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Flight deals from Cape Town to Munich

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Munich.$1,053 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Munich on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,053, select.
Munich.$1,096 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Munich on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,096, select.
Munich.$1,127 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Munich on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,127, select.
Munich.$1,127 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Munich on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,127, select.
Munich.$1,127 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Munich on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,127, select.
Munich.$1,175 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Munich on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,175, select.
Munich.$1,186 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Munich on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,186, select.
Munich.$1,222 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Munich.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Munich on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,222, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Munich

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Munich flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $1,275
May
from $1,222
Jun
from $1,053
Jul
from $1,435
Aug
from $1,283
Sep
from $1,514
Oct
from $1,433
Nov
from $1,127
Dec
from $1,455
Jan
from $1,302
Feb
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Mar
from $1,175

Direct flights from Cape Town to Munich

Cape Town to Munich: Alternative routes

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

Cape Town to Munich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,053
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time11 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineSWISS
Average flights per week27

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Munich: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Munich is $1,053. 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.
11 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Munich.
SWISS, South African Airways and United fly direct from Cape Town to Munich.
As of April 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Munich.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Munich 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 Munich Airport on Tuesday, 3 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 15 minutes.
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 Munich 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 Munich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Munich.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 15 minutes.

  • Munich's timezone is UTC+1, making Munich one hour behind Cape Town.

  • You can choose from three weekly Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Lufthansa is the earliest available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 09:30.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your CPT to MUC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Lufthansa has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Munich — and maybe even more of Germany if you have time.

  • Lufthansa is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Among carriers operating CPT to MUC flights, Lufthansa has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CPT and MUC:

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight is $632. A return plane ticket right now is $1,053. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CPT to MUC.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CPT to MUC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT land on time.

  • Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich

  • Franz Josef Strauss Airport to the centre of Munich has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Munich. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Munich, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.

Explore more of Germany

  • Essen is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Munich. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of Germany, head for Stuttgart, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum are among its highlights.

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