Flying from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Lisbon.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS 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.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LIS and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is C$574. A round-trip plane ticket is currently C$1,092. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LIS to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport.
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Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
When it comes to Lisbon Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LIS:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cape Town Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and explore beyond Cape Town's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
November is the busiest month for flights from Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Cape Town in March.
Book your flight from Lisbon Airport to Cape Town Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIS to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its leading attractions. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in South Africa, consider Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are among the biggest draws.