Time in Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa • Africa

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Africa/Johannesburg
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Timezone

Africa/Johannesburg
+2 (SAST)

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Daylight Saving

Does not observe DST

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Population

4,618,000

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Currency

South African Rand (ZAR)

Time Difference from Major US Cities

Cape Town Location

Flight Times from US Cities

Direct flight times to Cape Town from major American cities

New York
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Cape Town
15h 0m
Direct Flight
Los Angeles
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Cape Town
18h 30m
Direct Flight
Chicago
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Cape Town
16h 30m
Direct Flight
Miami
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Cape Town
15h 30m
Direct Flight
Seattle
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Cape Town
19h 0m
Direct Flight

About Cape Town

Current time in Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa beneath Table Mountain.

Climate

Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters

Language

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Popular Attractions

  • Table Mountain
  • Robben Island
  • V&A Waterfront
  • Cape Point
  • Kirstenbosch Gardens
  • Bo-Kaap

Current Season

🌸 Spring

Current season in Cape Town

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Time in Cape Town - Complete Guide

Looking for the current time in Cape Town? Our world clock provides accurate, real-time information for Cape Town, South Africa. Whether you're planning a business call, scheduling a meeting, or simply curious about what time it is in Cape Town, you'll find everything you need here.

Cape Town Timezone Information

Cape Town operates in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone with a UTC offset of +2 (SAST). Does not observe DST

Best Time to Call Cape Town

When planning international calls to Cape Town, consider the time difference from your location. Our time comparison tool above shows the current time difference between Cape Town and major US cities, making it easy to find the perfect time to connect.

Travel to Cape Town

Planning a trip to Cape Town? The flight times section above shows direct flight durations from major US airports. Cape Town experiences a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters, so pack accordingly for your visit.