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Cheapest return flight
R22 100
Typical prices: R21 092-R29 118
KLM, Air France
Sat 13/10Tue 23/10
CHS - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 50% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R24 616 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 19h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Cape Town (CHS-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Charleston to Cape Town

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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11:15 - 21:25CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:15 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
29h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R22 100Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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6:05 - 21:25CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:15 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
29h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R22 246Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:40 - 13:35CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 55m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 8:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
49h 18m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R24 663Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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20:25 - 22:05CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:25 - 8:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
49h 18m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R24 777Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
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19:30 - 15:20CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 50m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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19:50 - 9:12CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
19h 22m1 stop Newark
R25 361United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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6:05 - 21:25CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:15 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
29h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R25 653Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
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19:30 - 15:20CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 50m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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19:50 - 9:12CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
19h 22m1 stop Newark
R26 837United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:40 - 12:05CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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17:15 - 8:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
46h 28m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 919Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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14:52 - 16:10CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 18m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 17:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
27h 49m1 stop Newark
R28 330United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:00 - 14:10CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 10:06CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
48h 56m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R28 379Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Charleston to Cape Town flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Charleston to Cape Town?

United Airlines (R25 361) and Delta (R28 330) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Charleston to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Charleston to Cape Town flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

R22 100
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flights from Charleston to Cape Town

When to book flights from Charleston to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charleston to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Charleston to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

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

    A direct flight from Charleston to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 20 402 km.

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

    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 Charleston to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Charleston to Cape Town range from R21 092 to R29 118, with an average of R25 246 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 092 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Cape Town 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 R22 100 to R219 367. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Flights from Charleston to Cape Town usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    Connecting flights from Charleston to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 71% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 29% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Charleston to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R21 094 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R33 928, a difference of R12 835. 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 Charleston to Cape Town?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 20m, compared to 19h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Charleston (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Cape Town 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 Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R21 094 – about R12 835 less than Saturday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R12 672 return in that month – typically R30 861 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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