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$790+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CPT
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,098
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$790
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,282
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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 September 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/318:45 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop33h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/78:50 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop23h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,148
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/3110:15 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/76:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,153
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/139:46 amPHL - CPT
2 stops26h 04mDelta
Thu 10/2311:15 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops28h 17mDelta
Deal found 9/17$1,298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/18:45 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/810:10 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops28h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,308
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:15 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops27h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 11/87:00 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,440
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/107:58 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop37h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/228:40 amCPT - PHL
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,655
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 11/15:07 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops42h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/86:45 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops27h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,707
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:30 pmPHL - CPT
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 12/36:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop45h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/17$1,725
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 12/110:40 amPHL - CPT
2 stops42h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/35:15 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops35h 33mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,729
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 12/112:40 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops20h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/36:45 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,760

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Cape Town

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Price

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 10/31

8:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

8:50 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,148

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 11/4

7:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/15

10:10 pm-8:07 pm

2 stops28h 57m

$1,208

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 9/25

3:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

8:00 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 46m

$1,251

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 9/25

2:40 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

8:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,251

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/28

8:05 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops33h 14m

$1,255

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 10/31

10:15 pm-8:05 am

2 stops27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

8:50 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$1,258

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Mon 10/13

6:45 am-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/23

11:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,298

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sat 11/1

8:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/8

7:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,298

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Wed 10/15

1:58 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops50h 02m

$790

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Wed 10/15

5:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop33h 55m

$1,185

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Deals found on 9/14

Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town

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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 September 17, 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.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town can take about 18h 20m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,251. The distance between Philadelphia and Cape Town is about 7846 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Cape Town is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $909 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Delta, starting at $1,080 and $1,084 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 37% 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,080Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,084Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,088Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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