$230 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Upington (UTN)

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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Upington (CPT-UTN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $230 for one-way flights and $459 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Airlink
Mon, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 16
CPT
Cape Town
UTN
Upington
$459 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$459
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Mon, Jun 9 from Cape Town to Upington, returning Mon, Jun 16, priced at $459 found 2 days ago
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Upington (UTN)
Origin airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination airport
Upington
Roundtrip price
$459
Distance
415 mi

Cape Town to Upington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cape Town to Upington

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 Cape Town to Upington are during the month of June. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Upington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cape Town to Upington: 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 Cape Town to Upington

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 Cape Town to Upington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $230 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 Cape Town to Upington 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 Cape Town to Upington 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 long does it take to fly from Cape Town Intl. Airport to Upington Intl. Airport?
Airlink (South Africa) has a direct flight leaving Cape Town Intl. Airport at 6:45AM and touching down at UTN at 8:05AM — a total travel time of 1 hour and 20 minutes. Choose the seat that’s perfect for you, bring a few things to keep you occupied and the time will whiz by.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cape Town Intl. Airport to Upington Airport (UTN) last minute?
When it’s time to book your flights, being prepared pays off. While you may be able to find a last-minute deal on a Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Upington Airport (UTN) flight, tickets usually don’t get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international journeys it’s three to four months.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to UTN?
For Airlink (South Africa) flights jetting out from CPT to Upington Intl. Airport, the busiest time is between 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM. If you want to avoid those frustrating delays, head out in the morning. This allows you to miss the air traffic that builds up around airports as the day goes by.
Can I change the date of my flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Upington Intl. Airport?
Expedia makes it a breeze to make changes to your Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to Upington Intl. Airport journey yourself. Log in to the Expedia Trips portal and hit “change flight.” Browse around for new flights and secure the one that works with your new plans. You’ll see an estimate of applicable flight change fees. You can also find your way to our Customer Service portal to connect with our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

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