Flying from Skukuza Airport (SZK) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport take 2 hours 45 minutes. Cape Town and Skukuza share the same timezone (UTC+2), so you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Take your pick of 30 weekly flights from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport. The 10:30 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest flight out from SZK to CPT. Airlink (South Africa) operates the latest service of the day at 11:40 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
No need to bring your passport or a visa to travel within South Africa. You will need a valid identity document though, like a driver's license or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your cheap ticket from SZK to CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Skukuza Airport (SZK) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport is $185. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $359. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from SZK to CPT, book your trip 3 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Skukuza Airport (SZK)
Central Skukuza to Skukuza Airport is around 3 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 6 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
After a convenient hotel close to SZK? If you're catching an early flight from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from central Cape Town. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Skukuza Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SZK to CPT sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cape Town
Start your Cape Town trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from SZK to CPT, browse our accommodation options including:
Table Mountain and Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront are just two of the top attractions to add to your Cape Town to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Robben Island.
Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental
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