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$1,193+ 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CPT
nov. 26 — déc. 31
mer. 11/26
mer. 12/3
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 octobre 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,158
(KAYAK)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,420
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($246 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 octobre 27, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
mer. 11/126:39 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop17h 36mDelta
mer. 11/1911:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops28h 57mDelta
Deal found 10/26$1,193
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/126:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
mer. 11/192:35 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops30h 33mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/26$1,277
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
jeu. 10/306:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops25h 35mEthiopian Air
jeu. 12/41:50 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/25$1,313
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
dim. 11/96:10 amCMH - CPT
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
sam. 11/151:50 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/25$1,376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
dim. 11/94:49 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop19h 26mDelta
sam. 11/158:50 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops34h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/25$1,481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
mer. 11/124:05 pmCMH - CPT
1 stop18h 55mUnited Airlines
mer. 11/198:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,491
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
mer. 12/1011:52 amCMH - CPT
2 stops27h 03mDelta
mer. 12/177:55 amCPT - CMH
2 stops42h 22mDelta
Deal found 10/25$1,597
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/1112:33 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops26h 22mDelta
jeu. 12/189:30 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop27h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/27$1,671

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

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Columbus

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

mer. 11/12

6:39 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 36m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 11/19

11:45 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops28h 57m

$1,193

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

dim. 11/9

6:10 am-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Cape Town Intl

sam. 11/15

1:50 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops31h 18m

$1,376

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

jeu. 10/30

6:10 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 12/4

1:50 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops31h 18m

$1,412

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

sam. 1/3

6:15 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Cape Town Intl

ven. 1/16

9:30 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop24h 58m

$1,441

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

dim. 11/9

4:49 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 26m

Cape Town Intl

sam. 11/15

8:50 pm-12:05 am

2 stops34h 15m

$1,481

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

mer. 11/12

4:05 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mer. 11/19

8:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop20h 55m

$1,491

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

ven. 2/13

5:29 pm-10:20 am

2 stops57h 51m

$1,482

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

ven. 2/13

10:20 am-10:45 am

3 stops41h 25m

$2,544

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

ven. 2/13

4:37 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$7,093

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Deals found on 10/26

Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Cape Town in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Columbus Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Columbus Airport-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 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 $906). Flying from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,805). 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 octobre 27, 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 14% 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 octobre 27, 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
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,996 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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. 3 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 Delta and Ethiopian Air fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in about 17h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 59m. 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 Delta, starting at $923 and $1,457 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 44% 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 $906). Flying from Columbus Airport to Cape Town in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,805). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 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 octobre 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$906Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$923Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,457Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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