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Cheapest return flight
R22 628
Typical prices: R24 723-R37 566
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/2Sat 24/2
BNA - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 867
Typical prices: R18 436-R26 421
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/11
BNA - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nashville and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg R26 186 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Cape Town (BNA-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nashville to Cape Town

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 24
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7:01 - 10:30BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 29m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
36h 34m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R22 628Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 13
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7:01 - 10:30BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 29m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 23:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
43h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
R23 263Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Fri, Feb 12
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17:55 - 5:45BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:30 - 21:09CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
28h 39m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
R25 411KLM
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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7:15 - 13:35BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 20m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:25 - 13:21CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
30h 56m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R25 493Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 12
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16:25 - 18:35BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 8:36CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
40h 06m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R25 574Delta
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Nov 1
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19:45 - 16:10BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 25m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 16:28CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
27h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
R25 721United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 23
Delta Logo
16:25 - 18:35BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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0:30 - 22:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
30h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R26 046Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 24
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18:40 - 12:10BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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22:10 - 16:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
26h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
R26 111British Airways
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Nov 1
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18:33 - 14:10BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 13:41CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
31h 51m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R26 583Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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16:50 - 17:25BNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 17:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
37h 13m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 616Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nashville to Cape Town flights

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

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Cape Town and is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 45% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Cape Town at R22 302 return.
•November (R40 632) and July (R38 646) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Nashville to Cape Town flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R11 867
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (40% more expensive on average)
Flights from Nashville to Cape Town

When to book flights from Nashville to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville to Cape Town?

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

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

    A direct flight from Nashville to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 21 531 km.

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

    Return flights from Nashville to Cape Town range from R24 723 to R37 566, with an average of R29 071 over the past 12 months. Anything below R24 723 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Nashville 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 628 to R109 037. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nashville to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R20 480.

  • 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 Nashville to Cape Town?

    Flights from Nashville to Cape Town usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 12% 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 Nashville to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Nashville to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R24 630 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R42 423, a difference of R17 793. 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 Nashville to Cape Town?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 51m, compared to 20h 06m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 20h 29m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Nashville (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 Nashville 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R24 630 – about R17 793 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nashville to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R22 302 return in that month – typically R18 330 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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