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Cheapest return flight
R13 941
Typical prices: R13 780-R19 840
Delta
Sun 21/1Thu 8/2
CPT - BOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 255
Typical prices: R12 895-R18 030
Turkish Airlines
Fri 23/11
CPT - BOS • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Boston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R13 642 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Boston (CPT-BOS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Boston

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Feb 8
Delta Logo
20:50 - 21:26CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
31h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:55 - 18:35BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R13 941Delta
Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 22
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 10:31CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
44h 41m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
14:16 - 15:20BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 04m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R13 990United Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 22
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 10:31CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
44h 41m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:30 - 15:20BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R13 990United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:20 - 14:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
30h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:35 - 6:25BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Paris Charles de Gaulle
R18 880Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:00 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
35h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:00 - 23:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R19 212Turkish Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
Air France Logo
8:30 - 16:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
38h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
21:35 - 6:25BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Paris Charles de Gaulle
R21 002Air France
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
31h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:00 - 23:00BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R21 914Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 13:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
22:10 - 16:45BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R25 710Emirates
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
Emirates Logo
18:10 - 13:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
50h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
22:10 - 16:45BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R26 688Emirates
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 23
Delta Logo
20:50 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
21h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
19:20 - 22:40BOS  Boston Logan Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R30 832Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Boston flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Boston typically range from R13 780 to R19 840. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 941 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Boston?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Boston. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Boston?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Boston at R13 178 return.
•May (R23 157) and July (R18 284) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Boston the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Boston are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Boston flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

R8 255
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Boston

When to book flights from Cape Town to Boston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Boston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Boston flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Boston?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Boston.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Boston?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Boston takes 00m, covering 20 004 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Boston?

    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 Cape Town to Boston flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Boston range from R13 780 to R19 840, with an average of R14 973 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 780 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Boston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the R14 973 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Boston 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 R13 941 to R79 368. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Boston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R16 883, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

    Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R384 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Sixt

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Boston usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Boston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Boston most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Cape Town to Boston. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R14 156 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R22 179, a difference of R8 023.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Boston?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 03m, compared to 21h 21m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 22h 40m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Boston?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Boston?

    John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center is one of the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Boston flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average R14 156, about R8 023 less than Saturday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Boston trip for February. Fares historically average R13 178 return in that month – typically R9 979 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Boston Logan Intl Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
    • Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
    • Hilton Boston Logan Airport

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