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Cheap Flights from the United States to Cape Town

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from the United States to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from the United States to Cape Town

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
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18:26 - 22:10IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 - 17:33CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 13m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 435Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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18:20 - 13:35IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 17:28CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 03m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 452Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
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18:20 - 13:35IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 15m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 17:28CPT  Cape Town Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 03m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 468Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:20 - 15:20DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 55m3 stops Newark Cleveland Hopkins Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 641United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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12:35 - 15:20DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 16:21CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 31m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 641United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
6:35 - 17:50DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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20:50 - 12:53CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
23h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R22 641Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:38 - 15:20DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 55m3 stops Newark Cleveland Hopkins Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 722United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
Delta Logo
7:15 - 21:25DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 22:02CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
29h 47m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles
R24 290Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Jan 7
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20:55 - 8:05DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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20:40 - 16:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
28h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
R32 079British Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Jan 7
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17:25 - 12:10DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:55 - 15:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
28h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
R33 226British Airways
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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?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Cape Town was found on the route from New York, at R16 435 return. The most popular connection is from Dallas to Cape Town, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R20 831 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R26 612. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are R35 575 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Cape Town is February, where tickets cost R22 415 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 R30 867 and R28 362 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is April with an average price of R16 145.

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

The average price for all round-trip flights to Cape Town depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R30 551 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 R30 551.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

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 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R7 903
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% 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 R16 435 return. The most popular connection is from Dallas to Cape Town, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R20 831 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 R27 802. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R26 829 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 1 362 direct flights from within United States to Cape Town. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 16% 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

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to Cape Town. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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 8509 reviews
8,5Crew
8,1Boarding
7,8Entertainment
7,8Comfort
7,2Food
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We were delayed so pilots can rest and had no WiFi the whole trip. First class seats are small compared to other planes

2,0 MediocreFrank, Aug 2026
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We were delayed so pilots can rest and had no WiFi the whole trip. First class seats are small compared to other planes

The experience was bad. Flight was delayed to handle maintenance (understandable) but still there was some dew forming and dropping as droplets on few seats. Internet at best was allowing some browsing but at a snail pace.

We were delayed 2 hours because of a broken seat. Other than that it was a very nice flight.

There needs to be better accommodations for waiting passengers. A a designated standing space that is separated and away from concourse traffic.

My seats are comfortable because I choose to fly in the exit rows and this time upgraded to first class with minimum sky miles. Otherwise, I would not be happy in regular seats or even middle comfort seats. Onboarding on the return flight from Nashville to Atlanta was hot and very uncomfortable for over 30 minutes due to extreme hot weather. However, Delta should provide some other air flow option as it was almost unbearable until 10 minutes after take-off. First class seats should be equipped with cup holders. Currently, the middle console is used and is flat and prone to spilling drinks.

Delta was fine though my flight was delayed 4 hours into LGA and my return into ORD involved a taxi of 1+ hour to the gate

wifi too slow or would not connect and entertainment kept on freezing

Cancelled my flight. Left me in airport for 12 hours. Rude gate attendants. Worst delta experience I’ve had. I hope they have a focus group and return to thinking about customer service.

an he late. super rude gate agent, to every person. spoke down at people.

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

This flight has a history of leaving late, however, I was pleasantly surprised that it was not delayed this day. The flight went smooth, except I was in a window seat and the wall and my feet were freezing. I found it difficult to sleep due to being so cold, I also was using 2 provided UAL blankets and could not get my feet warm. This was annoying, but I still made it there on time and safe.

Staff didn't seem confident about the ingredients in my lactose intolerance meal

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

The back to back mechanical delays from Denver to San Diego and then on my return flight from Denver to Great Falls it added extra time both ways

Really old place. Not as clean as it should be, tray tables needed better cleaning. The items, trays and some other items need to b6 engineered. Anything task you or crew may do is incredibly load, seriously engineer for quiet smooth, easy. Just opening and closing the tray table is actually dangerous and can easily injure a finger. I'm sure it happens as it happened to me! First time I used United and likely will be the last!

Like the fact that the boarding was expedited. But the delay and chaos around the onboarding was not appreciated.

Flight was 2.5 late. Maybe not United’s fault but late none the less. We were late as well on the first leg. WiFi quit working with an hour left.

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.

It was my worse flying experience. It was my first time and last time flying with Jet Blue.

The wifi didn't work and I needed to do some work. This was a business trip.

It was my first time in Jetblue flight in 10+ years(?) and the experience was horrible. You were better before. There were ATC delays sitting/waiting in the tarmac for 2 hours, I understand that this isn't Jetblue's problem but how the matter was handled poorly is. Cabin was so warm and hot couldn't get it to cool down for the entire waiting period worse, even during cruise flight. Start, the passengers were spoken to and treated like a little children with no respect. Constant/multiple annoying tone/voice PA announcements of mentioning "... only big/large suitcases are for the bin and small ones need to be placed under the seat, etc,..." I see that flight was delayed and crew were trying to get the plane ready to board as soon as they can but the way they presented was lack of better word, condesending and scolding tone to cattle. It was definite unpleasant, unwelcoming flight experience I have ever had with Jetblue. Whatever happen to smiles and fun employees , pleasant/helpful gate agents, flight attendants, crews, where have they gone? It was dissapointing flight experience overall from everyone. Sorry for the direct transparency.

Flight was cancelled as JetBlue could not find a pilot. Communication was poor and they did nothing for stranded passengers. Flight they rebooked us on was 4 days out.

JetBlue cancelled the flight. We had to rebook on another airline.

JetBlue cancelled the flight along with hundreds of others, for no apparent reason. no recourse, no rebooking options. never booking with them again

Jet Blue cancelled my flight after I had boarded. They attempted to rebook me for a new flight two days later. I was able to rebook with a different airline, but not until the next morning. As such, I was forced to get an expensive hotel and missed important work meetings Monday morning. I am very disappointed with the customer service and will be pursuing full reimbursement for my hotel cost.

You did a great job rescheduling my cancelled flight. However, you made me pay for two seats for $118 even though the seats on the original flight were free. I think that was a very unfair thing to do.

They cancelled the flight after 5 hours at the airport and the only flight they offered was for the next day with a 7.5 layover in fll. This was not going to work for me as this was only a weekend trip and getting into providence at 10 pm a day later caused me to lose Mo ey on hotels money on airport parking a dog sitter etc. they wouldn’t offer any type of a voucher or anything else. All they did was refund the flight which didn’t help me with all the money in time I lost. I was going to see my very sick father

The flight was on time the crew was courteous that makes for a good flight.

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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