Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
Arusha's timezone is UTC+3, making Arusha one hour ahead of Cape Town.
To ensure you get on your CPT to ARK flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
C$443 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport flight. Return flights start from C$1,156. These prices may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from CPT to ARK, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81.65% of the time.
Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
Consider booking a hotel close to ARK if you're catching a late Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore beyond Arusha and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can book an Arusha Airport rental car from providers like Auto-Union or Europcar.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Arusha Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
Arusha Airport to central Arusha has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Arusha in February.
The warmest month in Arusha is February, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Arusha Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPT to ARK around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you'll want to see. Around 434 kilometres west of Arusha, a trip to Mwanza will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bismarck Rock, Pasha Beach and Igoma Cemetery.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Tanzania, head for Zanzibar, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Arusha. Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are key reasons to visit.
