$796 Cheap Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Montreal to Cape Town (YUL-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $796 for one-way flights and $873 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Cape Town (CPT)
Origin airport
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$872
Distance
7942 mi

Montreal to Cape Town Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Montreal 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 Montreal 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 Montreal to Cape Town in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $796 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 Montreal 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 Montreal 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

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from YUL to CPT last minute?
When it’s time to book your flights, being prepared pays off. While you could pick up a deal on a Montreal Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight at the last minute, prices 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 lock in a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international travel it’s between three and four months.
What airports do you fly into for Cape Town from Montreal?
Head off on a flight from Montreal to Cape Town and you’ll arrive at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). This terminal is roughly 11 mi east of downtown Cape Town. Kick off your urban adventure by going to Long Street and Kloof Street, just two of Cape Town’s leading attractions.
Can I change the date of my flight from Montreal Airport to CPT?
Plans can change, so Expedia is here to help make amending your journey as easy as possible. To start, access your Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl. Airport (YUL) to Cape Town Intl. Airport itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and browse the ticket conditions and rules about what changes you can make. If you booked your ticket in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel without charge and organize new flights. If you booked your fare more than 24 hours ago, get in touch with us through our Customer Service portal to run through your options.

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