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Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Cape Town (CPT) from $1,231

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CPT
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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August

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October

Average price

$1,539

Round-trip from

$1,255
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From Columbus to Cape Town Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Cape Town?

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in August. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Cape Town. Flights to Cape Town from Columbus Airport in October are about $1,595 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $1,242.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to CPT?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Columbus to Cape Town flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Cape Town specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/1411:55 amCMH - CPT
2 stops41h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/246:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,674
Fri 6/146:12 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/247:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,115
Fri 6/146:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/242:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops29h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$2,276
Fri 6/145:24 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop17h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/247:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,576
Fri 6/147:12 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 28mKenya Airways
Mon 6/242:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops26h 34mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$3,865

Columbus to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 10/27:05 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 10/152:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops27h 12mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,231
Wed 10/97:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/192:05 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,240
Wed 10/27:05 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 35mKenya Airways
Tue 10/1511:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops49h 03mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,256
Wed 10/27:38 amCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/158:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops26h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,380
Wed 10/210:40 amCMH - CPT
2 stops46h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/158:00 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop24h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,393
Sun 9/157:05 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 35mKenya Airways
Sat 9/212:05 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops27h 34mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,450
Wed 10/24:29 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop18h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/158:00 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop19h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,626
Sun 9/152:33 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops38h 17mQatar Airways
Sat 9/211:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,653
Fri 6/1411:55 amCMH - CPT
2 stops41h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/246:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,674

Columbus to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Columbus to Cape Town should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Fri 6/1411:55 amCMH - CPT
2 stops41h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/246:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,674
Fri 6/146:12 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/247:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,115
Fri 6/146:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 6/242:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops29h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$2,276
Fri 6/145:24 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop17h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/247:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,576
Fri 6/147:12 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 28mKenya Airways
Mon 6/242:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops26h 34mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/5$3,865

One-way flights to Cape Town from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Columbus to Cape Town, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Columbus to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 7/36:52 pmCMH - CPT
3 stops58h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,432
Wed 7/35:25 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,682

Find flights from Columbus to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$1,231 - $1,915

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ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 10/2

3 stops48h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/15

3 stops27h 12m

$1,231

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 10/9

3 stops48h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/19

2 stops27h 37m

$1,240

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 10/2

3 stops48h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops49h 03m

$1,256

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 7/25

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/28

2 stops28h 02m

$1,295

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 10/2

2 stops33h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops26h 39m

$1,380

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 10/2

2 stops46h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/15

1 stop24h 02m

$1,393

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 9/15

3 stops48h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/21

2 stops27h 34m

$1,450

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 9/15

2 stops38h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/21

2 stops30h 59m

$1,653

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 10/9

3 stops49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/19

3 stops49h 46m

$1,915

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town

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Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and United Airlines from Columbus to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
787 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Kenya Airways
7.1
Good
368 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Columbus?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Cape Town. 2 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $1,231, but on average you can expect to pay $1,768.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to Cape Town for under $1,700?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Cape Town is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,231 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $1,295 and $1,393 round-trip. Kenya Airways is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does CMH to CPT mean?

    This is defined as Columbus Airport (CMH) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,255). Flying from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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DeltaCheapest$1,242Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,271Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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