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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Auckland International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Auckland.$1,315 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,315, select.
Auckland.$1,316 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,316, select.
Auckland.$1,348 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,348, select.
Auckland.$1,368 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,368, select.
Auckland.$1,497 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,497, select.
Auckland.$1,504 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,504, select.
Auckland.$1,543 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,543, select.
Auckland.$1,564 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Auckland International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,564, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Auckland International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Auckland International flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $3,322
May
from $1,796
Jun
from $1,799
Jul
from $1,923
Aug
from $1,818
Sep
from $2,061
Oct
from $2,102
Nov
from $1,868
Dec
from $2,270
Jan
from $2,830
Feb
from $1,811
Mar
from $1,904

Cape Town to Auckland International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Auckland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Auckland International.

Cape Town to Auckland: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,315
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Auckland International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Auckland International is $1,315. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Auckland International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,315.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Auckland International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Auckland International Airport on Monday, 8 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Auckland International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Auckland International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Auckland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, South African Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 11 hours ahead of Cape Town.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your CPT to AKL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport. Many passengers pass through Hamad International Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is $1,080. A return plane ticket right now is $1,315. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from CPT to AKL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CPT to AKL.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination on time.

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AKL instead:

  • Grab an Auckland Airport rental car and discover Auckland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Yes rentals and Bargain Rental Cars are leading providers you can book with here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Auckland Airport about four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland

  • Auckland Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Auckland. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Auckland based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Auckland is February, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Auckland Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CPT to AKL in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Auckland is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres south of Auckland, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in New Zealand, head for Manukau City, roughly 18 kilometres south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are key reasons to visit.

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