Cheap flights from Columbus to Cape Town (CPT) from $975

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 6/17. 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.
CMH — CPT
May 9 — May 161

Cheap 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 May 4, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$1,248

One-way from

$1,087
High demand for flights, 39% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From Columbus to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Columbus to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Cape Town?

Tuesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Columbus to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Cape Town?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Cape Town. Flights to Cape Town from Columbus in October are about $1,643 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $1,221.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Cape Town (CMH - CPT)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Cape Town in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap British Airways flights from Columbus to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Columbus 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest British Airways flights traveling from Columbus to Cape Town. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Sat 8/176:35 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops58h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 9/146:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,270
Tue 5/145:55 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 5/216:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,469

Cheap Delta flights from Columbus to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Columbus 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from Columbus to Cape Town. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop39h 41mDelta
Sun 6/911:15 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,566
Sun 6/29:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Sun 6/911:15 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,593
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop39h 41mDelta
Sun 6/99:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop25h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,833

Cheap Columbus to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Cape Town in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 5/147:07 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/212:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,453
Tue 5/145:55 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 5/216:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,469
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop39h 41mDelta
Sun 6/911:15 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,566
Sun 6/29:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops30h 00mDelta
Sun 6/911:15 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,593
Tue 5/147:07 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2111:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops48h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,631
Tue 5/144:08 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop19h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,644
Sun 6/22:50 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/95:45 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops48h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,802
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop39h 41mDelta
Sun 6/99:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop25h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,833
Sun 6/27:08 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 32mKenya Airways
Sun 6/92:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops26h 34mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$2,191

Columbus to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Columbus to Cape Town in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 12/73:55 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/186:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,197
Sun 9/18:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops44h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/116:40 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,243
Sat 8/176:35 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops58h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 9/146:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,270
Sat 12/77:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 40mKenya Airways
Wed 12/182:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops58h 03mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,410
Tue 5/147:07 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/212:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,453
Sat 8/177:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/142:05 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops27h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,457
Tue 5/145:55 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 5/216:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,469
Sun 6/28:09 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop39h 41mDelta
Sun 6/911:15 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,566
Sat 12/711:45 amCMH - CPT
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Tue 12/1712:30 amCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,580

Columbus to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Columbus to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Columbus to Cape Town. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 5/147:07 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/212:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops27h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,453
Tue 5/145:55 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 5/216:55 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops33h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,469
Tue 5/147:07 amCMH - CPT
3 stops48h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2111:00 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops48h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,631
Tue 5/144:08 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop19h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,644

One-way flights to Cape Town from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Columbus to Cape Town can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Columbus to Cape Town should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 6/176:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/2$975
Sun 6/166:15 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,087
Fri 6/145:55 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops35h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,171
Sat 6/1512:58 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop22h 52mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,182
Sun 6/167:15 amCMH - CPT
3 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,188
Fri 6/148:10 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop39h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,196
Mon 6/176:00 amCMH - CPT
3 stops49h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/2$1,257

Find flights from Columbus to Cape Town within your budget

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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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$1,243 - $2,030

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ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 9/1

2 stops44h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/11

2 stops28h 58m

$1,243

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sat 8/17

2 stops58h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops33h 35m

$1,270

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 5/14

3 stops48h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/21

3 stops27h 13m

$1,453

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sat 8/17

3 stops48h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops27h 37m

$1,457

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 5/14

2 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/21

2 stops33h 49m

$1,469

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 6/2

1 stop39h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

2 stops28h 50m

$1,566

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 9/1

3 stops49h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/11

3 stops29h 37m

$1,727

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sat 8/17

2 stops63h 27m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/14

1 stop21h 13m

$1,953

ColumbusCape Town Intl

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 7/11

2 stops47h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/25

3 stops27h 15m

$2,030

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 Columbus to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Cape Town is currently $1,151 while a round-trip flight costs $1,574. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town (average of $1,248). Flying from Columbus to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,723). 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

$1,248

February

$1,338

March

$1,381

April

$1,384

May

$1,407

June

$1,644

July

$1,723

August

$1,445

September

$1,420

October

$1,384

November

$1,337

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 4, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, Delta and Ethiopian Air from Columbus to Cape Town to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.

8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.

7.7
Good
4,444 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.

7.4
Good
794 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.

7.4
Good
11,125 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.

7.3
Good
14,728 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

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  • 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.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Cape Town for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus to Cape Town for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,243, but on average you can expect to pay $1,709.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus to Cape Town for under $1,500?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Columbus to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,500.

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

    American Airlines, at $1,243, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Delta. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Cape Town for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $975. Qatar Airways flights start at $1,087 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,171 one-way.

  • What does CMH to CPT mean?

    Columbus Airport is CMH and Cape Town Intl Airport is CPT. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

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

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus 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 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus 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 Columbus to Cape Town?

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

    The Columbus to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Columbus to Cape Town

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DeltaCheapest$1,242Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,261Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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