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$1,088+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CPT
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$1,088
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,590
From Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl
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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 September 11, 2025.

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.
Tue 11/48:40 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop28h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:55 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop29h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,088
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:50 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop32h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/168:35 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,175
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.
Tue 11/46:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/181:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$1,185
This Kenya Airways 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:59 pmRDU - CPT
3 stops59h 36mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/182:25 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,195
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/211:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$1,222

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

8:40 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/18

8:50 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,088

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/18

5:35 pm-11:50 am

2 stops36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/4

5:15 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$1,437

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/18

8:37 pm-11:00 am

2 stops32h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/3

8:35 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,455

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/9

2:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

11:45 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$1,468

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/31

7:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

9:30 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$1,475

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/1

5:30 am-7:15 pm

2 stops30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

9:30 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$1,475

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/9

5:37 am-12:10 pm

2 stops23h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/16

6:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$1,492

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/26

2:35 pm-2:06 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,496

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/31

4:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/9

8:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,516

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/1

4:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/9

8:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop38h 55m

$1,516

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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.

When flying from Raleigh to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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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.
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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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 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 American Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and KLM fly from Raleigh to Cape Town in about 24h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 20m. 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 $919 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $1,318 and $1,348 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$919Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,318Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,348Average$1,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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