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Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Cape Town (CPT) from $1,580

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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,553

Round-trip from

$1,248
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Cape Town Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town?

Monday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town?

August is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from Richmond, Virginia. Prices for August average $1,588 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,111. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a August flight can save you 48% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town (RIC - CPT)?

It’s optimal to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Richmond to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Richmond and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Tue 7/96:10 amRIC - CPT
2 stops46h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 7/181:00 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops37h 07mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,884
Thu 10/173:14 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops37h 36mQatar Airways
Sat 10/261:00 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops36h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$2,127

Richmond to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Richmond and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Sat 10/196:07 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops36h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/267:50 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,580
Sat 10/1910:35 amRIC - CPT
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/267:50 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,830
Tue 7/96:10 amRIC - CPT
2 stops46h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 7/181:00 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops37h 07mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,884
Thu 10/173:14 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops37h 36mQatar Airways
Sat 10/261:00 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops36h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$2,127
Tue 7/98:15 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops38h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/187:50 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop20h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$2,543
Sat 10/197:59 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops35h 46mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/263:20 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops51h 52mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$3,486
Sat 10/199:35 amRIC - CPT
3 stops46h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/263:20 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops56h 23mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/24$3,543
Sat 10/1910:35 amRIC - CPT
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/267:50 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$7,945
Tue 7/96:30 amRIC - CPT
2 stops52h 20mEmirates
Thu 7/186:20 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops45h 33mEmirates
Deal found 4/25$10,867

Find flights from Richmond to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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Richmond Byrd IntlCape Town Intl

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/9

2 stops46h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/18

2 stops37h 07m

$1,884

Richmond Byrd IntlCape Town Intl

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/17

2 stops37h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/26

2 stops36h 47m

$2,127

Richmond Byrd IntlCape Town Intl

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/9

2 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/18

1 stop20h 02m

$2,543

Richmond Byrd IntlCape Town Intl

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/9

2 stops52h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/18

3 stops45h 33m

$10,867

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Richmond to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Richmond to Cape Town is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $4,355. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town (average of $1,248). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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.

January

$1,248

February

$1,335

March

$1,381

April

$1,384

May

$1,404

June

$1,645

July

$1,718

August

$1,445

September

$1,412

October

$1,381

November

$1,341

December

$1,418

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

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, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,479 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,234 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
4,068 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town for under $1,900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town for under $1,900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,884, but on average you can expect to pay $4,355.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town round-trip?

    Qatar Airways, at $1,884, was found to be the cheapest airline from Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Emirates.

  • What does RIC to CPT mean?

    RIC and CPT are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. RIC to CPT refers to a flight route from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Richmond to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Richmond to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Richmond to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Richmond to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Richmond to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Richmond to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Richmond, Virginia to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/25.

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