Travelling from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is Orlando's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leaving from here.
Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Orlando. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Orlando to CPT.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
We make it easy to find a flight from Orlando to CPT that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MCO and CPT include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
To reach MCO from central Orlando, it takes around 22 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Orlando International Airport:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you have a late flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport is $1,443. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,917. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Orlando to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport.
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Personalise your trip by applying filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Cape Town, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Cape Town. The warmest month is February. Lock in your flights from Orlando to CPT during then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC.
More about Cape Town
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Cape Town International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:
Table Mountain and Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Cape Town must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Robben Island.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
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