Travelling from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Larnaca and Cape Town share the same timezone, UTC+2.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LCA to CPT flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between LCA and CPT include:
Dubai Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is 334 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 553 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LCA to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LCA to CPT.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Of the departures from Larnaca International Airport, 78.93% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Larnaca to Larnaca International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near LCA:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel near CPT if you're taking a late Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LCA to CPT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.