Travelling from Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Saint-Denis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUN to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RUN and CPT:
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, £428 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £512. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUN to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RUN to CPT.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Reunion Roland Garros Airport (RUN)
62.88% of flights leaving from Reunion Roland Garros Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Reunion Roland Garros Airport is about 6 miles from central Saint-Denis. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to RUN? If you're boarding an early flight from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're landing on a late Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Reunion Roland Garros Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUN to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 35 miles north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 60 miles east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.