$641+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Cape Town (CPT)
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CMH — CPT
Mar 14 — Mar 211
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Cape TownExplore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 12, 2026.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 9/87:00 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/292:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops34h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,192
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1612:05 pm
CMH
- CPT
2 stops66h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/2311:30 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops42h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,199
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/12![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,254
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 2/187:05 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops47h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 2/222:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops33h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/184:37 pm
CMH
- CPT
1 stop18h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 2/228:50 pm
CPT
- CMH
1 stop19h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,325
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,351
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:05 am
CMH
- CPT
2 stops40h 20m
SWISS
Tue 9/228:00 pm
CPT
- CMH
1 stop19h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 2/12![SWISS logo]()
$1,384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 9/87:45 pm
CMH
- CPT
2 stops39h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 9/298:00 pm
CPT
- CMH
1 stop19h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,408
Best flights from Columbus to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
- CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/12![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,254
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,351
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 6/211:10 am
CMH
- CPT
2 stops51h 45m
SWISS
Tue 6/1610:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops48h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 2/11![SWISS logo]()
$1,588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 6/2511:10 am
CMH
- CPT
2 stops22h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 7/67:50 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,601
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2612:40 pm
CMH
- CPT
2 stops46h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/21:15 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops34h 47m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,602
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Tue 6/910:05 am
CMH
- CPT
2 stops29h 20m
Delta
Sun 6/148:05 pm
CPT
- CMH
1 stop22h 55m
Delta
Deal found 2/12![Delta logo]()
$1,638
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 7/3112:05 pm
CMH
- CPT
3 stops67h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,591
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/266:00 am
CMH
- CPT
1 stop27h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 4/25:55 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops32h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,608
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2810:35 am
CMH
- CPT
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 4/45:55 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops34h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,643
Last-minute flights from Columbus to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town. Data last updated February 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town. Data last updated February 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 2/187:05 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops47h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 2/222:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops33h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/184:37 pm
CMH
- CPT
1 stop18h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 2/228:50 pm
CPT
- CMH
1 stop19h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,325
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2612:40 pm
CMH
- CPT
2 stops46h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/21:15 pm
CPT
- CMH
2 stops34h 47m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,602
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/12![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,254
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:10 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/52:25 pm
CPT
- CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,351
One-way flights from Columbus to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/92:01 pm
CMH
- CPT
3 stops57h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$641
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 6/63:45 pm
CMH
- CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$978
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 6/610:20 am
CMH
- CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Austrian Airlines logo]()
$1,002
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Fri 6/57:41 pm
CMH
- CPT
1 stop37h 39m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/9![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,014
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/512:19 pm
CMH
- CPT
3 stops39h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,030
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/66:25 am
CMH
- CPT
3 stops50h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,131
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 5/96:00 am
CMH
- CPT
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,273
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/58:57 pm
CMH
- CPT
2 stops32h 03m
British Airways
Deal found 2/9![British Airways logo]()
$1,646
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/69:09 am
CMH
- CPT
2 stops43h 51m
British Airways
Deal found 2/9![British Airways logo]()
$1,723
Find flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 February 12, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,254 (Gurufare) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $641 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,289 |
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ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Sun 3/29
7:10 am-6:00 am
2 stops40h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 4/5
2:25 pm-11:57 am
3 stops27h 32m
$1,254
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Sun 3/29
7:10 am-1:35 pm
3 stops48h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 4/5
2:25 pm-11:57 am
3 stops27h 32m
$1,351
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Tue 6/2
11:10 am-8:55 pm
2 stops51h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/16
10:25 pm-4:45 pm
2 stops48h 20m
$1,588
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Fri 7/31
12:05 pm-1:35 pm
3 stops67h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 8/5
2:25 pm-11:41 am
3 stops27h 16m
$1,591
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Thu 6/25
11:10 am-3:20 pm
2 stops22h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/6
7:50 pm-3:40 pm
2 stops25h 50m
$1,601
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Thu 3/26
12:40 pm-5:25 pm
2 stops46h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/2
1:15 pm-6:02 pm
2 stops34h 47m
$1,602
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Thu 3/26
6:00 am-3:05 pm
1 stop27h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/2
5:55 pm-8:52 pm
2 stops32h 57m
$1,608
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Tue 6/9
10:05 am-9:25 pm
2 stops29h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 6/14
8:05 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop22h 55m
$1,638
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Sat 3/28
10:35 am-3:20 pm
1 stop22h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 4/4
5:55 pm-10:15 pm
2 stops34h 20m
$1,643
ColumbusCape Town
CMH - CPT
CMHCPT
Columbus
Sat 5/9
2:01 pm-6:00 am
3 stops57h 59m
$641
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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 February 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Columbus to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,370 | Average$1,611 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,420 | Average$1,692 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |