$534 Cheap Flights from Munich (MUC) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Munich to Cape Town (MUC-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $534 for one-way flights and $640 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Condor
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$640 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$640
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Tue, Apr 7 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Tue, Apr 21, priced at $640 found 3 days ago
KLM
Thu, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 26
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$670 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$670
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $670 found 21 hours ago
Air France
Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$678 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$678
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $678 found 2 days ago
Air France
Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 24
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$680 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$680
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $680 found 21 hours ago
Condor
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 19
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$680 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$680
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $680 found 4 days ago
Condor
Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 25
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$690 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$690
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $690 found 2 days ago
KLM
Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$695 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$695
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $695 found 21 hours ago
Condor
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 4
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$700 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$700
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $700 found 20 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$784 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$784
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Mon, Mar 2, priced at $784 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 3
MUC
Munich
CPT
Cape Town
$824 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$824
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Munich to Cape Town, returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $824 found 20 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Munich (MUC) to Cape Town (CPT)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $647 - $1,055 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Munich (MUC) to Cape Town (CPT)
Origin airport
Franz Josef Strauss Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Condor, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, South African Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$640
Distance
5703 mi

Munich to Cape Town Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Munich to Cape Town

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Munich to Cape Town are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Munich to Cape Town with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Munich to Cape Town

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Munich to Cape Town: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Munich to Cape Town

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Munich to Cape Town in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $534 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Munich to Cape Town flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Munich to Cape Town airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from MUC to CPT by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MUC to CPT?
The cheapest flights from MUC to CPT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
When flying out of Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC), you can jump on a direct flight to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) with Lufthansa.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MUC to CPT?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from MUC to CPT. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). Looking for more options? Use Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with layovers and add a new stop to your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Flights between MUC and CPT tend to be busiest at 7 PM. For a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MUC to CPT?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT).
What is the earliest flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
The first flight of the day departing from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) is at around 7:25PM UTC+1. Board this flight and you'll touch down at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) at approximately 7:40AM UTC+2. The total flight duration is 11h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
It takes around 11 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 5,700 mi from MUC to CPT.
What is the best time to fly from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
To avoid potential delays on the Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Cape Town from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC)?
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) is the only airport in Cape Town with direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC). Explore your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) last-minute?
Booking your flight from MUC to CPT right before your journey is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MUC to CPT flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a MUC to CPT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Franz Josef Strauss Intl. Airport (MUC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your MUC to CPT flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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