Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Cape Town?

Flights from Buffalo to Cape Town usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Cape Town?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Buffalo to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R24 241 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R40 351, a difference of R16 110. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Buffalo to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Buffalo to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 20 971 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Cape Town?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Buffalo to Cape Town changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R25 707 to R61 260. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Buffalo to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Buffalo to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R19 676, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Buffalo and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Buffalo (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R51 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Sixt • GREEN MOTION • Hertz • Woodford

How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Buffalo to Cape Town range from R29 984 to R32 901, with an average of R29 984 over the past 12 months. Anything below R29 984 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Buffalo to Cape Town?

Return flights from Buffalo to Cape Town typically range from R29 984 to R32 901. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R25 707 on Kenya Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Buffalo to Cape Town?

Kenya Airways (R25 707) and United Airlines (R29 589) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Buffalo to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest return flight

R25 707

Typical prices: R29 984-R32 901

Kenya Airways

Wed 31/1Sat 3/2

BUF - CPT • 3 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

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Typical prices: R19 547-R23 576

Turkish Airlines

Mon 5/2

BUF - CPT • 2 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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March

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August

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Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3

7:00 - 13:35BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

47h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

23:25 - 10:22CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

41h 57m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R25 707Kenya Airways

Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3

7:00 - 6:00BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23:25 - 10:22CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

41h 57m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R25 723Kenya Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26

14:10 - 23:00BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

49h 50m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Istanbul

17:15 - 22:33CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

36h 18m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl

R28 372Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26

14:55 - 16:10BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 10:08CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

20h 18m1 stop Newark

R29 589United Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26

14:55 - 16:10BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 20:36CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

30h 46m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

R29 655United Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26

6:00 - 14:10BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 23:46CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

40h 56m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R30 222Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26

19:00 - 13:35BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

59h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 11:59CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

28h 34m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R30 805Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

6:00 - 14:10BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 9:21CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

50h 31m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

R31 738Ethiopian Air

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

9:00 - 5:45BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

20:50 - 17:31CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

27h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R33 287Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

6:00 - 7:40BUF Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 40m2 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss

20:50 - 19:05CPT Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo

29h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R33 304United Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Buffalo to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Buffalo to Cape Town departing in January.

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How long is a flight from Buffalo to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Buffalo to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 20 971 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Cape Town?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Buffalo to Cape Town range from R29 984 to R32 901, with an average of R29 984 over the past 12 months. Anything below R29 984 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Buffalo to Cape Town changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R25 707 to R61 260. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Buffalo to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Buffalo to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R19 676, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R51 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Sixt
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
• Woodford
Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Cape Town?
Flights from Buffalo to Cape Town usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Buffalo to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R24 241 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R40 351, a difference of R16 110.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Buffalo and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Buffalo (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average R24 241, about R16 110 less than Wednesday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average R23 324 return in that month – typically R17 027 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

• Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
• Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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