Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Pittsburgh.
To ensure you catch your PIT to CPT flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PIT and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Right now, £535 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £977. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from PIT to CPT, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PIT to CPT.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
PIT is located at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Pittsburgh International Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
Pittsburgh International Airport is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Pittsburgh. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to PIT:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and venture far and wide through Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cape Town Airport about one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town Airport is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Cape Town Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from PIT to CPT around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 56 kms (35 miles) north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kms (60 miles) east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are among its highlights.
