Cape Town

$1,072+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — CPT
Apr 19 — Apr 261
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:01 am
STL
-
CPT
1 stop28h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/48:50 pm
CPT
-
STL
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$1,466
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:49 pm
STL
-
CPT
2 stops36h 46m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/41:50 pm
CPT
-
STL
3 stops33h 48m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/15$1,476
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 10/149:42 am
STL
-
CPT
2 stops48h 48m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/412:35 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops36h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/15$1,485
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 5/811:06 am
STL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 24m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/151:00 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops35h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/15$1,520
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:11 pm
STL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 19m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/81:00 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops35h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,541
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 5/16:11 pm
STL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 19m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/91:00 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops35h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,565
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Thu 4/305:20 am
STL
-
CPT
2 stops47h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/61:00 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19$1,570
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sun 5/37:12 am
STL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 18m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/101:00 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops40h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19$1,574
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 5/811:06 am
STL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 24m
Qatar Airways
Sun 5/171:00 pm
CPT
-
STL
2 stops37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/17$1,578
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Sat 4/2511:42 am
STL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 08m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 5/108:05 pm
CPT
-
STL
1 stop28h 51m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/16$1,615

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 March 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,520
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$1,072
(Thrive Travel)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,395
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Lambert-St Louis-Cape Town Intl flights.
From Lambert-St Louis to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/1

8:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

1:50 pm-12:47 pm

3 stops29h 57m

$1,643

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/26

6:50 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

11:15 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops52h 24m

$1,712

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/14

8:15 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/23

7:50 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$1,740

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/8

7:22 am-3:20 pm

2 stops24h 58m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

7:50 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$1,740
Quickest round-trip

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/23

4:41 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

8:05 pm-9:44 am

1 stop20h 39m

$1,765

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 6/13

6:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/23

7:50 pm-12:11 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$1,790

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/13

12:15 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/20

7:50 pm-10:56 am

1 stop22h 06m

$1,808

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/30

6:30 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/6

1:50 pm-12:47 pm

3 stops29h 57m

$1,827

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 7/3

2:18 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/11

11:15 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops28h 16m

$1,853
Cheapest one-way

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/14

6:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops52h 30m

$1,072

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Deals found on 3/18

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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 St. Louis to Cape Town in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 St. Louis-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-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 St. Louis-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 March 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from St. Louis to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Delta, and United Airlines fly from St. Louis to Cape Town in about 35h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 55m. There are 8566 mi between St. Louis and Cape Town. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Cape Town round-trip from $1,065. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,370, and United Airlines, from $1,395. Users have found that American Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from St. Louis to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,065Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,370Average$1,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,395Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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