Air France has announced the return of its seasonal direct flights between Cape Town and Paris for the summer season of 2025/2026.
From 15 December 2025 to 12 January 2026, Air France will operate daily nonstop flights between the Cape Town and Paris, just in time for South Africa’s summer season and Europe’s peak holiday period.
Powered by the state-of-the-art Airbus A350, passengers can expect a travel experience synonymous with French elegance and comfort. Air France is renowned for its commitment to providing top-tier service, and this route will showcase their approach from gourmet meals to Champagne served in all classes.
“We’re thrilled to bring our seasonal Cape Town–Paris flights back, and see it upgrade the service to daily flights connecting both cities this summer,” said Wilson Tauro, Country Manager Southern Africa at Air France-KLM.
“This seasonal increase to daily flights between the two cities is a reflection of Air France’s strong and growing relationship with South Africa.”
The daily schedule for flights AF0871 will see departures from Cape Town each morning at 08:50am, landing in Paris at 7:20pm. The return service, AF0890, will depart Paris each evening at 6:30pm, arriving back in Cape Town at 06:45am the following day.
This arrangement not only accentuates the convenience for European travellers seeking to explore the idyllic beaches and world-class cultural offerings of Cape Town but also provides South Africans with a vital link to Europe, the Americas, and beyond through Paris.
Furthermore, in collaboration with KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air France-KLM is ramping up its services to South Africa, offering a collective total of 32 weekly flights across the country.
This expanded service will cater to over 11,000 seats available in each direction on a weekly basis, illustrating the group’s commitment to fostering connections that support business and leisure travel between continents.
With bookings likely to be highly sought after, potential travellers are encouraged to plan ahead to secure an unforgettable journey infused with French flair.
