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$702+ 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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CPT
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Mon 4/6
Mon 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 7, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Wed 4/299:05 pm
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 5/74:35 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/4$1,319
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 4/152:30 pm
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/224:35 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,320
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 3/108:21 pm
IAH
-
CPT
2 stops35h 14m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 5/121:50 pm
CPT
-
IAH
3 stops30h 47m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/2$1,324
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 10/67:59 pm
IAH
-
CPT
2 stops35h 36m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 10/201:50 pm
CPT
-
IAH
3 stops30h 24m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/4$1,326
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 11/119:05 pm
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/245:15 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,350
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 4/209:05 pm
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/274:35 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,357
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Fri 4/172:30 pm
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop38h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 4/244:35 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Thu 4/309:05 pm
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/124:35 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop27h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,372
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:00 am
IAH
-
CPT
2 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/301:50 pm
CPT
-
IAH
3 stops40h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,374
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sun 9/276:15 pm
IAH
-
CPT
2 stops35h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/57:30 pm
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,375
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Mon 4/138:21 pm
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops37h 59m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/201:00 pm
CPT
-
HOU
2 stops33h 48m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,843
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 4/138:21 pm
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops37h 59m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/221:00 pm
CPT
-
HOU
2 stops33h 48m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/2$1,844

Find 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 March 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,319
(oojo)

One-way from

$702
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,066
From Houston to Cape Town Intl
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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 March 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/12

7:35 pm-11:30 am

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

6:25 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$1,484

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/23

12:23 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

7:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$1,528

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/12

7:35 pm-11:30 am

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

1:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,548
Quickest round-trip

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/23

7:20 am-3:05 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

7:50 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops24h 47m

$1,630

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/11

7:35 pm-11:30 am

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/19

1:15 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,649

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/10

6:15 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop40h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,660

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/10

6:15 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop40h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/22

1:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,660

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/5

6:15 pm-10:15 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

1:50 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops57h 50m

$1,734

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/21

12:42 pm-11:30 am

2 stops39h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/28

1:00 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops37h 51m

$1,843

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/27

8:21 pm-11:30 am

2 stops32h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

1:00 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops37h 51m

$1,885

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cape Town (average of $772). Flying from Houston to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,724). 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 7, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,271 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
8,271 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,271 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,746 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,271 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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
9,404 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,271 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,250 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,271 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,778 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,271 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

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 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?

    Emirates, Delta, and Qatar Airways can get you from Houston to Cape Town in just under 23h 52m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 56m. The distance from Houston to Cape Town is about 8617 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $804 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,003 and $1,050 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston to Cape Town for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cape Town (average of $772). Flying from Houston to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,724). 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 March 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$804Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,003Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,178Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,436Average$1,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,474Average$1,900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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