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$1,182+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CPT
Mar 2 — Mar 91
Mon 3/2
Mon 3/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Richmond to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 31, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/1712:08 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops41h 42m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/245:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops35h 53m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/31$1,182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/42:46 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops20h 14m
United Airlines
Sun 2/88:50 pm
CPT
-
RIC
1 stop28h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 3/175:46 pm
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop17h 09m
United Airlines
Tue 3/248:50 pm
CPT
-
RIC
1 stop23h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$1,446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 3/166:30 am
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop26h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 3/239:30 am
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops41h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,453
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/1512:06 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops27h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/227:55 am
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops38h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,470
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/139:45 am
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop26h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 8/218:05 pm
CPT
-
RIC
1 stop28h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/31$1,497
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Thu 8/136:00 am
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops29h 50m
Delta
Fri 8/218:05 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops33h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/31$1,502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 9/188:14 pm
RIC
-
CPT
2 stops32h 46m
American Airlines
Wed 9/306:50 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops30h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,537
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 9/187:39 pm
RIC
-
CPT
1 stop40h 11m
Delta
Wed 9/3011:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
2 stops29h 52m
Delta
Deal found 1/29$1,543
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/168:40 am
RIC
-
CPT
3 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/235:15 pm
CPT
-
RIC
3 stops31h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,551

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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 January 31, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Cape Town that are best for you.

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RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/17

12:08 pm-11:50 am

2 stops41h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/24

5:15 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops35h 53m

$1,182

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/17

5:46 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop17h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/24

8:50 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop23h 08m

$1,446

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/16

6:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

9:30 am-9:15 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$1,453

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/15

12:06 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops27h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/22

7:55 am-4:38 pm

2 stops38h 43m

$1,470

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/16

8:40 am-6:45 am

3 stops40h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

5:15 pm-6:58 pm

3 stops31h 43m

$1,551

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/15

6:08 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/22

9:30 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop26h 49m

$1,645

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/16

7:24 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

9:30 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop27h 29m

$1,645

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/15

1:14 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops24h 01m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/22

9:30 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop22h 49m

$1,650

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/17

7:36 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops39h 54m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/24

2:25 pm-4:38 pm

3 stops32h 13m

$1,804

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/31

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Cape Town (average of $825). Flying from Richmond to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,288). 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 31, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Richmond to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,219 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,219 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,219 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,213 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,219 reviews

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond 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 Richmond to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Richmond to Cape Town can take about 17h 09m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,446. There are 7877 mi between Richmond and Cape Town. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($979), and American Airlines ($1,323) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Cape Town.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Cape Town (average of $825). Flying from Richmond to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,288). 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 31, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,323Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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