Air France is bringing back its nonstop direct flights between Cape Town and Paris for the summer 2025/2026 season, making it easier than ever to travel between the two cities.
Air France will operate nonstop flights every day from 15 December 2025 to 12 January 2026, perfectly timed for the holiday travel rush in both South Africa and Europe.
Passengers will fly aboard the modern Airbus A350, known for its advanced tech and comfort, while enjoying a premium onboard experience that includes gourmet meals and Champagne in every cabin.
The route not only offers European travelers a direct gateway to Cape Town’s beaches, winelands, and cultural gems but also gives South Africans smoother access to Paris and easy connections across Europe and the Americas.
According to Air France, Flight AF0871 will depart Cape Town daily at 8:50am and land in Paris at 7:20pm. The return flight, AF0890, will leave Paris at 6:30pm and arrive in Cape Town at 6:45am the next morning.
Air France will operate up to 18 weekly flights to Cape Town and a total of 32 flights per week across South Africa—providing more than 11,000 seats in each direction every week.
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