Cheap Flights from Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.£521 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Fri, 15 May.Return flight with Ryanair and Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Cape Town on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £521, select.

Cape Town.£524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £524, select.

Cape Town.£531 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £531, select.

Cape Town.£532 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £532, select.

Cape Town.£535 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £535, select.

Cape Town.£539 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £539, select.

Cape Town.£554 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £554, select.

Cape Town.£580 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £580, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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

Helsinki to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£521
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town is £521. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from £521.

How many flights are there a week from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town?

As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Cape Town is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Cape Town Airport on Saturday, 2 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Cape Town Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Helsinki Vantaa Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

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 Cape Town 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Helsinki.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HEL and CPT include:
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

£254 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at £521. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HEL to CPT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HEL to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

60.23% of flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

If you're coming in on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

June is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Cape Town in April.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Journey about 35 miles north-east to Paarl to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 60 miles east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.