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Cheap flights from Virginia Beach, VA to Cape Town (CPT) from $974

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/20. 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.
RIC — CPT
May 14 — May 211
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia Beach to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Virginia Beach (V1B) 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 May 9, 2024.

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January

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$1,250

One-way from

$974
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What is the cheapest month to fly from Virginia Beach to Cape Town?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Virginia Beach. Users have commonly found prices around $1,617 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,118. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Virginia Beach to Cape Town (V1B - CPT)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town as you normally would.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Virginia Beach and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Consider these cheap United Airlines flights we've found departing from Virginia Beach to Cape Town. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Fri 11/16:15 amORF - CPT
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/108:50 pmCPT - ORF
1 stop33h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,536
Fri 11/15:12 pmORF - CPT
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/108:50 pmCPT - ORF
1 stop33h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,632
Fri 8/166:10 amORF - CPT
2 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/177:50 pmCPT - ORF
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$8,205

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Virginia Beach and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights we've found from Virginia Beach to Cape Town. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Fri 11/16:00 amORF - CPT
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/103:20 pmCPT - ORF
3 stops38h 51mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/8$1,774
Fri 8/96:10 amORF - CPT
2 stops25h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/182:35 pmCPT - ORF
3 stops29h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/8$2,310

Virginia Beach to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Virginia Beach and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Virginia Beach to Cape Town in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 11/17:32 pmORF - CPT
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Sun 11/1012:35 pmCPT - ORF
2 stops54h 07mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,197
Tue 12/32:55 pmORF - CPT
2 stops38h 05mBritish Airways
Sat 12/216:45 pmCPT - ORF
2 stops30h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,298
Fri 11/16:15 amORF - CPT
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/108:50 pmCPT - ORF
1 stop33h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,536
Fri 8/912:29 pmORF - CPT
2 stops26h 56mDelta
Sun 8/189:30 pmCPT - ORF
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/8$1,560
Tue 12/39:50 amORF - CPT
2 stops29h 55mDelta
Fri 12/2012:30 amCPT - ORF
2 stops29h 46mDelta
Deal found 5/8$1,587
Fri 11/15:12 pmORF - CPT
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/108:50 pmCPT - ORF
1 stop33h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,632
Fri 11/16:00 amORF - CPT
3 stops49h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/102:30 pmCPT - ORF
3 stops34h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,705
Fri 11/16:00 amORF - CPT
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/103:20 pmCPT - ORF
3 stops38h 51mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/8$1,774
Fri 8/911:50 amORF - CPT
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/188:00 pmCPT - ORF
2 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,782

One-way flights to Cape Town from Virginia Beach

Search for one-way flight options from Virginia Beach 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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town. Users needing a return flight from Virginia Beach to Cape Town should utilize the search form above.
Mon 5/208:56 amORF - CPT
2 stops44h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$974
Mon 5/202:54 pmORF - CPT
3 stops40h 51mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/8$1,186
Mon 5/202:54 pmORF - CPT
1 stop18h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,428

Find flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia Beach 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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.

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NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 11/1

2 stops39h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

2 stops54h 07m

$1,197

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 11/1

2 stops28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

1 stop33h 21m

$1,536

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 8/9

2 stops26h 56m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/18

1 stop27h 30m

$1,560

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 11/1

1 stop17h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

1 stop33h 21m

$1,632

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 11/1

3 stops49h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

3 stops34h 42m

$1,705

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 11/1

2 stops26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

3 stops38h 51m

$1,774

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 8/9

2 stops29h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/18

2 stops24h 28m

$1,782

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 8/9

3 stops67h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/18

3 stops51h 02m

$2,033

NorfolkCape Town Intl

ORF - CPT

ORFCPT

Norfolk

Fri 11/1

2 stops33h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/9

2 stops29h 52m

$2,054

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Virginia Beach to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Virginia Beach to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Virginia Beach to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Virginia Beach to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Virginia Beach to Cape Town is currently $1,196 while a round-trip flight costs $1,697. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia Beach to Cape Town (average of $1,250). Flying from Virginia Beach to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,747). 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.

January

$1,250

February

$1,338

March

$1,381

April

$1,384

May

$1,411

June

$1,658

July

$1,747

August

$1,445

September

$1,412

October

$1,384

November

$1,333

December

$1,419

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

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 May 9, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town, such as United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,427 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
788 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,678 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia Beach to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Virginia Beach, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town Intl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,197, but on average you can expect to pay $2,344.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Virginia Beach to Cape Town one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $974 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $1,186 and United Airlines from $1,428 one-way.

  • What does RIC to CPT mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RIC to CPT flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Norfolk Airport (ORF), Newport News Intl Airport (PHF).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Virginia Beach to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Virginia Beach to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Virginia Beach to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
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