Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Jeddah.
Your JED to CPT flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JED and CPT:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
ج.م. 15,864 is the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 27,905. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from JED to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from JED to CPT.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of JED.
To reach King Abdulaziz International Airport from central Jeddah, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near JED. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're getting in on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Cape Town in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from JED to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are highlights.
