CPT - DFW

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Cheapest return flight
R16 027
Typical prices: R16 904-R22 756
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 19/11Mon 26/11
CPT - DFW • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 991
Typical prices: R12 289-R17 499
Turkish Airlines
Mon 12/11
CPT - DFW • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 17% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R19 693 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 22h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth (CPT-DFW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:00 - 0:17CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
35h 17m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:25 - 18:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 027Virgin Atlantic
3+ days ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 31
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:00 - 0:13CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
35h 13m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
17:20 - 18:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 640Virgin Atlantic
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
20:50 - 17:24CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
28h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 - 18:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R16 756Delta
3+ days ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 31
Delta Logo
20:50 - 16:22CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 - 18:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 120Delta
3+ days ago
Tue, Apr 20 - Wed, May 5
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 15:19CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:05 - 17:10DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 05m1 stop Newark
R17 220United Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 10
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:14CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
22h 24m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
17:51 - 16:10DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 220United Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Dec 14 - Sun, Jan 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
25h 30m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 23:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R17 998Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
30h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 8:05DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R18 627British Airways
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
30h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 8:05DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R18 643British Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 31
SWISS Logo
9:20 - 23:04CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
45h 44m3 stops Zurich Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
SWISS Logo
14:20 - 14:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 15m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 991SWISS
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport typically range from R16 904 to R22 756. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 027 on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport at R16 590 return.
•January (R27 319) and March (R27 237) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R8 991
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport takes 00m, covering 22 749 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport range from R16 904 to R22 756, with an average of R19 912 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 904 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the R19 912 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R13 158, which is 11% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW)?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R309 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R17 683 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R22 104, a difference of R4 421.

    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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 31m, compared to 22h 33m via Newark (EWR) and 25h 53m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is 7 hours behind Cape Town (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average R17 683, about R4 421 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport trip for November. Fares historically average R16 590 return in that month – typically R10 729 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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