Journey information
Overview: Cape Town to Paris flight
Flights from Cape Town to Paris depart on average 53 times per day, taking around 13h 37m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $465 (€379) if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 5804 miles (9342 km) distance in 14h 25m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 5804 miles (9342 km) |
Average flight duration 13h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $465 (€379) |
Flights per day 53 |
Fastest flight 14h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel August |
First flight 00:35 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Cape Town to Paris start from as low as $465 (€379) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $670 (€546) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 53 daily trains from Cape Town to Paris with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 14h 25m but the average duration is 13h 37m
Train Operators
- Travel from Cape Town to Paris with KLM, Air France, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, and Rwandair Express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is KLM.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Capetown and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- First train typically departs at 12:35 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
The cheapest and fastest flights from Cape Town to Paris
Cheapest price
$498
Average price
$1560
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
14 h 6 m
Flights per day
70
Distance
9342 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cape Town to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cape Town to Paris will cost around $1560 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $498.
Of the 70 flights that leave Cape Town for Paris onWed, Nov 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct flights cover the 9342 km distance in an average of 14 h 6 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the longest flights will take 15 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Cape Town to Paris flight times
The table below shows live departures for Cape Town to Paris flights for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 AM Cape Town | 25h25 | 12:25 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
QR5687+ QR1364 · QR41 | 4:05 AM Capetown | 25h30 | 5:35 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 transfers | |
QR5685+ QR1364 · QR41 | 5:00 AM Capetown | 24h35 | 5:35 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF871 | 5:55 AM Capetown | 12h20 | 6:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR5690+ QR1364 · QR41 | 7:00 AM Capetown | 22h35 | 5:35 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX8087+ LX646 | 7:00 AM Capetown | 14h15 | 9:15 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH575 · LH123 · LH1026 | 7:30 AM Capetown | 23h30 | 7:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH575 · LH2238 | 7:30 AM Capetown | 14h20 | 9:50 PM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX4035+ LX1111+ LX632 | 7:30 AM Capetown | 24h30 | 8:00 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX4035 · LX3691+ LX4602 | 7:30 AM Capetown | 25h50 | 9:20 AM Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Airlines: KLM, Air France, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Rwandair Express, Turkish Airlines, Edelweiss Air from Cape Town to ParisFind the best flights between Cape Town to Paris with Omio's travel partners KLM, Air France, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Rwandair Express, Turkish Airlines, Edelweiss Air from $465 (€379). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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FAQs: Cape Town to Paris Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cape Town to Paris by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Cape Town to Paris generally leave from Capetown and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Capetown is 17.2 km away from Cape Town city centre and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is 33.2 km from Paris city centre.
- Bastille Day, celebrate the nation's birthday during festivities
- Nuits blanches, all-night long cultural festivities
- Nuits des musées, all famous Paris museums and official palaces are open all night long for free
- Paris Fashion Week, a major event showcasing the latest in fashion from top designers.
- Christmas, magical atmosphere with festive decorations and markets
- New Year's Day, a time for celebration and reflection with beautiful fireworks
- Easter, spring blooms and traditional celebrations throughout the city
- Labor Day, a public holiday with various local events and parades.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Cape Town to Paris
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for a limited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and local specialty stores.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 1.2€ (ZAR 25) per hour.
- Restaurants are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering fast food, cafes, and local cuisine. Top options include Wimpy and Mugg & Bean.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Hotels nearby include Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport, within walking distance.
- Showers are available in some lounges; access may require a lounge fee or membership.
- Lounges available, including Bidvest Premier Lounge, offering food, drinks, and showers.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal near the information desk.
- Car rental services are available from major providers like Avis, Hertz, and Europcar, located in the car rental building.
- MyCiti Bus A01, Civic Centre, 20 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport; premium high-speed access is also offered.
- Shops are available in all terminals, including duty-free and luxury brands like \Hermès\ and \Lacoste.\.
- Parking available in multiple lots, including short-term and long-term options, approximately 4.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Air France Lounge and Star Alliance Lounge, offering amenities like food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in each terminal, items can be reported and claimed online.
- RER B
- Bus 350
- Bus 351
- Roissybus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, includes duty-free and Relay.
- Parking available at P0, P1, P2, P3, P4, approximately 4.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, includes Icare Lounge and Premium Traveller Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 1, Level 0.
- Bus: Orlybus, 183, 91.10
- Train: RER B, RER C
- Tram: T7
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