Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Venice: what you need to know
Venice is 1 hour behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located. Venice operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from CPT to Venice, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying over a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight from CPT to Venice that includes a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
When travelling to Italy for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Venice.
CPT is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Venice, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Venice
C$332 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Venice. A return flight starts from C$806. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to Venice if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Venice is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from CPT to Venice every day.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Venice, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice is around 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 46 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Venice. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VCE instead:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
As soon as your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Venice has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Venice is approximately 40 kilometres from Treviso Airport (TSF).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near TSF. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from CPT to Venice at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Venice
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Venice while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Venice, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before booking a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Venice, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Venice, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CPT to Venice in January when temperatures average between 1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Venice
Once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Venice, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Venice:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are highlights which should be on every Venice itinerary.
Complete your Venice trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Venice and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to Venice.