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Cheapest return flight
R17 662
Typical prices: R17 662-R22 304
Delta
Mon 24/12Mon 31/12
CPT - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 191
Typical prices: R12 817-R18 119
Qatar Airways
Tue 13/3
CPT - IAH • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Houston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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CPT - HOU
Cheapest • 9% average savings
CPT - IAH
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November
Cheapest • 9% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R18 563 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 20h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Houston (CPT-HOU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Houston

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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20:50 - 11:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
22h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 - 18:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 662Delta
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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19:35 - 23:14CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
35h 39m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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14:40 - 23:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 113Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Dec 23 - Thu, Dec 31
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0:30 - 20:17CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
27h 47m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 - 18:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R18 713Delta
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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20:50 - 23:14CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 - 23:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 35m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 896Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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20:50 - 15:42CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 52m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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21:52 - 16:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
58h 18m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R19 163United Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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20:50 - 13:32CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 42m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:20 - 18:00IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
R31 922United Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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20:50 - 13:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 10m1 stop Newark
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7:45 - 18:00IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
R31 922United Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 14
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23:45 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
46h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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10:45 - 21:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
R52 853KLM
2 days ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Wed, Apr 14
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7:30 - 14:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
37h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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10:45 - 21:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
R64 695KLM
2 days ago
Sat, Mar 27 - Wed, Apr 14
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8:30 - 14:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
37h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
10:45 - 21:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
R67 630KLM
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Houston flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Houston typically range from R17 662 to R22 304. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 662 on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Houston. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Houston at R17 479 return.
•January (R31 872) and April (R26 502) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Houston flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R11 191
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Houston

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Houston:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Houston takes 00m, covering 22 307 km.

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

    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 Houston flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Houston range from R17 662 to R22 304, with an average of R19 307 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 662 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Houston 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 R17 662 to R103 239. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Houston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R17 094, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) – daily rates averaging R654:

    • Easirent
    • ACO Rent A Car
    • America Car Rental
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) – daily rates averaging R1 156:

    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Houston usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Cape Town to Houston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R18 213 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R22 949, a difference of R4 737.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 47m, compared to 22h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 23h 12m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Houston is 8 hours behind Cape Town (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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