Flying from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Larnaca and Cape Town are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
To ensure you catch your LCA to CPT flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between LCA and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is £395. A return plane ticket right now is £616. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LCA to CPT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LCA to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Larnaca Airport (LCA)
Larnaca Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LCA land on schedule 80% of the time.
Central Larnaca to Larnaca Airport is around 3 kms (2 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LCA:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel near CPT if you're on a late Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Cape Town Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cape Town Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kms (12 miles) away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Larnaca Airport to Cape Town Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCA to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Journey around 56 kms (35 miles) north-east to Paarl to check off its top attractions. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 97 kms (60 miles) east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.