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$1,479+ Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CPT
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minneapolis to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/308:52 amMSP - CPT
2 stops41h 38mQatar Airways
Tue 1/1312:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops34h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,191
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:31 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops36h 59mQatar Airways
Thu 1/1512:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,300
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:04 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops56h 26mQatar Airways
Thu 1/1512:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,319
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:04 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops56h 26mQatar Airways
Tue 1/1312:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops39h 29mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,336
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/301:31 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops36h 59mQatar Airways
Mon 1/127:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops34h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,347
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:52 amMSP - CPT
2 stops41h 38mQatar Airways
Wed 1/146:55 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops59h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,368
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:04 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops56h 26mQatar Airways
Wed 1/146:55 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops59h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,386
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/255:46 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops35h 14mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/273:25 pmCPT - MSP
3 stops63h 19mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$2,470
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:04 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops56h 26mQatar Airways
Mon 1/127:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops34h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,479
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/306:45 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops35h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/131:50 pmCPT - MSP
3 stops32h 39mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/22$2,525
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops44h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2712:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops43h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,542
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:31 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops36h 59mQatar Airways
Sun 1/116:55 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops36h 41mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/22$2,561

Find flight deals from Minneapolis to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,260
(KAYAK)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,098
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town that are best for you.

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MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/7

3:25 pm-10:50 am

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

8:50 pm-10:36 am

1 stop21h 46m

$1,479

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/7

3:25 pm-10:50 am

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

8:50 pm-10:36 am

1 stop21h 46m

$1,479

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

10:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

9:30 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$1,512

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

4:33 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

9:30 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop25h 58m

$1,512

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/7

12:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

8:50 pm-10:36 am

1 stop21h 46m

$1,523

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/7

1:12 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 03m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

9:30 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop25h 58m

$1,523

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/6

3:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/18

11:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,537

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/21

3:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

11:45 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops29h 12m

$1,547

MinneapolisCape Town

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 3/22

5:07 pm-8:05 am

2 stops31h 58m

$14,293

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Deals found on 12/21

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Minneapolis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 6 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town (average of $1,226). Flying from Minneapolis to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,877). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minneapolis 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 December 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

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 December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town, such as Delta, KLM, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
8,015 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,434 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
9,109 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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
4,112 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Cape Town?

    Departing from Minneapolis to Cape Town will take you 18h 42m. Minneapolis and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 8823 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 Minneapolis to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $1,226. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $1,521 and $1,577, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town (average of $1,226). Flying from Minneapolis to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,877). 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 4 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Minneapolis 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,226Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,521Average$1,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,577Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,792Average$2,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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