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$786+ 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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CPT
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Cape Town

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 January 28, 2026.

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.
Thu 2/510:30 am
PHL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 40m
United Airlines
Fri 2/208:50 pm
CPT
-
PHL
1 stop29h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,075
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.
Fri 2/67:45 pm
PHL
-
CPT
1 stop37h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 2/198:50 pm
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops31h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,085
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 2/2310:35 am
PHL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 3/28:50 pm
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops24h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,169
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/232:31 pm
PHL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 44m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 3/29:30 pm
CPT
-
PHL
1 stop26h 41m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/26$1,255
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.
Sat 8/15:21 pm
PHL
-
CPT
1 stop18h 29m
Delta
Tue 8/188:05 pm
CPT
-
PHL
1 stop19h 33m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$1,256
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.
Thu 3/129:55 am
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 10m
United Airlines
Thu 3/198:50 pm
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops26h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,259
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.
Thu 4/3010:00 am
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 5/77:50 pm
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops24h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,260
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.
Fri 11/136:35 pm
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops38h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 11/228:50 pm
CPT
-
PHL
1 stop28h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,261

Find 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 January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,169
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$786
(KAYAK)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,257
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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 January 28, 2026.
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

Tue 2/24

12:55 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

8:50 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,169

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Mon 2/23

10:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,169

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sat 3/7

8:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/24

9:30 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop29h 22m

$1,255

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 4/30

10:31 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:05 pm-1:26 pm

1 stop23h 21m

$1,256

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 4/30

10:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops24h 26m

$1,260

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 5/1

9:25 am-9:25 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:05 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop24h 57m

$1,297

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 5/8

11:32 am-8:55 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

5:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,299

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

2:29 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/28

11:15 pm-9:20 am

2 stops40h 05m

$1,303

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Fri 5/1

5:35 pm-9:30 am

1 stop33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:00 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop28h 58m

$1,307

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 3/26

8:00 am-3:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$789

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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 Philadelphia to Cape Town in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Philadelphia-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town (average of $768). Flying from Philadelphia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,394). 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.

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 January 28, 2026.
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
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,124 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,212 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,201 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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 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 22h 05m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,169. 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 $911 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Delta, starting at $1,029 and $1,086 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 35% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town (average of $768). Flying from Philadelphia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,394). 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$911Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,029Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,086Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,171Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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