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Cheapest return flight
R16 599
Typical prices: R17 596-R22 220
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2Sat 31/3
CPT - IAH • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 166
Typical prices: R12 769-R18 051
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 494 (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

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 31
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19:10 - 10:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
47h 43m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
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15:35 - 11:30IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dubai Intl
R16 599Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 3
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21:00 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 59m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:34 - 18:35IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R17 081Virgin Atlantic
1 day ago
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Mar 31
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0:55 - 19:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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21:10 - 23:20IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 10m1 stop Istanbul
R17 513Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 8
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12:35 - 15:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:35 - 10:30IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 796Qatar Airways
21 hours ago
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 3
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19:25 - 15:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
17:35 - 10:30IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 796Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 8
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20:50 - 19:01CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 11m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:55 - 16:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 945United Airlines
21 hours ago
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 8
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20:50 - 19:07CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 17m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
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8:40 - 16:10IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 945United Airlines
21 hours ago
Fri, Mar 26 - Tue, Mar 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
18:15 - 10:15IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R21 086Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Feb 17
KLM Logo
14:00 - 16:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
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19:10 - 6:25IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 15m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R71 781KLM
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Feb 18
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15:20 - 16:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
33h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
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15:25 - 22:40IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R71 781KLM
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Houston flights

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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 413 return.
•January (R31 753) and April (R26 403) 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 166
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 596 to R22 220, with an average of R19 235 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 596 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 483, which is 9% 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 R663:

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

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) – daily rates averaging R1 141:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Ace

  • 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 145 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R22 863, a difference of R4 719.

    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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