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Cheapest return flight
R21 157
Typical prices: R23 938-R27 444
Delta
Mon 8/10Sat 20/10
PIT - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R14 276
Typical prices: R16 356-R21 734
Qatar Airways
Sat 29/9
PIT - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Pittsburgh and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 5% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R23 939 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 19h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Cape Town (PIT-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Pittsburgh to Cape Town

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
10:32 - 21:25PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 53m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
20:05 - 12:22CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
22h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R21 157Delta
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
KLM Logo
7:21 - 21:10PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 49m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
23:15 - 22:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
29h 03m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
R21 173KLM
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
13:34 - 21:25PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 51m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
20:05 - 15:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
25h 13m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
R21 237Delta
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
KLM Logo
7:21 - 21:10PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 49m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
23:15 - 22:18CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
29h 03m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
R24 390KLM
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 22:10PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
Multiple Airlines Logo
0:15 - 20:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
26h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Boston Logan Intl
R25 286Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 - 13:35PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 05m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:20 - 23:41CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
40h 21m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 295Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
Delta Logo
19:54 - 17:50PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
23:15 - 0:46CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
31h 31m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R26 423Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Tue, Dec 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 - 23:00PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 23:41CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
29h 46m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
R26 807Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 - 23:00PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
58h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 23:41CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
29h 46m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 143Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
Kenya Airways Logo
7:20 - 6:00PIT  Pittsburgh-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
23:25 - 16:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-PIT Pittsburgh
48h 13m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R27 239Kenya Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Pittsburgh to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Pittsburgh to Cape Town?

Return flights from Pittsburgh to Cape Town start at R21 157. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R23 938 to R27 444. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R21 157 on Delta.

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Key details for Pittsburgh to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R14 276
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flights from Pittsburgh to Cape Town

When to book flights from Pittsburgh to Cape Town

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

    Flights from Pittsburgh to Cape Town usually depart from Pittsburgh (PIT) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 6% 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 Pittsburgh to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Pittsburgh to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R20 661 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R35 241, a difference of R14 580. 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 long is a flight from Pittsburgh to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Pittsburgh to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 20 990 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 R21 157 to R155 976. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Pittsburgh to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R17 562, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Pittsburgh to Cape Town?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 40m, compared to 21h 07m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 31h 07m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Pittsburgh (South Africa Time vs Eastern 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 Pittsburgh to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Pittsburgh to Cape Town range from R23 938 to R27 444, with an average of R24 371 over the past 12 months. Anything below R23 938 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Pittsburgh 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R20 661 – about R14 580 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Pittsburgh to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R23 142 return in that month – typically R12 003 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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