Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Dallas: what you need to know
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5. The city is 7 hours behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from CPT to Dallas, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CPT to Dallas, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas.
Central Cape Town to CPT is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 21 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Dallas
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas is $1,148. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,489. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from CPT to Dallas. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to the centre of Dallas is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours and 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 50 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near DAL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from CPT to Dallas at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Dallas, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CPT to Dallas in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 16ºC.
More about Dallas
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dallas right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Dallas:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are top sights which should be on any well-planned Dallas itinerary.
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