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$897+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CPT
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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 julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,370
(Delta)

One-way from

$897
(FlightHub)
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Cape Town Intl
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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 julio 31, 2025.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sáb. 8/94:31 pmRIC - CPT
1 stop19h 19mVirgin Atlantic
dom. 8/248:05 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop31h 28mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/31$1,356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sáb. 8/1610:04 amRIC - CPT
1 stop25h 46mDelta
vie. 8/298:05 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop26h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/31$1,370
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/511:24 amRIC - CPT
2 stops28h 01mKLM
dom. 9/711:15 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops31h 16mKLM
Deal found 7/31$1,460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
vie. 9/510:55 amRIC - CPT
2 stops24h 15mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/78:00 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop19h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,475
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
sáb. 9/1311:51 amRIC - CPT
2 stops40h 59mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/201:05 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$2,003
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/97:00 amRIC - CPT
3 stops48h 45mKenya Airways
dom. 8/242:30 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops38h 54mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/31$2,159

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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

sáb. 8/16

10:04 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 46m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/29

8:05 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,370

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 9/5

11:24 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 01m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/7

11:15 pm-12:31 am

2 stops31h 16m

$1,460

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

vie. 9/5

10:55 am-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/7

8:00 pm-9:36 am

1 stop19h 36m

$1,475

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 9/13

11:51 am-10:50 am

2 stops40h 59m

Cape Town Intl

sáb. 9/20

1:05 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops39h 50m

$2,003

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

sáb. 8/16

7:00 am-1:45 pm

3 stops48h 45m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 8/29

2:35 pm-4:24 pm

3 stops31h 49m

$3,533

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 1/21

6:12 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops58h 58m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/3

6:45 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops29h 04m

$5,336

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 9/3

12:06 pm-10:50 am

2 stops40h 44m

$897

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

mié. 9/3

8:30 am-8:20 pm

3 stops53h 50m

$1,060

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Deals found on 7/31

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 julio 31, 2025.

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

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 julio 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Qatar Airways 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 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.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($1,370), KLM ($1,460), and United Airlines ($1,475) 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Richmond 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 airline flying from Richmond to Cape Town

Discover the top airline 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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