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$1,557+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — CPT
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:52 pmBHM - CPT
2 stops37h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/98:50 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops30h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,796
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:16 pmBHM - CPT
2 stops31h 14mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2712:35 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops33h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/14$2,351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/145:09 pmBHM - CPT
2 stops30h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2710:10 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops31h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$2,421
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:18 pmBHM - CPT
1 stop21h 57mDelta
Fri 1/99:30 pmCPT - BHM
1 stop18h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/14$2,772
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:24 amBHM - CPT
2 stops27h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/98:50 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops31h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$2,777
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:30 amBHM - CPT
2 stops24h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/98:50 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops48h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$2,797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:22 pmBHM - CPT
1 stop18h 53mDelta
Sat 12/278:00 amCPT - BHM
2 stops42h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/12$2,839
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:24 amBHM - CPT
2 stops27h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/108:50 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops33h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$3,177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:18 pmBHM - CPT
1 stop21h 57mDelta
Sat 1/108:50 pmCPT - BHM
2 stops43h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/14$3,241

Find flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) 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 December 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,557
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,029
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($351 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Birmingham

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Mon 1/5

7:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/13

8:50 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$1,557

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Mon 1/12

4:53 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops35h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/18

6:55 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$1,795

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Thu 12/25

12:52 pm-10:20 am

2 stops37h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/9

8:50 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops30h 56m

$1,796

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Mon 1/12

10:56 am-5:25 pm

2 stops46h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/18

12:35 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$1,874

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Mon 2/23

10:58 am-10:30 am

2 stops39h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/25

12:35 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops33h 36m

$1,941

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Mon 1/12

7:45 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/18

9:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$2,347

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Fri 5/8

10:23 am-11:50 am

3 stops42h 27m

$3,954

BirminghamCape Town

BHM - CPT

BHMCPT

Birmingham

Fri 5/8

1:21 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops42h 59m

$4,410

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Deals found on 12/13

Compare providers for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to Cape Town in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Birmingham, Alabama-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Birmingham, Alabama to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Cape Town?

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 December 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Birmingham 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Cape Town?

    For as low as $1,557, United Airlines can have you in Cape Town from Birmingham, Alabama in 24h 40m. Birmingham, Alabama and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 8249 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham, Alabama to Cape Town is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,270 on this airline. You may be able to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Cape Town for 26% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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.

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Top airline flying from Birmingham to Cape Town

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Birmingham 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,270Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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