Cape Town

$421+ Cheap flights from Munich (MUC) to Cape Town (CPT)

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MUC — CPT
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Munich to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Munich (MUC) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$789
(SWISS)

One-way from

$421
(Connections by easyJet)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,208

Good round-trip deal

$882 or less
From Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Cape Town Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Munich to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Munich to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/289:50 pmMUC - CPT
2 stops32h 40mSWISS
Thu 12/187:50 pmCPT - MUC
1 stop25h 10mSWISS
Deal found 7/30$789
This Norse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Norse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:20 pmMUC - CPT
1 stop35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/912:30 pmCPT - MUC
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$792
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/294:30 pmMUC - CPT
2 stops17h 30mLufthansa
Sun 12/219:30 amCPT - MUC
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$798
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2411:00 amMUC - CPT
2 stops26h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/121:50 pmCPT - MUC
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$805
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/285:50 pmMUC - CPT
1 stop27h 35mKLM
Sun 9/2111:15 pmCPT - MUC
1 stop23h 10mKLM
Deal found 7/30$816
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/92:35 pmMUC - CPT
1 stop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/235:15 pmCPT - MUC
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$857
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/224:50 pmMUC - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 11/37:00 pmCPT - MUC
1 stop19h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$874

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MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 11/28

9:50 pm-7:30 am

2 stops32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/18

7:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$789

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Wed 1/14

7:00 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/4

2:35 pm-10:00 am

2 stops20h 25m

$790

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 10/30

9:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

12:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop21h 30m

$792

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 11/30

9:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/20

9:30 am-7:45 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$803

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 8/28

5:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/21

11:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$816

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Sun 11/9

2:35 pm-11:50 am

1 stop20h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

5:15 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$857

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 11/7

9:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop35h 40m

$421

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Tue 11/25

3:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$646

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 11/17

7:25 pm-7:40 am

Nonstop11h 15m

$676

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Fri 1/2

8:50 pm-7:30 am

1 stop33h 40m

$681

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The best insider tips for Munich to Cape Town flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Munich to Cape Town trip
Airports
MUC

For a smooth departure, use the S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 to reach MUC. Trains run every 10 minutes, taking 40 minutes to the city center.

Read more about MUCby Emily Zemler
CPT

Upon arrival at CPT, use Uber or Bolt for convenient transport to the city. They offer various sizes for different luggage needs.

Read more about CPTby John Walton
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Emily Zemler

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Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Best time to book a flight from Munich to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Munich to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Munich to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Munich to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Munich to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Munich to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Munich to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MUC to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Munich to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Munich to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Munich to Cape Town?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Munich to Cape Town?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Munich to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Munich to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Munich to Cape Town?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Munich to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $771.

What’s the fastest layover option from Munich to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Munich to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 35m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Munich to Cape Town?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Munich to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 53m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Munich to Cape Town, such as KLM, SWISS, and Qatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Munich to Cape Town flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Munich to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Munich to Cape Town is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $789 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Lufthansa, starting at $790 and $803 round-trip. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Munich to Cape Town one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $646. Users have also found prices from $676 and $681 on Lufthansa and SWISS, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Munich to Cape Town?

    While on average a flight from Munich to Cape Town is generally $1,505, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $828. When looking at the most popular route, (Munich Franz Josef Strauss - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $1,007 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Munich to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Munich to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Munich to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Munich to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Munich to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Munich to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Munich to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Munich to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Munich to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Munich to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Munich to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$737Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$814Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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