Flying from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Minneapolis's main base, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), is where many great vacations begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is 7 hours ahead of Minneapolis. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Minneapolis to CPT.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like summer and spring break.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from Minneapolis to CPT leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
MSP is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town takes around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport is C$1,057. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,942. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from Minneapolis to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month for a trip to Cape Town. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Minneapolis to CPT for February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
After locking in your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cape Town:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Cape Town itinerary.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Cape Town. Explore the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
