Cape Town

$461+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from USA to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/308:12 pmDFW - CPT
1 stop39h 03mDelta
Tue 1/138:50 pmCPT - DFW
2 stops32h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,310
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/186:30 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,391
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:10 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/276:45 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/2512:15 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Mon 1/128:50 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop27h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,427
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/3110:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/311:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/22$1,506
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/281:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/169:00 amCPT - JFK
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,527
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:30 pmLAX - CPT
1 stop28h 10mLufthansa
Sat 12/276:45 pmCPT - LAX
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/21$1,532
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2911:55 pmLAX - CPT
2 stops32h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/118:50 pmCPT - LAX
2 stops34h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,547
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop27h 55mSWISS
Sun 1/189:25 amCPT - JFK
1 stop34h 40mSWISS
Deal found 12/21$1,569
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/318:05 amJFK - CPT
1 stop21h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 3/316:50 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop32h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/22$1,577
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/303:45 pmDFW - CPT
1 stop34h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/136:55 pmCPT - DFW
1 stop27h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/318:35 pmEWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/318:00 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,598

Find flight deals from USA to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$885
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$461
(Gurufare)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,625

Good round-trip deal

$1,397 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,188 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Cape Town Intl flight deals.
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From USA to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from USA to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Cape Town Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Cape Town Intl.

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

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USA

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/8

10:35 am-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/24

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$944

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Tue 4/21

10:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/25

4:35 pm-7:10 am

1 stop44h 35m

$973

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Wed 1/28

10:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/5

5:15 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$994

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 5/20

10:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/28

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,038

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Wed 2/4

10:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

5:15 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,054

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Wed 2/4

10:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/11

2:00 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$1,059

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Mon 1/19

6:05 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

9:30 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$1,062

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Mon 1/19

7:15 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:50 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$1,062

MiamiCape Town

MIA - CPT

MIACPT

Miami

Sat 1/24

10:33 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 42m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

9:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,073

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Fri 3/13

1:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/27

5:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$1,074

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Cape Town

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Cape Town (average of $811). Flying from USA to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). 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 US to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 December 23, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from USA to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from the United States to Cape Town delayed?

About 34% of weekly flights between United States and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Cape Town flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 34% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Cape Town flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Cape Town trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats with Saks Fifth Avenue bedding and large screens.


Premium Plus offers extra legroom and upgraded meals with two checked bags included.

Delta

Delta One features 180-degree flat-bed seats with duvets and lumbar pillows on long-haul routes.


SkyMiles members get free Wi-Fi on most long-haul routes, enhancing in-flight connectivity.

American Airlines

Flagship First offers 21.8” wide seats with a 15.4” HD touchscreen and full bed conversion.


Premium Economy offers 18.5” seats with 8” recline, 38” pitch, and chef-designed meals.

Turkish Airlines

Business Class offers direct aisle access and fully reclining seats with Ferragamo amenities.


Economy passengers receive a travel set with sleep mask and toiletries on long-haul flights.

British Airways

Club Suite offers solo pods with a door for privacy on select aircraft.


World Traveller Plus offers extra legroom and upgraded service in a dedicated cabin.

Ethiopian Air

Business Class on A350s offers lie-flat beds with 22-inch width and Denon headphones.


Economy Class offers 32-inch pitch and 17-inch width with personal entertainment monitors.

Airports
CPT

For a quick exit, use Uber or Bolt from CPT to Cape Town; they're convenient and inexpensive.

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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 December 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from the United States to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from United States?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from United States, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Cape Town?

    Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Kenya Airways can get you from USA to Cape Town in just under 22h. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h. Airlines will cover a distance of 8128 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Cape Town one-way?

    $488 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $488 and $562, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Cape Town?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Cape Town?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Cape Town (average of $811). Flying from USA to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). 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 10 airlines flying from USA to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$768Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$945Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
United AirlinesCheapest$976Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,009Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,013Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,084Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,241Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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