Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Flights from New Orleans to Cape Town usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through?

Most connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Cape Town?

On the New Orleans to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R18 885 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R33 221 – a R14 336 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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 long is a flight from New Orleans to Cape Town?

A direct flight from New Orleans to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 21 596 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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.

Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 R24 267 to R175 091. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between New Orleans and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of New Orleans (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 New Orleans to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from New Orleans to Cape Town range from R20 303 to R28 339, with an average of R25 437 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 303 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Delta (R24 267) and United Airlines (R24 972) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New Orleans to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R23 295. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New Orleans to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to Cape Town stopovers at 665 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent return flight deals from New Orleans to Cape Town

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

6:25 - 21:25MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

20:50 - 9:30CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R24 267Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

5:20 - 21:25MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

20:50 - 15:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

R24 347Delta

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

7:00 - 18:00MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

20:50 - 17:33CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

28h 43m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

R24 972United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

19:00 - 13:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

59h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

14:25 - 18:01CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 36m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R25 757Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30

6:25 - 21:25MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

20:50 - 15:50CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R26 349Delta

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30

6:25 - 21:25MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

20:50 - 15:20CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

R26 429Delta

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29

16:49 - 12:05MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 16m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul

17:20 - 9:19CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

46h 59m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl

R27 070Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29

19:00 - 13:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

59h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 9:29CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

50h 04m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R27 519Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30

8:00 - 17:10MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 10m1 stop Newark

20:50 - 10:25CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R27 919United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

19:00 - 13:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

59h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

7:20 - 18:01CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

42h 41m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

R27 999Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from New Orleans to Cape Town

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

11:16 - 10:15MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

13:15 - 21:34CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

39h 19m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

R26 013Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

11:15 - 21:25MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

0:15 - 23:37CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

30h 22m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R26 766Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

12:00 - 13:30MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 22:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

39h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

R32 052Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 - 17:10MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Newark

17:55 - 22:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

R32 196United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 - 17:10MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Newark

17:55 - 19:48CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

56h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

R32 340United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

12:00 - 17:10MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

70h 10m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

17:55 - 22:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

R32 660United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

12:00 - 13:30MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 30m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Lome Addis Ababa Bole

13:50 - 22:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

39h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

R33 509Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 - 17:10MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Newark

17:55 - 22:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

R33 894United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

12:00 - 17:10MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

70h 10m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

17:55 - 22:45CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

R34 358United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

17:52 - 11:00MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 08m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow

18:50 - 20:00CPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

32h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

R34 871American Airlines

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How much is a return flight from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Return flights from New Orleans to Cape Town start at R24 267. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R20 303 to R28 339. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R24 267 on Delta.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Cape Town and is 26% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Cape Town?
Flights from New Orleans to Cape Town usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through?
Most connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Cape Town?
On the New Orleans to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R18 885 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R33 221 – a R14 336 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
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 long is a flight from New Orleans to Cape Town?
A direct flight from New Orleans to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 21 596 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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.
Have flight prices from New Orleans 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 R24 267 to R175 091. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between New Orleans and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of New Orleans (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 New Orleans to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from New Orleans to Cape Town range from R20 303 to R28 339, with an average of R25 437 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 303 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average R18 885 – about R14 336 less than Saturday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R18 885 return in that month – typically R17 107 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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