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$696+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CPT
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$975
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$696
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,113
From Houston to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/269:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
jue. 12/45:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$975
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
vie. 12/59:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
jue. 12/255:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,019
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
lun. 10/2710:05 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/315:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,031
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/39:05 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/105:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,060
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mié. 11/269:05 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/45:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,066
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/39:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
lun. 11/105:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,133
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/159:00 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
mié. 10/224:35 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,211
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mié. 11/269:05 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/55:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,232
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
mié. 11/269:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
vie. 12/55:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,277
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
lun. 10/2710:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
vie. 10/315:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/236:22 pmHOU - CPT
2 stops29h 43mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/306:55 pmCPT - HOU
2 stops30h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/1310:13 amHOU - CPT
1 stop24h 37mDelta
lun. 10/2011:00 pmCPT - HOU
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/16$1,693

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Cape Town that are best for you.

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HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 12/5

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 12/25

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,019

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 11/26

9:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 12/4

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,066

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 11/3

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 11/10

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,133

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 3/11

3:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop36h 55m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/19

2:00 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$1,140

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 11/26

9:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 12/5

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,232

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 11/26

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 12/5

5:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$1,277

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

dom. 11/23

6:22 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 43m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 11/30

6:55 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$1,399

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 10/12

6:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/16

1:00 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,437

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 1/14

7:10 pm-11:40 am

1 stop32h 30m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 2/5

1:40 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,476

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 1/12

7:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 1/30

6:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$1,476

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Cape Town

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Houston 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Houston to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 septiembre 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Houston 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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to Cape Town. 5 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day.

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

    Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Houston to Cape Town in just under 24h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 08m. The distance from Houston to Cape Town is about 8605 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $897 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and British Airways, starting at $976 and $1,237 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston to Cape Town for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $962 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lufthansa. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $1,181 and $9,570, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Houston 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$897Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$976Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,237Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,377Average$1,924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,386Average$1,844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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