Travelling from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is ten hours ahead of Las Vegas.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LAS to CPT flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Harry Reid International Airport to Cape Town Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between LAS and CPT include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
684 € is currently the best price for a one-way Harry Reid International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Return flights start at 1.055 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from LAS to CPT, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
You'll find LAS at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
79% of flights leaving from Harry Reid International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Las Vegas to Harry Reid International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Harry Reid International Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LAS:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel near CPT if you're catching a late Harry Reid International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Cape Town Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cape Town Airport about one week ahead.
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 reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Harry Reid International Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Harry Reid International Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LAS to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top sights. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without dropping by Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.