Cape Town

$776+ 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — CPT
May 26 — Jun 21
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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 April 26, 2026.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Mon 11/210:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/92:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,227
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops48h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 10/262:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops29h 51m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,275
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 10/1410:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/2811:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops48h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,276
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 9/25:42 pm
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops61h 18m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/222:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops39h 16m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,282
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Wed 10/1410:00 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/262:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops27h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,329
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/66:18 am
RDU
-
CPT
3 stops49h 17m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/172:25 pm
CPT
-
RDU
3 stops34h 54m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,393
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Wed 10/147:41 pm
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops39h 49m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/267:00 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops32h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,443
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Mon 11/211:52 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops39h 38m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/912:35 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops40h 27m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,453
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 8/116:30 am
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/46:55 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,454
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 10/147:41 pm
RDU
-
CPT
2 stops39h 49m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/286:55 pm
CPT
-
RDU
2 stops33h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,456

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 April 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,275
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$776
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,492
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Cape Town Intl flights.
From Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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

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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/6

2:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops64h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

2:25 pm-3:18 pm

3 stops30h 53m

$1,468
Quickest round-trip

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/14

11:47 am-5:10 pm

1 stop23h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/26

8:50 pm-4:18 pm

1 stop25h 28m

$1,685

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/10

6:18 am-1:35 pm

3 stops49h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

2:25 pm-1:23 pm

3 stops28h 58m

$1,763

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/14

7:58 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/23

8:05 pm-12:27 am

1 stop34h 22m

$1,786

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/15

4:01 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops23h 24m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/22

11:15 pm-8:34 pm

2 stops27h 19m

$1,802

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/10

1:17 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 08m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

11:15 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$1,802

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/14

5:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/23

11:15 pm-12:27 am

2 stops31h 12m

$1,803

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/10

6:18 am-1:35 pm

3 stops49h 17m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

2:25 pm-7:19 pm

3 stops34h 54m

$1,813

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/6

4:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops58h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/17

8:00 pm-9:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

$1,836

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/4

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/14

2:35 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops39h 09m

$1,856

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Deals found on 4/25

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 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 Raleigh-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >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 Ovago the most. Ovago 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town (average of $1,391). Flying from Raleigh to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,710). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Cape Town?

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 April 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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 Virgin Atlantic and KLM fly from Raleigh to Cape Town in about 23h 24m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 28m. 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 $1,015 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $1,191 and $1,391 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 35% 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 $1,391). Flying from Raleigh to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,710). 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 April 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,015Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,191Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,391Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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