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Cheapest return flight
R22 895
Typical prices: R25 686-R31 879
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/11Mon 12/11
STL - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R14 538
Typical prices: R16 161-R22 846
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/10
STL - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R25 668 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Cape Town (STL-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from St. Louis to Cape Town

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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15:23 - 17:25STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
66h 02m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
43h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R22 895Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Jan 22
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7:03 - 18:35STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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20:50 - 10:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
21h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R25 491Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Jan 21
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9:40 - 16:10STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 16:43CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 53m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
R25 556United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
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8:00 - 16:10STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
33h 25m1 stop Newark
R26 416United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:00 - 16:10STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 22:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
33h 25m1 stop Newark
R26 497United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 30
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16:44 - 6:25STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 41m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 18:13CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
41h 43m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R27 032Air France
Sun, Jan 3 - Fri, Jan 15
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18:58 - 7:40STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:10 - 16:13CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
29h 03m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
R28 509Lufthansa
Sun, Jan 3 - Thu, Jan 14
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15:48 - 18:35STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 20:49CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
28h 19m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R28 574Delta
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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13:00 - 16:10STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 16:17CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 27m1 stop Newark
R28 655United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:00 - 16:10STL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 16:17CPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 27m1 stop Newark
R28 720United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for St. Louis to Cape Town flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Cape Town?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Cape Town and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 41% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for St. Louis to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R14 538
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flights from St. Louis to Cape Town

When to book flights from St. Louis to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cape Town 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

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

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from St. Louis to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 22 185 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from St. Louis to Cape Town range from R25 686 to R31 879, with an average of R28 633 over the past 12 months. Anything below R25 686 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from St. Louis 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 895 to R116 511. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R16 867, which is 13% below 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 R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Flights from St. Louis to Cape Town usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 80% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 7% 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the St. Louis to Cape Town route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R25 978 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R40 532, a difference of R14 555. 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 43m, compared to 21h 59m via Newark (EWR) and 30h 59m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between St. Louis and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of St. Louis (South Africa Time vs Central 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 St. Louis 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average R25 978 – about R14 555 less than Friday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average R22 635 return in that month – typically R16 307 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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