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Overview: Basel to Cape Town flight

distanceDistance5658 miles (9125 km)
durationAverage flight duration13 h 5 min
priceAverage plane ticket price$1,169 (€1,010)
changesDirect flightNo
carriersAirlinesLufthansa Cityline or Lufthansa

Flights from Basel to Cape Town cover the 5658 miles (9125 km) long journey taking on average 13 h 5 min with our travel partners like Lufthansa Cityline or Lufthansa. There are direct flight services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $1,169 (€1,010), you can find the cheapest plane ticket for as low as $1,169 (€1,010). Travelers depart most frequently from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Capetown.

Airlines: Lufthansa flights from Basel to Cape Town

Find the best flights between Basel and Cape Town with Omio's travel partners Lufthansa from $1,169 (€1,010). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

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Germany's largest airline is Lufthansa. Fly to Cape Town from Basel and book your most convinient flight ticket from Lufthansa's many ticket options including: Economy Light, Economy Classic, Economy Flex, Business Class and First Class.

    Travel Tips: Basel to Cape Town Flight

    Travel Tips: Take a flight to Cape Town easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Cape Town.
    FAQs

    Travel between Basel, Switzerland and Cape Town, South Africa by plane is: Unrestricted.

    What is the status of international entry into South Africa from Switzerland?

    International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

    Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in South Africa from Basel?

    Conditions of entry:

    • There are no current restrictions

    What are the safety rules to follow in Cape Town, South Africa?

    When traveling in South Africa, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

    • Physical distance requirement: 2 metre (s) (7 feet)
    • Face mask requirement: Mandatory

    The information above was last checked on 3/3/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your flight to Cape Town from Basel before traveling.

    The current restriction level for your return trip by plane from Cape Town to Basel is: Unrestricted

    Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Switzerland from South Africa?

    Reentry to Switzerland is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of South Africa

    Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Cape Town?

    What are the requirements?

    • There are no current restrictions

    What are the safety rules to follow in Basel, Switzerland?

    The government of Switzerland has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

    • Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
    • Face mask: Regional advice

    Last checked on 3/22/23. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your flight to Basel from Cape Town here.

    Omio customers have found cheap plane tickets to Cape Town from Basel for as low as $1,169 (€1,010)  for the next 7 days.
    If you are looking to buy your plane ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Basel to Cape Town flight to cost on average $1,169 (€1,010)  one way.
    The Basel to Cape Town flight distance is approximately 5658 miles (9125 km).
    While the time it takes to travel 5658 miles (9125 km) to Cape Town from Basel can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Basel to Cape Town flight journey time is on average 13 h 5 min.

    Omio customers traveling this route book their cheap flights from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg   to Capetown   most frequently.

    You can find the most popular departure airport for this journey, EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg, located approximately 4.5 miles (7.2 km) from the city center of Basel. The most popular arrival airport in Cape Town, called Capetown, is located around 10.7 miles (17.2 km) away from its city center. To reach the city center of Cape Town from Capetown, check what taxi services, airport shuttle services or public transit options are available.

    When taking a flight from Basel to Cape Town, you can count on Lufthansa Cityline or Lufthansa for the best way to get you to Cape Town. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service from Basel to Cape Town and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
    The first Basel to Cape Town flight departs at 10: 30 AM   and the last flight from Basel to Cape Town leaves at 4: 20 PM. Check out the most up-to-date flight schedule from Basel to Cape Town on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
    In general, we recommend booking tickets for flights in advance to score the best deals from all possible airlines offering this route and save money. If you book plane tickets between Basel and Cape Town within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $1,169 (€1,010) one way. To find the best prices for this route, consider booking your plane ticket from Basel to Cape Town a few months in advance.

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