Traveling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
To see whether you need a visa to enter Tanzania, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CPT to ARK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport is C$524. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,072. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flight tickets from CPT to ARK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 21 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ARK instead:
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
From Arusha Airport, Arusha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
October is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Arusha in February.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport for February if you'd like to visit Arusha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from CPT to ARK around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Arusha
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Arusha right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from CPT to ARK:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Old Boma Museum, Arusha Declaration Museum and Tanzanite Experience are must-have experiences during your Arusha visit.
Complete your Arusha trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Arusha Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Arusha.