Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town one hour ahead of Berlin.
Your BER to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BER and CPT:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, $411 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $894. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BER to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Of all flights departing from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 74.2% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Berlin Brandenburg Airport from central Berlin, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near BER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're getting in on a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near CPT:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cape Town in April.
Lock in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BER to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are among the biggest draws.