Travel Insight.

*South Africans, we trust that you know how to get yourselves around, but do not hesitate to reach out if you want suggestions!*
Pro Tip: Buy the travel insurance if you are coming from overseas - emergency health coverage is crucial.

If you are traveling from the USA

We advise you depart the US by 12/10. Check your travel duration to ensure that your arrival day and time works with your plans. Consider the possibility of delays.

We recommend taking a direct flight if possible for the shortest travel time and convenience, but you can also consider going through Europe and/or other regions (see info to the right) and spending a few days elsewhere. Make sure to research visa requirements.

There are direct flights to Cape Town from Newark and Washington DC (both on United)

There are also direct flights to Johannesburg from Atlanta (Delta) and Newark (United). The flight onward to Cape Town is just another 2 hours.

If you plan for additional travel, we recommend a ‘multi-city’ flight booking.

Flights can cost anywhere between $1200-$2500 or more depending on airline, flight route, flight time, class, time of year, etc. Make sure to look early and choose the best option for yourself.

If you are traveling from or through Europe/UK

We advise you depart by 12/11 latest. Check your travel duration to ensure that your arrival day and time works with your plans. Consider the possibility of delays.

We also recommend taking a direct flight if possible.

There are direct flights to Cape Town from London, Frankfurt, and Amsterdam.

There are direct flights to Johannesburg from London, Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Zürich.

There are routes with layovers in African and Arab cities which could be other extended layover options. Make sure to research visa requirements.

We also recommend booking a ‘multi-city’ flight if you plan for additional travel.

Flights can cost anywhere between $700-$1800 or more depending on airline, flight route, flight time, class, time of year, etc. Make sure to look early and choose the best option for yourself.