Flying from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town seven hours ahead of Richmond.
To ensure you get on your RIC to CPT flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIC and CPT include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Currently, £589 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £1,101. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIC to CPT, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from RIC to CPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of all flights leaving Richmond Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Richmond Airport is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Richmond. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near RIC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
If you're arriving on a late Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Pick up a Cape Town Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week in advance.
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 by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Richmond Airport to Cape Town Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Richmond 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.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIC to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Travel about 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, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kms (60 miles) east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are key reasons to visit.
