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Cheap Flights from the United States to Cape Town

 
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Recent return flight deals from the United States to Cape Town

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:20 - 23:00Washington, D.C.  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
41h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 11:45Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R15 261Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:30 - 12:05Washington, D.C.  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
38h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 11:45Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R15 295Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:30 - 12:05Washington, D.C.  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
38h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 11:45Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 30m1 stop Istanbul
R15 311Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 17
JetBlue Logo
22:50 - 10:15Dallas  Dallas/Fort Worth-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
28h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
JetBlue Logo
13:15 - 9:50Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Dallas Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R22 024JetBlue
2 days ago
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 2
Delta Logo
7:10 - 18:35Los Angeles  Los Angeles-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
20:50 - 19:36Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles
32h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R23 760Delta
3+ days ago
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
22:50 - 18:35Los Angeles  Los Angeles-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
20:50 - 17:18Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles
30h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R23 859Delta
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 18
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 18:00Dallas  Dallas/Fort Worth-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 19:55Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Dallas Dallas/Fort Worth
31h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
R24 389United Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 19
United Airlines Logo
7:00 - 18:00Dallas  Dallas/Fort Worth-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 15:28Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Dallas Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 38m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
R24 389United Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 29
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 12:10Dallas  Dallas/Fort Worth-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
30h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
20:35 - 16:10Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Dallas Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R32 408British Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 20
British Airways Logo
17:05 - 8:05Dallas  Dallas/Fort Worth-Cape Town Cape Town Intl
31h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 12:45Cape Town  Cape Town Intl-Dallas Dallas/Fort Worth
25h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R32 639British Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Cape Town

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Cape Town?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Cape Town was found on the route from New York, at R15 261 return. The most popular connection is from Dallas to Cape Town, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R20 354 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R27 228. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are R36 398 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The cheapest month for flights to Cape Town is February, where tickets cost R23 000 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is R31 250 and R30 424 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is April with an average price of R16 435.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R31 257 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R31 257.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R8 218
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Cape Town

FAQs - booking Cape Town flights

  • Does Cape Town International Airport have play areas for children?

    Passengers who booked flights to Cape Town and are traveling with small children will want to stop by the play area to let them run around. The Jimmy Jungles Play Zone is located on the top floor of the airport in the Departure Hall. It has a ball pit, trampoline, and a toy airplane. There is a fee to use the play area but if you have young children, it’s a wonderful place to visit.

  • Are there good restaurants in Cape Town International Airport?

    Yes, restaurants are located on the third floor of the airport. You can dine at Spur where you can watch the planes land and take off. Or you can choose from a number of delis and cafes. Most restaurants in the airport close by 9PM so it is important to plan ahead if you have a late arrival or a layover.

  • Are there good shopping places in Cape Town International Airport?

    If you want to shop once you arrive at the airport, you can choose from regular and duty free shops. You can also find local specialties and handmade souvenirs at stores like Africa Eco, Out of Africa, Made in SA, and Cape Farm & Wine.

  • Are there airport hotels in Cape Town International Airport?

    If you’re looking for airport hotels, you are in luck. The Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport is located on the airport grounds. Or, if you prefer, the Hotel Verde is located only two minutes from the airport. There is a free airport shuttle that is available from 4AM to midnight every day. The airport shuttle leaves every 30 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Cape Town?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Cape Town was found on the route from New York, at R15 261 return. The most popular connection is from Dallas to Cape Town, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R20 354 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Cape Town Intl Airport from central Cape Town?

    Central Cape Town is 16 km away from Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Cape Town’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Cape Town, called Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). It can also be referred to as Cape Town or Cape Town Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Cape Town?

