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$1,246+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CPT
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 11, 2025.

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$1,246
(Kenya Airways)

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July

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March

Average price

$1,397
From Columbus to Cape Town Intl
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2511:54 amCMH - CPT
3 stops67h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/111:25 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops43h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,246
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:03 amCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 07mKenya Airways
Tue 10/282:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:08 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 57mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/48:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,314
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/236:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/41:50 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$1,360
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/306:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/41:50 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$1,361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/1310:32 amCMH - CPT
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/248:00 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop24h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,367
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:03 amCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 07mKenya Airways
Tue 10/287:20 amCPT - CMH
2 stops40h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,370
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/137:03 amCMH - CPT
2 stops33h 07mKenya Airways
Thu 10/232:30 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops27h 18mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/142:13 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 12mDelta
Tue 10/289:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/9$1,410
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/167:59 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops27h 56mDelta
Mon 10/279:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/9$1,413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/2310:32 amCMH - CPT
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/48:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,421

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 10/30

4:59 pm-8:05 am

2 stops33h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

8:45 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops28h 21m

$1,365

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 10/13

10:32 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

7:50 pm-3:22 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$1,367

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 10/13

8:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/26

9:30 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop24h 03m

$1,367

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Sun 10/19

10:32 am-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 38m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

7:50 pm-5:02 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$1,367

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 10/13

10:32 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 48m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/24

8:00 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$1,367

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 10/14

2:13 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/24

8:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop20h 00m

$1,410

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 10/14

2:13 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/28

9:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,410

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 10/14

2:13 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/26

9:30 pm-11:13 am

1 stop19h 43m

$1,410

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 10/17

12:18 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/28

9:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,410

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Fri 10/17

12:18 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

9:30 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,410

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Cape Town

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking 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 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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 Columbus 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Columbus?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Cape Town. 4 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Cape Town?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in about 22h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 18m. The distance from Columbus Airport to Cape Town is about 8221 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Cape Town is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $906 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at $923 and $1,210 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Cape Town?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,210Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,457Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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