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$1,237+ 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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CPT
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 11, 2025.

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$1,237
(American Airlines)
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 September 11, 2025.

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.
Sun 10/268:18 pmRIC - CPT
2 stops33h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/26:55 pmCPT - RIC
2 stops30h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,237
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/252:30 pmRIC - CPT
1 stop22h 45mDelta
Sat 11/18:00 amCPT - RIC
2 stops39h 14mDelta
Deal found 9/10$1,413
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2612:26 pmRIC - CPT
1 stop24h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/29:30 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop28h 07mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/11$1,471
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:00 amRIC - CPT
2 stops42h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 11/22:25 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops28h 06mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/11$1,627
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/265:45 amRIC - CPT
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/25:15 pmCPT - RIC
3 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$2,175
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2510:40 amRIC - CPT
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/18:50 pmCPT - RIC
1 stop20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$3,216

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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

Sun 10/26

8:18 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

6:55 pm-6:42 pm

2 stops30h 47m

$1,237

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/26

3:22 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

11:45 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops30h 26m

$1,413

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/25

2:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/1

8:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops39h 14m

$1,413

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/26

12:26 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

9:30 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop28h 07m

$1,471

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-6:00 am

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

2:25 pm-11:31 am

3 stops28h 06m

$1,627

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 10/26

5:45 am-10:05 pm

3 stops34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/2

5:15 pm-9:59 pm

3 stops35h 44m

$2,175

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/25

10:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/1

8:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 05m

$3,216

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Deals found on 9/11

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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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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United 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
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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 21h 53m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,413. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,430), 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,430Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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