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Cheapest return flight
R22 684
Typical prices: R21 666-R29 909
KLM, Air France
Sat 13/10Tue 23/10
CHS - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R15 684
Typical prices: R16 754-R28 542
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/2
CHS - CPT • 3 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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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 50% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R25 285 (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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13:00 - 21:25CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:15 - 21:12CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
26h 57m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
R22 684Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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13:00 - 21:25CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:15 - 21:41CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
27h 26m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R22 700Multiple 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
R24 367United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
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13:00 - 21:25CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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
R26 434Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:00 - 13:00CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:20 - 12:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
28h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 200Kenya Airways
Wed, Dec 30 - Sat, Jan 30
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8:00 - 13:35CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:20 - 11:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
28h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 217Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 17
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7:40 - 23:00CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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17:15 - 22:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
60h 23m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 517Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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11:15 - 12:05CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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17:15 - 11:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
49h 38m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 650Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 15
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12:45 - 12:05CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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17:15 - 13:08CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
50h 53m2 stops Istanbul Boston Logan Intl
R28 267Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 15
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14:00 - 12:05CHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 05m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Istanbul
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17:15 - 11:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
49h 40m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
R28 650Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Charleston to Cape Town flights

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

United Airlines (R24 367) and Kenya Airways (R27 200) 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

R15 684
The most popular month to fly with an average 4% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    A direct flight from Charleston to Cape Town takes 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 666 to R29 909, with an average of R25 932 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 666 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 684 to R146 170. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R30 244, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R51 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Charleston to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R21 667 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R34 850, a difference of R13 183.

    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 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 and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R21 667, about R13 183 less than Saturday fares (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 R13 017 return in that month – typically R31 700 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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