    On average, a flight to Cape Town costs R33 077. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R33 077 and departed from Newark Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Cape Town are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1 436 direct flights from within United States to Cape Town. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Cape Town

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Cape Town flight deals.
  • If you have booked flights to Cape Town and you want to relax before your connecting flight, stop by the Yemaya Express Nail Bar in domestic departures to touch up your manicure. Or, you can visit Gloss in the central terminal for a trim.
  • Passengers that are flying to Cape Town for business reasons will be happy to learn there are several services available. Conference rooms are available for passengers who need them. There is also free WiFi throughout the airport for up to 4 hours or 1 GB. Mobile phone rentals are available from Vodafone’s Vodashop Rent A Phone. There is also a post office on the ground floor past the permit office.
  • Looking for an easy way to get from the airport to your hotel or local attractions? You will find that an Uber is generally more affordable than a taxi. Be sure that you ask about recommended taxi services at the airport if you choose to use one. If you’d prefer to take public transportation, you can take the MyCiti Bus from the airport to the Civic Center.
  • If you have at least 6 hours between connecting flights, you might want to see a little bit of Cape Town while you wait. Drop your luggage at the A-Teck in Parkade 2 so you can explore hands-free. You can then take a short 25-minute ride via an Uber or a taxi to the city center where you can explore the local attractions.
  • If you want to freshen up between flights, consider paying for access to one of the VIP lounges. These lounges offer members access to shower facilities. Or, you can buy a special package from Hotel Verde that provides access to showers, a gym, pools, walking trails and restaurants.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from the United States to Cape Town

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,8
DeltaOverall score based on 8656 reviews
8,1Boarding
7,8Comfort
8,5Crew
7,8Entertainment
7,2Food
Airline reviews

Another pleasant experience flying Delta! Boarding was easy and efficient. The gate area was clean and uncrowded, and the gate agent was friendly, courteous, and professional. The flight itself went like clockwork. We experienced a slight delay, but that appeared to be related to operations at LaGuardia rather than Delta. Once underway, the flight was smooth, and the landing was gentle and uneventful. The flight attendants were equally courteous, attentive, and professional throughout the journey. Overall, a very pleasant experience. Thank you, Delta, and well done to the entire crew! 🙏🏽💗

10,0 ExcellentHartaj, Oct 2026
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Another pleasant experience flying Delta! Boarding was easy and efficient. The gate area was clean and uncrowded, and the gate agent was friendly, courteous, and professional. The flight itself went like clockwork. We experienced a slight delay, but that appeared to be related to operations at LaGuardia rather than Delta. Once underway, the flight was smooth, and the landing was gentle and uneventful. The flight attendants were equally courteous, attentive, and professional throughout the journey. Overall, a very pleasant experience. Thank you, Delta, and well done to the entire crew! 🙏🏽💗

Requested an aisle seat at the gate and got it. The staff so friendly

Aircraft without problems that leave on time, not 2 hours late with last minute gate changes across the terminal

The baseline is to have everything happen as expected. That is what happened with the small exception that climate control in the aircraft sss not turned on when boarding started making the aircraft very hot. All in all great experience!

On time, quick boarding, so nice of them to honor active and retired military with early boarding. Attendants were nice . Plane was clean. A bit crowded like all flights.

My bag was open when I got to Portland and all my clothes were wet and my parking pass was wet

Had to deplane 2 x due to problems with plane. Delayed over 6 hours ans was given a $12 food credit which barely oaud for anything and limited to wear incoukd redeem.

After boarding the plane had to wait an hour at the for the copilot to show up before we could depart

No beverage/snack service without any explanation or reason. Late boarding and delayed flight.

The food was terrible especially for a 15 hour international flight. The crew was unpleasant as well.

I couldn’t give an honest evaluation, because the Houston airport has a problem and I was stand up for several hours and after a long trip from Munich I feel really very tired

A couple flight attendants in business class had bad attitudes and provided poor service. They did provide drinks or refill drinks. They talked to certain passengers for long periods of time and ignored others.

I especially enjoyed having a lightly packed flight which enabled me and my wife to occupy a three seat area with nobody in the middle seat.

Fantastic experience once again flying with United! There was great communication from the cockpit and one of the flight attendants went out of her way to get my two little kids some special treats which elevated our travel experience coming home.

1) United economy seats barely recline. 2) I have yet to get United WiFi to work, after numerous flights.

Flight attendants need to know their plane. Seated in first row yesterday. The seat had about a 1 inch recline that was not adjustable. I don't appreciate being awakened to raise a seat that can't go any further forward and such a small recline is either irrelevant or the plane needs to be repaired. Not the way to treat any customer and especially the ones who have paid that level of money for the seats.

