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$1,279+ Cheap flights from Kansas City (MCI) 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — CPT
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/118:05 am
MCI
-
CPT
1 stop27h 10m
Delta
Mon 2/239:30 pm
CPT
-
MCI
1 stop26h 29m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/49:05 am
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops24h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
MCI
2 stops25h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/2710:15 am
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops23h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
-
MCI
2 stops25h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,450
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2410:37 am
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops28h 18m
KLM
Mon 3/3011:15 pm
CPT
-
MCI
2 stops28h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$1,475
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 10/76:00 am
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops28h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 11/48:50 pm
CPT
-
MCI
2 stops33h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,501
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/2411:33 am
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops44h 02m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/301:50 pm
CPT
-
MCI
3 stops32h 12m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$1,571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 5/38:00 am
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops26h 10m
United Airlines
Fri 5/88:00 pm
CPT
-
MCI
2 stops34h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$2,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 3/133:22 pm
MCI
-
CPT
2 stops40h 43m
United Airlines
Fri 3/208:50 pm
CPT
-
MCI
2 stops30h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$2,230

Find flight deals from Kansas City to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,295
(Delta)

One-way from

$1,279
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,541
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Wed 2/11

8:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/23

9:30 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop26h 29m

$1,295

Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Fri 2/27

10:15 am-6:00 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

8:50 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,450

Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Tue 3/24

10:37 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

11:15 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,475

Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Tue 3/24

11:33 am-2:35 pm

2 stops44h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

1:50 pm-3:02 pm

3 stops32h 12m

$1,571

Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Sun 5/3

6:17 am-5:10 pm

2 stops27h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:00 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop26h 02m

$2,001

Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Fri 3/13

3:22 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops40h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/20

8:50 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops30h 54m

$2,230

Kansas CityCape Town

MCI - CPT

MCICPT

Kansas City

Fri 5/15

8:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,279

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Deals found on 1/28

Compare providers for flights from Kansas City to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City to Cape Town in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kansas City-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Cape Town

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Cape Town (average of $996). Flying from Kansas City to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,745). 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 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Kansas City 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,128 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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 Kansas City to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Kansas City to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kansas City to Cape Town in 27h 10m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Kansas City and Cape Town is about 8799 mi.

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

    American Airlines, at $927, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Cape Town (average of $996). Flying from Kansas City to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,745). 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 Kansas City to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$927Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,519Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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