Best dates to travel from Harare to Cape Town
Best dates to travel from Harare to Cape Town
Return-trip prices collected from different providers to help you find dates with cheaper flights for your next trip. Prices and availability can change, so check the latest fare before booking. Last collected on November 5, 2026.
All trip durations
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Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 500.05Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 8 days
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$ 514.66Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 515.78Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 9 days
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$ 516.91Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 11 days
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$ 522.52Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 10 days
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$ 522.52Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 26 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 27 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 28 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 29 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights
Cheapest dates we found for this trip length
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Harare → Cape Town 8 days
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$ 514.66Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 9 days
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$ 516.91Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 10 days
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$ 522.52Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 9 days
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$ 541.63Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 10 days
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$ 541.63Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 8 days
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$ 588.82Indicative return priceCheck flights
Cheapest dates we found for this trip length
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Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 500.05Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 515.78Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 11 days
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$ 522.52Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 12 days
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$ 524.77Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 528.14Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 14 days
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$ 540.50Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 540.50Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 14 days
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$ 548.37Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 15 days
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$ 548.37Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 13 days
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$ 573.09Indicative return priceCheck flights
Cheapest dates we found for this trip length
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Harare → Cape Town 26 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 27 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 28 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 29 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 30 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 33 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 34 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 35 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 36 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Harare → Cape Town 37 days
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$ 523.65Indicative return priceCheck flights
Route Overview
Flying from Harare to Cape Town
Harare to Cape Town offers a direct route from Zimbabwe to the mountains, coastline and vineyards of the Western Cape. For a Western Cape holiday, confirm whether your accommodation is in the city, the Winelands or farther along the coast.
Depart from Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) and arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The airports are about 2,173 km (1,350 miles) apart in a straight line. Flight times depend on routing and conditions, so compare the full itinerary instead of judging the trip by distance alone.
Direct Flights from Harare to Cape Town
Yes. Non-stop flights operate between Harare (HRE) and Cape Town (CPT). Airlink is among the carriers serving the route. The shortest journeys take from around 3 hours 15 minutes. Availability and baggage conditions vary by travel date.
Airlines and Flight Options
Non-stop flights may be available with Airlink. Check your travel dates for operating services and compare checked baggage and ticket conditions.
A non-stop service saves the extra airport transfer, but that does not always make it the lowest-cost option. Check the total price after baggage, the arrival time and any fare restrictions.
Popular Stopover Cities
Passengers comparing indirect services may see routes through Johannesburg (JNB). A non-stop itinerary is often simpler, but an indirect fare could provide more choice on some dates.
When to Book
Cape Town attracts holidaymakers during its warmer summer months, including the December break. Shoulder-season travel can offer more flexibility, but the weather differs from the South African summer beach season. For many journeys, starting to compare flights two to four months before departure is useful; holiday travel and popular safari periods can justify looking earlier. Avoid relying on a single advertised cheapest month because fares change with demand and availability.
Flight Prices
Economy return fares can start from around US$400 at the lower end of the market. This is a planning guide rather than a guaranteed ticket price. The final fare depends on travel dates, airline, baggage and availability; compare the actual total cost when booking.
About Cape Town
Cape Town is a city of striking contrasts: Table Mountain overlooks busy neighbourhoods, sandy Atlantic coves and a working harbour. The V&A Waterfront is a convenient starting point, while Bo-Kaap, Kirstenbosch and the beaches at Clifton and Camps Bay reward visitors who venture beyond the obvious viewpoints. The Cape Winelands and Garden Route make it easy to extend a city stay into a longer road trip.
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town International Airport is a practical entry point for the city and the Western Cape. Private transfers and ride-hailing suit central stays; car hire is useful if the Winelands or Garden Route are part of your plans. Cape Town rewards passengers who plan a little extra time: a city break can easily turn into a week exploring the Winelands and peninsula.
Tripenger Travel Tip
If you plan to drive the Garden Route, check car-hire collection times and rest after the flight before starting a long coastal journey. For a Western Cape holiday, confirm whether your accommodation is in the city, the Winelands or farther along the coast.
Why Fly from Harare to Cape Town?
- Connect Harare and Cape Town for family visits, holidays or business.
- Take a non-stop flight without changing aircraft.
- Explore Western Cape and nearby destinations.
- Compare fares, baggage and total journey time before you book.
Find Flights from Harare to Cape Town
Compare Harare to Cape Town flights on Tripenger. Search your preferred dates, review airline options, flight duration, baggage and total return fares, then choose an itinerary that suits your plans rather than simply the lowest headline price.
Airlines and Connections from Harare to Cape Town
Based on current route reference data, these are possible airline and airport combinations serving Harare to Cape Town.
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Airlink Harare (HRE) → Cape Town (CPT) 2 routes
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Eswatini Air Harare (HRE) → Manzini (SHO) → Cape Town (CPT) 1 route
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Kenya Airways Harare (HRE) → Nairobi (NBO) → Cape Town (CPT) 3 routes
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Ethiopian Airlines Harare (HRE) → Addis Ababa (ADD) → Cape Town (CPT) 2 routes
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Air Botswana Harare (HRE) → Gaborone (GBE) → Cape Town (CPT) 1 route
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Air Tanzania Harare (HRE) → Dar Es Salaam (DAR) → Cape Town (CPT) 1 route
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Airlink, Eswatini Air Harare (HRE) → Durban (DUR) → Manzini (SHO) → Cape Town (CPT) 1 route
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Air Botswana, Airlink Harare (HRE) → Gaborone (GBE) → Maun (MUB) → Cape Town (CPT) 1 route
Best Time to Fly This Route
Cape Town attracts holidaymakers during its warmer summer months, including the December break. Shoulder-season travel can offer more flexibility, but the weather differs from the South African summer beach season. For many journeys, starting to compare flights two to four months before departure is useful; holiday travel and popular safari periods can justify looking earlier. Avoid relying on a single advertised cheapest month because fares change with demand and availability.
Things to Do in Cape Town
Take the cableway or hike Table Mountain when conditions allow, explore the V&A Waterfront and Bo-Kaap, and spend time at Kirstenbosch. A day around Cape Point or Boulders Beach adds coastal scenery, while Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are excellent for wine-country stays. Consider the season when planning beach time. Cape Town rewards passengers who plan a little extra time: a city break can easily turn into a week exploring the Winelands and peninsula.