The experience was good overall; however, my United Airlines Mileage Plus Account didn't reflect my flights to Houston from Newark. In essence, my mileage rewards points do not reflect my actual travel. This should be corrected.

Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

Staff could’ve been a little more cordial. The men were much more friendlier than the women. My daughter and I also missed the 2nd to last meal as we were sleeping but that is on us.

The food needs to be improved, up to the standard of the people and the accommodation.

The flight left unexpectedly early. Although I checked in at the gate, the crew made no attempt to contact me to inform me that what had been a delayed flight was now departing before the scheduled departure time. No announcement on the PA, no phone call. When I checked back at the gate for the delay status just before the scheduled departure time, I was told the doors were already locked and the flight had left.

Late boarding, had to check the bag even though there was space on the flight and I was I row 7

Our seats were moved for no reason. The plane was old and wifi and tv were slow. The flight was delayed over an hour for a paperwork issue. Only bright spot was the flight attendants good service.

Unacceptable pre-boarding ticket issues. Paid for and reserved Mint seat approximately a month in advance. Checked in to flight in Mint seat 24 hours before flight. Shortly before flight, was bumped out of Mint entirely, even though other Mint seats were still available and for sale. Was told it was "operational", however seats were still available/being sold. Got to gate and they could not explain it, but the gate agent was able to put me back into Mint (however to a different seat). Nothing proactive done by Jetblue, I would have been bumped had I not arrived at gate early enough to have a helpful gate agent rectify. No explanations from Jetblue.

The crew did not ensure the Evermore seats had their carry on space available. When my family and I boarded, we saw people putting their carry on suitcases in the overhead spaces above our seats and then proceed to the rear part of the plane. This resulted in us having to check our bags and being late to our meetings/events.

Crew was friendly. Free headphones would be nice. Free new movies would be better.

Diana at the gate was unhelpful which was fine, but she was also rude which I did not appreciate at all.

Multiple delays, poor communication, dismissive staff, chaotic boarding, broken seat back entertainment. Not really much to like.

The crew was friendly and helpful. The entertainment system in my row did not work for movies and TV shows and the Direct TV cut off in parts and stopped showing the baseball playoff game.

Non-stop commercials were frustrating when trying to view direct TV

The staff were fantastic and couldn't have been more accomodating; however, the air-conditioning was broken in our section of the aircraft, leaving us feeling extremely cold and unwell on arrival in Johannesbury. The head sets were also faulty, causing difficulty when listening to announcements and entertainment.

Terrible, We experienced massive delays and then couldn’t book a hotel through the link provided, nothing was available. We then went to the airport the next day and experienced further delays, almost no communication was given. We had dinner at lunchtime and breakfast at midnight. We then landed in Jhb at 1am and had to book another hotel as our flight to durban was at 8am. The experience was painful and very expensive.

Ok we did get an upgrade and the flight was delayed 45 minutes BUT without any bias. The crew were excellent, friendly, efficient and verging on exuberant, they all were so happy to do their jobs. Food excellent and the new safety video is fun to watch.

old seat need to go! outdated and uncomfortable. I waited 40 minutes for my bag

Flight on time. Food was poor - low quality and hard to eat due to poor layout

The crew on board were all very pleasant and happy to help. The flight had the old business class seats. The departure board in the business lounge did not update and kept on saying ' gate open' but never said boarding. When I got nervous about the departure time and walked to the gate I was told off rudely for being late.

Chaotic boarding at JNB, last minute gate change with no announcements.

Struggled with boarding pass on my iPhone.Suggest taking a printed copy. We sat upper deck at the rear on right hand side and best Economy flight in years. Bins below the windows made a massive difference for storage etc. inflight entertainment played up for a few pax but we were fine. Crew were first rate. Overall an excellent flight

They ran out of starter options but the alternative was okay. Just disappointed

Flight Beverly delayed and communication around that was poor. The actual boarding was lengthy and confusing.

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