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$1,371+ 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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — CPT
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,296
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,815
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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 October 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/193:44 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops32h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/98:50 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops34h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,496
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/232:48 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops43h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/98:50 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/109:00 amMEM - CPT
2 stops38h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/178:50 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops25h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,789
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:20 amMEM - CPT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/278:50 pmCPT - MEM
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,876
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 12/126:05 amMEM - CPT
2 stops31h 50mDelta
Fri 12/199:30 pmCPT - MEM
1 stop27h 53mDelta
Deal found 10/27$2,158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/233:29 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops64h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/109:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops57h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$2,303
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1210:35 amMEM - CPT
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Fri 12/199:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops44h 28mLufthansa
Deal found 10/27$2,509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 12/236:10 amMEM - CPT
2 stops31h 45mDelta
Fri 1/99:30 pmCPT - MEM
1 stop26h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/27$2,513
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/263:01 pmMEM - CPT
2 stops42h 24mQatar Airways
Thu 1/112:35 pmCPT - MEM
2 stops37h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/27$2,575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/229:00 amMEM - CPT
2 stops42h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/99:30 amCPT - MEM
2 stops61h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$2,585

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Memphis 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 October 28, 2025.
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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Cape Town

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Price

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Sat 3/21

4:08 pm-8:05 am

2 stops32h 57m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

8:35 pm-9:06 pm

2 stops31h 31m

$1,371

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Fri 12/19

3:44 pm-8:05 am

2 stops32h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/6

6:55 pm-8:32 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$1,496

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Fri 12/19

5:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/9

6:55 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops30h 13m

$1,496

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Tue 12/23

2:48 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops43h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/9

8:50 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,570

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Wed 12/10

9:00 am-7:40 am

2 stops38h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/17

8:50 pm-2:48 pm

2 stops25h 58m

$1,789

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Fri 3/20

10:25 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/24

9:30 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop22h 17m

$1,963

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Fri 12/12

6:05 am-9:55 pm

2 stops31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/19

9:30 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop27h 53m

$2,158

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Fri 12/12

10:35 am-7:40 am

2 stops37h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/19

9:30 am-9:58 pm

2 stops44h 28m

$2,509

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Tue 12/23

6:10 am-9:55 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/9

9:30 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop26h 46m

$2,513

MemphisCape Town

MEM - CPT

MEMCPT

Memphis

Sat 3/21

5:10 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

11:45 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$2,513

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Deals found on 10/25

Compare providers for flights from Memphis 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 Memphis to Cape Town in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 Memphis-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Memphis-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Memphis-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Memphis-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Memphis-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 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 October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Memphis to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% 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 October 28, 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
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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 32h 57m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8458 mi.

  • 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.

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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 October 28, 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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