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$1,202+ Cheap flights from Memphis (MEM) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — CPT
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Memphis to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Memphis (MEM) 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 11, 2025.

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$1,202
(American Airlines)

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Cheapest flights from Memphis to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 12/55:48 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops34h 22mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/137:00 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops30h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,202
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/56:30 amMEM - CPT
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/139:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops46h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,705
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
dom. 12/212:48 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops41h 22mUnited Airlines
dom. 1/119:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops57h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$2,069
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
sáb. 12/135:43 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops29h 02mDelta
sáb. 1/1011:45 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops30h 46mDelta
Deal found 9/10$2,260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
dom. 12/215:40 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops29h 05mDelta
dom. 1/119:30 pmCPT - MEM
1 stop26h 37mDelta
Deal found 9/11$2,443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 12/222:48 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops32h 52mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/59:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops61h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$2,686
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 12/223:29 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops59h 31mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/39:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops61h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$2,872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
sáb. 12/137:39 amMEM - CPT
3 stops24h 31mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/108:50 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops33h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$2,942

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Memphis

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MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

mié. 2/18

6:56 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 14m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 2/28

8:50 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops29h 13m

$1,369

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

vie. 12/5

6:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 12/13

9:30 am-11:36 pm

2 stops46h 06m

$1,705

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

mié. 2/18

12:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 2/28

8:00 am-5:04 pm

2 stops41h 04m

$1,843

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

dom. 12/21

3:29 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops40h 41m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 1/11

6:45 pm-10:54 am

2 stops48h 09m

$2,199

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

sáb. 12/13

5:43 pm-6:45 am

2 stops29h 02m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 1/10

11:45 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$2,260

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

dom. 12/21

5:40 pm-6:45 am

2 stops29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 1/11

9:30 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop26h 37m

$2,443

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

lun. 12/22

2:48 pm-7:40 am

2 stops32h 52m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/5

9:30 am-2:45 pm

2 stops61h 15m

$2,686

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

lun. 12/22

3:29 pm-11:00 am

2 stops59h 31m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 1/3

9:30 am-2:48 pm

2 stops61h 18m

$2,872

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

sáb. 12/13

7:39 am-4:10 pm

3 stops24h 31m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 1/10

8:50 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops33h 08m

$2,942

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Deals found on 9/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Memphis to Cape Town

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

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Memphis to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Memphis 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
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 Memphis 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 Memphis to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Memphis to Cape Town in 23h 15m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8458 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Memphis to Cape Town is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,149 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $1,270 and $1,461 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Memphis 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 3 airlines flying from Memphis to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,149Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,270Average$1,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,461Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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