Middle East & Africa · South Africa
What a trip to Cape Town really costs
Table Mountain, beaches, penguins and wine estates. A 7-night trip for two, flights from London included, comes to roughly €2,423–€5,564.
Key facts
- Best monthsNov–Mar
- Hotel, per night€65–€140mid-range room for two
- Per person, per day€43–€114food, local transport, activities
- OverallAround averageamong places we cover
Trip cost by length and where you fly from
Two adults, mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities, in euros. Planning estimates, not prices.
| Flying from | 3 nights | 7 nights | 14 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | €1,819–€4,092 | €2,423–€5,564 | €3,480–€8,140 |
| New York | €2,239–€5,012 | €2,843–€6,484 | €3,900–€9,060 |
| Dubai | €1,499–€3,432 | €2,103–€4,904 | €3,160–€7,480 |
| Sydney | €2,019–€4,512 | €2,623–€5,984 | €3,680–€8,560 |
Flying from somewhere else? The planner works it out for your city, your budget and your currency.
Best time to visit Cape Town
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
A week is the minimum to see more than one place; ten days to two weeks suits it better.
Questions about a trip to Cape Town
How much does a trip to Cape Town cost?
For two travellers, a 7-night trip to Cape Town comes to roughly €2,423–€5,564 in total, including return flights from London, a mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities. Flights from elsewhere differ, so use the planner with your own city. These are planning estimates, not prices.
How much do hotels cost in Cape Town?
A mid-range room for two typically costs about €65–€140 a night. Prices swing with the season and how early you book, so check live prices for your dates.
How much money do you need per day in Cape Town?
Plan for about €43–€114 per person per day for food, local transport and activities, on top of your hotel.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
The best months are Nov–Mar. Outside them you can still go, but weather, crowds or prices can be less friendly.
Is Cape Town expensive?
Compared with the other places we cover, Cape Town is around average for daily spending and hotels. The biggest single cost is usually the flight, and it depends on where you start.
How many days do you need in Cape Town?
A week is the minimum to see more than one place; ten days to two weeks suits it better.
Things to do in Cape Town
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Before you fly to Cape Town
Useful things to sort out before you go.
- eSIM
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