Cheap flights Cape Town to Kimberley (CPT–KIM).
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Route and schedule facts reviewed August 2026
Written and reviewed by Kyle Govender, founder and editor · Johannesburg
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This guide covers Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Kimberley Airport (KIM). Check the flight time, operating carrier and stops on the itinerary selected for your dates.
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Cape Town to Kimberley, explained.
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Airline rules to compare for CPT–KIM
| Airline | Live fare check | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Airlink | Compare live | Regional operator; operating days can vary, so confirm the live itinerary for your date. |
| CemAir | Compare live | Regional operator; operating days can vary, so confirm the live itinerary for your date. |
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Booking tips
How to fly this route for less.
- For an early Cape Town departure, confirm transport from your suburb or accommodation before choosing the flight. Allow separately for reaching CPT, checking a bag and clearing domestic security; the gate-closing time is not an airport-arrival target.
- Book transport to your actual Kimberley or Northern Cape destination, and confirm vehicle-collection hours for the flight you select. A later arrival can change the ground plan even when the airfare is lower.
- Compare the fare with the bags and optional extras you need. If an itinerary connects, check the full elapsed time, ticket arrangement and bag handling before choosing it.
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Cape Town to Kimberley: the journey beyond the fare
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Journey-planning content updated 24 September 2026. Schedules, airport arrangements and airline policies can change.
Cape Town to Kimberley FAQs
Questions travellers ask about this route.
Is there a direct flight from Cape Town to Kimberley?
Yes. Airlink and CemAir both publish scheduled direct service on the CPT–KIM route, though not necessarily every day of the week - check the live search for your specific date.
Which airlines fly Cape Town to Kimberley?
The operating airlines depend on the date and itinerary returned. The airline guides on this page explain fare rules to compare; they do not confirm service on every date. Check the operating carrier, flight number and stops in the selected result.
How long does the Cape Town to Kimberley flight take?
The direct flight typically takes around 1h 30m and covers roughly 819 km. Actual block time depends on the aircraft and routing on the day.
Is Kimberley worth flying to instead of driving?
The N1/N12 drive is roughly 8 hours one-way. For a short business or heritage trip - the Big Hole, the Kimberley Mine Museum, or a mining-sector meeting - the 90-minute flight recovers most of a travel day.
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