New direct Air France flight brings Paris closer to Cape Town
Air France is resuming its seasonal direct flight service between Paris and Cape Town for the 2026/27 summer season. The route will increase to five flights per week starting in November to accommodate high travel demand.
Why it matters
This expansion reflects Cape Town's growing status as a premier global travel destination and strengthens economic and cultural ties between South Africa and Europe.
The seasonal service returns in September, increasing to five flights a week during Cape Town’s peak summer travel season.
Share Copy Link Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email WhatsApp Philippe Masclet - Master Films | Air France's seasonal direct flight between Paris and Cape Town resumes in September. Advertising Air France is bringing back its seasonal direct service between Cape Town and Paris for the 2026/27 summer season, with flights operating from September 22, 2026, until March 27, 2027.
The direct route will start off with three weekly flights from the Mother City to Paris-Charles de Gaulle on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. These services will depart Cape Town shortly after midnight at 12.15am and arrive in Paris at 12.15pm the same day. It's a tricky departure time - with passengers careful to arrive at the airport the evening before the departure date shown on the ticket!
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