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Cheapest return flight
R17 046
Typical prices: R16 926-R22 735
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/12Wed 10/1
CPT - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 541
Typical prices: R12 309-R20 739
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/11
CPT - RDU • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg R16 132 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 21h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Raleigh (CPT-RDU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Raleigh

Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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18:55 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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20:45 - 10:20RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R17 046Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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20:50 - 18:58CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:00 - 16:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 274United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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20:50 - 18:58CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:00 - 16:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 307United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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20:50 - 18:58CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:00 - 16:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 339United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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20:50 - 12:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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20:00 - 16:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 437United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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20:50 - 12:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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20:00 - 16:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 470United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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20:50 - 12:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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20:00 - 16:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R17 502United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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13:50 - 13:44CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
30h 54m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 - 14:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R18 235Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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13:50 - 13:44CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
30h 54m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 - 13:00RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 00m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole
R18 381Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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14:15 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
30h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
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14:45 - 7:35RDU  Raleigh-Durham-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
R18 609Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Raleigh flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Raleigh with more confidence.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Raleigh and is 14% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Raleigh at R15 760 return.
•July (R24 291) and April (R22 582) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% 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 Raleigh flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R9 541
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Raleigh

When to book flights from Cape Town to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Raleigh 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 Raleigh flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 20 467 km.

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

    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 Raleigh flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Raleigh range from R16 926 to R22 735, with an average of R20 332 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 926 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R17 046 to R31 764. That means the highest observed fare was about 86% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Raleigh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R23 474, which is 57% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R408 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Raleigh usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Cape Town to Raleigh route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 616 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R22 110, a difference of R4 494. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Raleigh?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 12m, compared to 21h 27m via Newark (EWR) and 21h 50m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    Raleigh is 6 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 Raleigh 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 Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R17 616 – about R4 494 less than Tuesday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Raleigh trip for January. Fares historically average R15 760 return in that month – typically R8 531 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Raleigh-Durham Airport.
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    - Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

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