Flying from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Nashville.
To ensure you get on your BNA to CPT flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BNA and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is £512. A return ticket is currently £965. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BNA to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BNA to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Nashville International Airport (BNA)
BNA's address is One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Nashville International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BNA make it to their destination as scheduled 80.21% of the time.
Central Nashville to Nashville International Airport is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BNA. Whether you have an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and see more of Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 12 miles from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cape Town in April.
Lock in your flight from Nashville International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNA to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you'll want to see. About 35 miles north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Worcester is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 60 miles east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without experiencing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.