Traveling from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town one hour behind Dalaman.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your DLM to CPT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between DLM and CPT include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport (DLM) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Right now, $364 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $918. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from DLM to CPT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DLM to CPT.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Dalaman Airport (DLM)
Dalaman Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.03% of flights that take off from DLM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Dalaman Airport from central Dalaman, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a handy hotel near DLM? If you're boarding an early flight from Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and see more of Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 61ºF and 81ºF. Lock in your flights from Dalaman Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DLM to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 48ºF and 66ºF then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 35 miles north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Africa, head for Worcester, about 60 miles east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.
