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Cheapest return flight
R18 631
Typical prices: R18 207-R23 086
Kenya Airways
Sun 28/1Thu 1/2
CPT - CMH • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Columbus Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 7% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R17 920 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Columbus (CPT-CMH)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Columbus

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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14:25 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
33h 55m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:00 - 13:35CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R18 631Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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14:25 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
33h 55m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:00 - 13:35CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R18 681Kenya Airways
2 days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
33h 55m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:00 - 13:35CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R18 845Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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13:50 - 18:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
35h 58m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:05 - 14:10CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R20 654Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 18:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
35h 58m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:05 - 14:10CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R21 641Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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12:35 - 19:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
38h 07m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:08 - 10:30CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 22m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R23 301Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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12:35 - 19:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
38h 07m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:08 - 10:30CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 22m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R23 367Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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12:35 - 19:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
38h 07m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:08 - 10:30CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 22m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R23 581Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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20:50 - 18:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
29h 05m1 stop Newark
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14:56 - 16:10CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R33 003United Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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20:50 - 10:54CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMH Columbus
21h 04m1 stop Newark
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11:35 - 16:10CMH  Columbus-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 35m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R33 003United Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Columbus Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Columbus Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Columbus Airport typically range from R18 207 to R23 086. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 631 on Kenya Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Columbus Airport. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 79% higher.

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Key details for Cape Town to Columbus Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

R18 631
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Columbus

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport?

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

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Columbus Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Columbus Airport takes 00m, covering 21 291 km.

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

    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 Columbus Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Columbus Airport range from R18 207 to R23 086, with an average of R18 722 over the past 12 months. Anything below R18 207 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Columbus Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R18 631 to R33 398. That means the highest observed fare was about 79% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Columbus Airport (CMH) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R1 272 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Columbus Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Columbus (CMH).

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

    Connecting flights from Cape Town to Columbus Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 43% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 49% on flights from Cape Town to Columbus Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R17 365 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R33 579, a difference of R16 214.

    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 Columbus Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 29m, compared to 19h 39m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Columbus Airport?

    Columbus Airport is 7 hours behind Cape Town (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Columbus Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average R17 365, which is about R16 214 less than Friday fares (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Columbus Airport trip for January. Fares historically average R17 365 return in that month – typically R16 214 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Columbus Airport.

    • Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus Airport
    • Hampton Inn Columbus-International Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Columbus Airport

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