Flying from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS): what you need to know
Boston is seven hours behind Cape Town and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CPT to BOS flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town Airport to Boston Logan International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CPT and BOS:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
£440 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town Airport to Boston Logan International Airport flight. Return flights start at £613. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to BOS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Cape Town Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from CPT land on time.
Cape Town Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cape Town Airport to Boston Logan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near CPT:
Arriving at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town Airport to Boston Logan International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOS instead:
Explore without limits with a Boston Logan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and discover more of Boston and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Boston Logan International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
Boston Logan International Airport to central Boston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town Airport to Boston Logan International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Boston based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Cape Town Airport to Boston Logan International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Boston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to BOS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Boston, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 306 kms (190 miles) south-west to New York to check off its leading sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 434 kms (270 miles) south-west of Boston, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.