Cape Town

$746+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CPT
Apr 10 — Apr 171
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/17:30 am
MSY
-
CPT
2 stops43h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/1012:35 pm
CPT
-
MSY
2 stops40h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/10$1,432
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:00 am
MSY
-
CPT
2 stops45h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/104:35 pm
CPT
-
MSY
2 stops49h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$1,455
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/237:55 pm
MSY
-
CPT
3 stops58h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/102:25 pm
CPT
-
MSY
3 stops34h 36m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/6$1,470
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/16:00 am
MSY
-
CPT
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/108:50 pm
CPT
-
MSY
1 stop21h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$1,471
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:00 am
MSY
-
CPT
2 stops44h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/46:55 pm
CPT
-
MSY
2 stops58h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/10$1,474
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:42 pm
MSY
-
CPT
2 stops57h 48m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/101:00 pm
CPT
-
MSY
2 stops47h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/10$1,491
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/222:45 pm
MSY
-
CPT
2 stops37h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/291:00 pm
CPT
-
MSY
2 stops37h 37m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8$1,492

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 March 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,455
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$746
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January
Provider with most accurate pricing for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New Orleans Louis Armstrong-Cape Town Intl flights.
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cape Town Intl
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

8:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

8:00 pm-10:46 am

1 stop21h 46m

$1,566

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

11:13 am-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

8:05 pm-11:44 am

1 stop22h 39m

$1,570

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/2

8:04 pm-10:15 am

2 stops31h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/6

7:30 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops30h 37m

$1,664

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/13

9:57 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/14

8:05 pm-11:59 am

1 stop22h 54m

$1,716

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

8:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/21

8:00 pm-10:24 am

1 stop21h 24m

$1,735
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

7:50 pm-9:11 am

1 stop20h 21m

$1,740

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/13

7:13 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops61h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/13

7:50 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops30h 48m

$1,756

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 6/6

2:35 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/21

11:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$1,767

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 6/18

9:57 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/23

11:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$1,782
Cheapest one-way

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 4/22

7:00 am-11:30 am

2 stops45h 30m

$793

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Cape Town in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 New Orleans-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-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 New Orleans-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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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 March 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and British Airways from New Orleans to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Cape Town?

    United Airlines, Delta, and Qatar Airways can get you from New Orleans to Cape Town in just under 23h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 34m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8338 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Orleans to Cape Town round-trip from $1,139. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 2 airlines flying from New Orleans to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,139Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,195Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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