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$1,165+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CPT
Feb 21 — Feb 281
Sat 2/21
Sat 2/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Cape Town
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 January 22, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/1910:36 am
CMH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 34m
Lufthansa
Thu 2/268:50 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop28h 37m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/20$1,165
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/1910:27 am
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops22h 43m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 2/268:50 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop26h 06m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,170
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 9/167:00 am
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops33h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/272:30 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops27h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/44:40 pm
CMH
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop24h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,194
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/87:10 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops48h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 3/152:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops27h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,236
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/167:05 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops47h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/12:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops33h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,243
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/166:00 am
CMH
-
CPT
1 stop27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/18:50 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop19h 49m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/20$1,255
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/167:40 pm
CMH
-
CPT
2 stops39h 20m
Lufthansa
Sun 3/18:50 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop19h 49m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/20$1,260
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/47:08 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops47h 27m
Kenya Airways
Sun 2/82:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops28h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/19$1,283
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/167:05 am
CMH
-
CPT
3 stops47h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 3/12:25 pm
CPT
-
CMH
3 stops28h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/1610:36 am
CMH
-
CPT
1 stop22h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 3/18:50 pm
CPT
-
CMH
1 stop19h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,294

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 January 22, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,165
(KAYAK)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$915
From Columbus to Cape Town Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($298 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 2/19

10:36 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/26

8:50 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop28h 37m

$1,165

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 2/19

10:27 am-4:10 pm

2 stops22h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/26

8:50 pm-3:56 pm

1 stop26h 06m

$1,170

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 2/4

4:40 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

8:50 pm-9:56 am

1 stop20h 06m

$1,194

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 3/8

7:10 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/15

2:25 pm-11:57 am

3 stops27h 32m

$1,236

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 2/16

7:05 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/1

2:25 pm-5:21 pm

3 stops33h 56m

$1,243

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 6/7

6:07 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$4,851

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 6/7

7:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$7,689

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Deals found on 1/20

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town (average of $906). Flying from Columbus to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,575). 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.

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 January 22, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,087 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,190 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Columbus, 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 Columbus to Cape Town Intl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Cape Town in 18h 20m. Fly via Lufthansa, Ethiopian Air, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Columbus and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 8221 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    United Airlines, at $906, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Cape Town for 41% less than the average price by searching for these 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town (average of $906). Flying from Columbus to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,575). 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 Columbus to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 January 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,370Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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