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$488+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Jul 26 — Aug 21
Sun 7/26
Sun 8/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 26, 2026.

This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Tue 9/155:10 pm
BWI
-
CPT
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/225:25 pm
CPT
-
BWI
2 stops34h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$676
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Fri 12/1810:30 pm
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/37:35 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$749
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Fri 12/1810:30 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop27h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 1/37:35 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop29h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$831
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/1711:00 am
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 10/3110:00 pm
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$839
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/1711:00 am
LGA
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 10/317:35 pm
CPT
-
LGA
2 stops31h 56m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$844
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Mon 7/201:00 pm
LGA
-
CPT
1 stop22h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 8/28:05 pm
CPT
-
LGA
1 stop27h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$892
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Mon 7/207:05 am
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 8/28:05 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop27h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$892
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/232:00 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop42h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 9/68:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop37h 36m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$914
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Wed 8/192:00 pm
LAX
-
CPT
1 stop42h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 8/308:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop32h 12m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$925
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Wed 8/197:00 am
LAX
-
CPT
2 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/308:05 pm
CPT
-
LAX
1 stop32h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$961
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 9/256:35 pm
DFW
-
CPT
1 stop40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/106:10 pm
CPT
-
DFW
2 stops34h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$964
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Fri 12/48:10 am
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 12/1610:00 pm
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop28h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/24$974

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 June 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$676
(Virgin Atlantic)

One-way from

$488
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,718

Good round-trip deal

$1,831 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,150 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($204 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 June 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop42h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/30

8:05 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop32h 12m

$925

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/30

6:10 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$1,000

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 9/25

2:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

2:15 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops38h 11m

$1,000

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 7/20

10:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

2:15 pm-7:53 am

1 stop23h 38m

$1,319

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 9/20

9:45 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/23

3:10 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,347

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 11/3

9:10 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/8

5:20 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$1,377

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 11/3

9:10 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/9

5:20 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,391

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/21

7:03 am-10:15 am

2 stops45h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/29

1:15 pm-12:12 am

2 stops40h 57m

$1,392

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 8/17

9:30 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,425

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 8/10

9:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/26

4:35 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,494

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Cape Town (average of $1,361). Flying from USA to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,448). 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 June 26, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Cape Town as you normally would.

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

About 32% of weekly flights between United States and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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 32% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Cape Town?

The best time to book flights from USA to Cape Town is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Cape Town flights

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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John Walton

John Walton

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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 June 26, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,424 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,895 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,778 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,072 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 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?

    Virgin Atlantic, Ethiopian Air, and Qatar Airways can get you from USA to Cape Town in just under 33h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 57m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7820 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $470 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 Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $577 and $605, respectively.

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

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl, Newark - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Cape Town (average of $1,361). Flying from USA to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,448). 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 June 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$768Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$814Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$853Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$878Average$1,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$976Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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