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$783+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cape Town (CPT)

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PHL — CPT
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 June 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,089
(Delta)

One-way from

$783
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,808
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/218:00 amPHL - CPT
1 stop27h 50mDelta
Sun 8/318:05 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop34h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/22$1,089
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/2210:10 amPHL - CPT
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/288:00 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops51h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/23$1,100
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:27 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops21h 58mKLM
Mon 9/2211:00 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops28h 16mKLM
Deal found 6/23$1,128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 8/1610:15 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/236:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop27h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/23$1,189
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:30 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 9/156:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/21$1,256
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/98:30 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops36h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 9/221:00 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/21$1,275
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/95:35 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop34h 25mLufthansa
Mon 1/196:40 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/21$1,316
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:10 amPHL - CPT
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/216:40 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/21$1,409
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:00 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops50h 05mSWISS
Wed 1/219:25 amCPT - PHL
2 stops43h 07mSWISS
Deal found 6/21$1,480

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 June 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 8/21

8:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/31

8:05 pm-12:56 am

1 stop34h 51m

$1,089

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Mon 9/22

10:10 am-3:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

8:00 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops51h 35m

$1,100

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 9/9

5:27 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops21h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

11:00 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$1,128

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sat 8/16

10:15 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/23

6:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,189

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 9/9

6:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/15

6:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,256

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 9/9

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/22

1:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 00m

$1,275

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 12/9

5:35 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/19

6:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$1,316

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 12/12

6:10 am-11:00 am

2 stops45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/21

6:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$1,409

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sat 12/13

1:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops50h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/21

9:25 am-9:32 pm

2 stops43h 07m

$1,480

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Wed 10/29

10:34 am-1:45 pm

3 stops45h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/5

2:35 pm-9:46 am

3 stops50h 11m

$2,562

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 June 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 June 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and SWISS from Philadelphia to Cape Town have to say. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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
7,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,365 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,645 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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
8,831 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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 Philadelphia to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Cape Town is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,089 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and KLM, starting at $1,100 and $1,128 round-trip. Delta is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Philadelphia 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 4 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 June 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$911Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$990Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,080Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,171Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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