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$717+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CPT
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 4/159:52 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops30h 18m
Kenya Airways
Tue 4/282:30 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops31h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/25$1,098
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 2/249:53 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops44h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/33:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops39h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,163
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Tue 10/276:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/31:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops31h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/25$1,192
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.
Wed 2/41:29 pm
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops21h 31m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops24h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,199
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:10 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops33h 00m
Kenya Airways
Wed 9/162:35 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops29h 48m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/26$1,203
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/910:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/162:35 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops29h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,204
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:21 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops49h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/272:35 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops34h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,216
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/83:09 pm
RDU
-
CPT
1 stop19h 51m
Lufthansa
Thu 2/198:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
1 stop28h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$1,221
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/156:59 pm
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops45h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/212:35 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops29h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,226
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Thu 10/86:45 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 10/261:50 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops30h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/25$1,232

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,098
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$717
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,391
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($107 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

9:52 am-10:10 pm

2 stops30h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/28

2:30 pm-3:36 pm

3 stops31h 06m

$1,098

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/24

9:53 am-1:00 pm

3 stops44h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

3:25 pm-11:52 pm

3 stops39h 27m

$1,163

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

3:09 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

8:50 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,199

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/4

1:29 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops21h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

8:50 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$1,199

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

9:59 pm-10:00 am

2 stops53h 01m

$767

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/13

9:05 am-5:25 pm

2 stops50h 20m

$852

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

10:30 am-10:30 am

2 stops41h 00m

$868

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

6:18 am-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 27m

$879

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/5

10:45 am-10:30 am

2 stops40h 45m

$881

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/13

6:25 pm-10:00 am

3 stops33h 35m

$888

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Cape Town

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town (average of $1,059). Flying from Raleigh to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,445). 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 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Raleigh to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,119 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
11,197 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Cape Town?

    Airlines like Kenya Airways and United Airlines fly from Raleigh to Cape Town in about 19h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 27m. The distance from Raleigh to Cape Town is about 7902 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh 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 Delta and United Airlines, starting at $1,191 and $1,318 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town (average of $1,059). Flying from Raleigh to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,445). 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 Raleigh to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,191Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,318Average$1,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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