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$1,205+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — CPT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 12, 2025.

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$1,205
(American Airlines)
From Buffalo to Cape Town Intl
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 9/226:49 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops34h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/36:55 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops29h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,205
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/227:00 amBUF - CPT
3 stops48h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/32:35 pmCPT - BUF
3 stops34h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 9/226:00 amBUF - CPT
1 stop27h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/38:00 pmCPT - BUF
1 stop19h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,460
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/227:00 amBUF - CPT
2 stops33h 10mKenya Airways
Fri 10/32:35 pmCPT - BUF
3 stops30h 41mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 6/2812:59 pmBUF - CPT
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Sun 7/138:05 pmCPT - BUF
1 stop20h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,570
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/297:45 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops31h 45mLufthansa
Tue 7/156:05 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops35h 39mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,769
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/303:53 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops23h 32mKLM
Tue 7/1511:15 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops26h 04mKLM
Deal found 6/11$1,797
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/287:55 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 7/174:35 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops37h 24mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,939
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:30 pmBUF - CPT
2 stops34h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 7/161:00 pmCPT - BUF
2 stops38h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,253

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BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

6:49 pm-11:00 am

2 stops34h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

6:55 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,205

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-1:45 pm

3 stops48h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

2:35 pm-7:04 pm

3 stops34h 29m

$1,402

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

8:00 pm-9:43 am

1 stop19h 43m

$1,460

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/3

2:35 pm-3:16 pm

3 stops30h 41m

$1,490

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Sat 6/28

12:59 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

8:05 pm-11:02 am

1 stop20h 57m

$1,570

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Sun 6/29

7:45 pm-9:30 am

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/15

6:05 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops35h 39m

$1,769

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Mon 6/30

3:53 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/15

11:15 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$1,797

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Sat 6/28

7:55 pm-11:50 am

2 stops33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/17

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 24m

$1,939

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Thu 7/3

6:30 pm-10:50 am

2 stops34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/16

1:00 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$2,253

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Fri 6/27

7:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$1,216

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Cape Town

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

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Buffalo to Cape Town at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

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 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,205), United Airlines ($1,460), and Kenya Airways ($1,490) offers the cheapest pricing from Buffalo to Cape Town.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Buffalo to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Buffalo to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,266Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,467Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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