CWC 2027
Flights to Cricket World Cup 2027
October — November 2027

Flights to Cricket World Cup 2027

Direct and connecting routes from major international hubs to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and regional airports across all three host nations.

Planning early ensures access to preferred routing as demand builds toward October 2027.

There are currently no direct flights from India to most host cities. Most routes connect via Middle East hubs like Doha, Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

Secure flights, hotels and tickets before demand peaks. See our guide on flights from India to South Africa for more options.

Routes from major international hubs to all host cities.

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Air India offers convenient connections from India to South Africa. Good option for travelers departing from major Indian cities.

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Direct flights available from major Indian cities.

Key Arrival Cities

The tournament spans South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. Most international flights arrive in Johannesburg or Cape Town, with connections to all host cities across the three countries.

Johannesburg (JNB)

Africa's busiest airport. Main gateway for international arrivals with direct flights from most continents.

  • Direct from London, Dubai, Mumbai
  • Easy connections to all host cities

Cape Town (CPT)

Scenic coastal arrival. Popular with European travelers with good connections via Dubai and Doha.

  • Direct from Amsterdam, London
  • Gateway to wine country & safaris

Durban (DUR)

Coastal hub with limited international routes. Best reached via connection through JNB or CPT.

  • 1-hour flight from Johannesburg
  • Beach destination with matches

Popular Flight Routes to South Africa

Fans are expected to travel to Cricket World Cup 2027 from across India, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the UAE and other cricket nations. Use the guide below to understand common routes, major connection hubs and airlines serving South Africa. Flight schedules can change — always confirm live availability before booking.

Common departure cities

Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad

Main arrival cities

Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban

Common connection hubs

Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Singapore

Airlines commonly used

Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Singapore Airlines, Air India partner routes

Always check live schedules before booking.

Find Flights from India

Flight schedules, routes and airline availability can change. Always confirm current flight times, stopovers, baggage rules and visa requirements before booking.

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