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Cheapest round-trip
$1,483
Typical prices: $1,242-$1,645
Singapore Airlines
Wed 1/17Sat 3/3
CPT - WLG • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$827
Typical prices: $844-$1,131
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/1
CPT - WLG • 3 stops
When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 19% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Wellington (CPT-WLG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Wellington

Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Mar 3
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10:40 am - 8:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
34h 25m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Christchurch
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12:00 pm - 9:25 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,483Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Wed, Mar 3
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10:40 am - 8:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
34h 25m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Christchurch
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12:00 pm - 9:25 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,484Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:10 pm - 11:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
42h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:00 am - 10:50 pmWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m3 stops Auckland Intl Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,544Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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10:40 am - 11:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
37h 25m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Christchurch
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9:15 pm - 9:25 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 10m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,728Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:00 pm - 3:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
32h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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4:00 pm - 6:00 pmWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
$1,735Emirates
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 15
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6:30 pm - 7:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
49h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Auckland Intl
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6:05 am - 11:40 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
$1,768Emirates
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 15
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6:30 pm - 7:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
49h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Auckland Intl
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6:05 am - 11:40 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
$1,773Emirates
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 15
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6:30 pm - 7:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
49h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Auckland Intl
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6:05 am - 11:40 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
$1,774Emirates
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 15
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6:30 pm - 7:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
49h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Auckland Intl
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6:05 am - 11:40 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
$1,775Emirates
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 15
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10:40 am - 9:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-WLG Wellington
35h 25m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Christchurch
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9:00 am - 9:25 amWLG  Wellington-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 25m3 stops Christchurch Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
$1,788Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Wellington flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Wellington with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Wellington?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Wellington, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Wellington?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Wellington at $1,159 round-trip.
•August ($1,743) and December ($1,691) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Wellington the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Wellington are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Wellington flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$827
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Cape Town to Wellington

When to book flights from Cape Town to Wellington

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Wellington based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Wellington flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Wellington?

    Flights from Cape Town to Wellington usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Wellington (WLG).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Wellington?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Cape Town to Wellington route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,381 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,621, a difference of $240. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Wellington?

    Some of the most popular sights in Wellington are New Zealand Cricket Museum, New Zealand Film Archive and St Paul's Cathedral. These are among the most viewed places in Wellington on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Wellington flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $1,434. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Wellington?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Wellington changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,483 to $2,127. That means the highest observed fare was about 43% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Wellington looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Wellington are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $938.

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Wellington?

    Wellington is 10 hours ahead of Cape Town (New Zealand Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Wellington Airport (WLG)?

    Wellington Airport (WLG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Mode
    • EZI
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Wellington flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Wellington range from $1,242 to $1,645, with an average of $1,434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,242 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Wellington flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,381 - about $240 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Wellington trip for May. Fares historically average $1,159 round-trip in that month - typically $584 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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