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$550+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — CPT
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 3/179:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop30h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/27$998
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.
Tue 2/311:00 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 2/108:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,007
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/27:05 am
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops28h 10m
Delta
Tue 2/109:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops30h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,008
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 3/410:10 am
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops25h 05m
Delta
Tue 3/179:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop30h 15m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,011
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.
Mon 2/29:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 2/178:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,056
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.
Thu 2/59:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 2/188:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop32h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,058
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/27:15 am
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops28h 00m
Delta
Tue 2/179:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops30h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,061
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.
Mon 2/29:40 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 2/89:30 am
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops44h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,065
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 2/42:10 pm
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop21h 05m
Delta
Sun 2/89:30 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop31h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$1,216
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 2/411:00 am
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,218

Find flight deals from Mexico City to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$998
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$550
(Virgin Atlantic)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,071
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($240 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/4

8:40 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

9:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$998

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/4

10:10 am-7:15 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

9:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,011

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 5/24

8:45 am-9:30 am

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

8:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,223

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/31

6:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops43h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/2

8:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops44h 35m

$1,278

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/19

5:15 pm-9:30 am

2 stops56h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/5

8:00 pm-10:45 am

2 stops46h 45m

$1,379

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 5/24

8:45 am-9:30 am

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/30

5:55 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,385

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/18

10:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/18

5:55 pm-8:35 am

2 stops46h 40m

$1,422

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 3/9

10:05 am-7:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$556

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/11

10:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$556

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 3/6

1:50 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$556

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico 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 Mexico City-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mexico City-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico 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 Mexico City-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Mexico City to Cape Town is 14 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town (average of $535). Flying from Mexico City to Cape Town in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,653). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Mexico City to Cape Town?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico 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 Mexico City to Cape Town?

    Departing from Mexico City to Cape Town will take you 25h 05m. Mexico City and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 8514 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Mexico 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 Mexico City to Cape Town.

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town (average of $535). Flying from Mexico City to Cape Town in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,653). 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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