São Paulo to Cape Town (GRU–CPT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GRU–CPT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. LATAM Chile and South African Airways lead the route. The flight covers 3,947 miles in approximately 7h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA LATAM Chile | 3 | 789 | 7h20 | – | – | – |
| SA South African Airways Also: G3 | 2 | 333 | 7h40 | – | Star Alliance | G3 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
GRU: -03 · CPT: SAST
When it's 6:00 PM in São Paulo, it's 11:00 PM in Cape Town.
Brazilian passport holders enter South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days. Passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the intended departure date and have at least two blank pages. Return or onward tickets and proof of sufficient funds may be requested at the border.
CPTM Line 13-Jade commuter train runs from Luz station (central São Paulo) to the airport terminal in 33 minutes (R$4.40 integrated fare with metro). Trains run every 30 minutes from around 5am to midnight. This route is significantly cheaper than driving, as the Dutra highway (BR-116) suffers chronic congestion.Taxis from Paulista Avenue or Consolação cost R$90–150 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-hails (99 or Uber) are widely used and typically R$70–120. Executive bus services (Guarucoop, Lira) run from Tietê terminal and Paulista (R$52–62). Traffic on the Dutra highway peaks heavily in afternoon and evening hours.
GRU–CPT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GRU to CPT
São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport (GRU) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) are connected by nonstop service from LATAM Chile and South African Airways. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GRU to CPT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GRU to CPT is about 7 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,947 miles (6,351 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via O.R. Tambo, Hamad and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.