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Cheap Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cape Town (DFW-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cape Town

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:35 - 13:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 00m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 20:56CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
38h 31m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 053Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16
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10:45 - 13:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
66h 50m3 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:25 - 15:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 181Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16
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16:00 - 13:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
61h 35m3 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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7:20 - 13:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
37h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 181Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:45 - 21:25DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 22:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
29h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
R23 734Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 20
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15:20 - 18:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 19:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
31h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R24 742United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 20
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7:00 - 18:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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20:50 - 19:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
31h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R24 742United Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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16:25 - 18:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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20:50 - 17:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
28h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R24 742Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Sun, Dec 20
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18:37 - 18:35DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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20:50 - 10:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
21h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R24 838Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17
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23:40 - 17:30DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R30 952JetBlue
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17
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23:40 - 17:30DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R32 536JetBlue
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town at R17 428 return.
  • October (R29 207) and December (R27 991) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R12 195
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R23 238 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R28 119, a difference of R4 881. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% below the route average of R25 340. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 22 749 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R16 484, which is 12% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 01m, compared to 21h 33m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 21h 39m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 R49 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town range from R21 297 to R30 490, with an average of R25 340 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 297 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R23 238 – about R4 881 less than Saturday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R17 428 return in that month – typically R11 779 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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