Cape Town

$634+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC to Cape Town (CPT)

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CPT
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheap flight deals from Durham to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Durham to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 17, 2026.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:21 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops49h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/232:20 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$1,164
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/276:21 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops49h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/42:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops28h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$1,177
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/266:21 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops41h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/32:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops28h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,202
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sat 9/125:30 pm
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops54h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/262:20 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops32h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$1,225
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/167:11 pm
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops60h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/262:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,252
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/261:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops30h 16m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/16$1,290
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/87:10 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops47h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/292:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops30h 51m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/13$1,318
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 4/276:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/41:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops30h 16m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/13$1,331
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1810:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops45h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sun 8/232:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops33h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/14$1,339

Find flight deals from Durham to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated March 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,164
(Ovago)

One-way from

$634
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,567
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Cape Town Intl flights.
From Durham to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Durham to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($89 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 March 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/27

1:50 pm-2:06 pm

3 stops30h 16m

$1,382

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/13

6:08 am-5:10 pm

2 stops29h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/26

7:50 pm-8:56 am

1 stop19h 06m

$1,520

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/1

12:40 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/14

8:05 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,615

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/16

10:38 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:00 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,615
Quickest round-trip

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/27

10:38 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/4

7:50 pm-8:59 am

1 stop19h 09m

$1,616
Cheapest one-way

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/27

8:30 pm-9:00 am

3 stops54h 30m

$705

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/30

5:52 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops45h 38m

$884

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/29

6:21 am-11:50 am

2 stops47h 29m

$897

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

8:30 pm-11:50 am

3 stops33h 20m

$926

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/8

6:21 am-11:50 am

2 stops47h 29m

$945

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durham to Cape Town

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Cape Town (average of $1,088). Flying from Durham to Cape Town in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,474). 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 March 17, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Durham 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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Durham?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Durham to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Durham; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Durham per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Durham. It is only a 9.7 mi journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Durham to Cape Town can take about 26h 35m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,382. Durham and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 7902 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durham 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 Durham to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Cape Town (average of $1,088). Flying from Durham to Cape Town in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,474). 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 3 airlines flying from Durham to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,015Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,191Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,370Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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