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$557+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Houston

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
janv. 17 — janv. 241
sam. 1/17
sam. 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Houston

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on décembre 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/188:50 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop22h 23mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/308:03 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops37h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,027
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/198:50 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/307:20 amIAH - CPT
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,028
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/268:50 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop26h 42mUnited Airlines
sam. 1/107:20 amIAH - CPT
1 stop24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,029
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/269:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop20h 31mDelta
sam. 1/105:45 amHOU - CPT
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,037
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/1811:35 amCPT - IAH
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/304:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,224
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
jeu. 12/189:30 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop28h 22mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/306:00 amHOU - CPT
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/262:35 pmCPT - IAH
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
sam. 1/103:30 pmIAH - CPT
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,869
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/192:35 pmCPT - IAH
3 stops38h 59mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/307:10 amIAH - CPT
2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$2,935
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2211:45 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop45h 45mKLM
dim. 12/284:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop29h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/15$3,958

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Houston (HO1). 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 décembre 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$939
(Netflights)

One-way from

$557
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,033
From Cape Town Intl to Houston
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Houston 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 décembre 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Houston that are best for you.

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Cape Town

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/19

9:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jeu. 2/5

4:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$937

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/19

8:50 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jeu. 2/5

8:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,024

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/19

9:30 pm-10:21 am

1 stop20h 51m

Houston Hobby

jeu. 2/5

11:09 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$1,037

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 2/19

9:30 pm-10:03 am

1 stop20h 33m

Houston Hobby

jeu. 3/12

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,037

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/19

9:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jeu. 2/5

7:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,037

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

jeu. 2/19

8:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jeu. 3/12

12:18 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop19h 47m

$1,040

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

ven. 1/30

9:30 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop33h 03m

Houston Hobby

ven. 2/6

11:09 am-9:45 am

2 stops38h 36m

$1,043

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

lun. 4/20

7:40 am-1:35 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 5/5

3:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,084

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

mar. 4/7

11:45 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop44h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jeu. 6/11

3:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,112

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

mer. 2/4

8:45 am-11:34 pm

2 stops46h 49m

$557

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Houston is 3 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.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of $729). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,080). 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 CPT to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated décembre 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Houston in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated décembre 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Cape Town to Houston 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Houston. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Houston?

    If you book a flight to Houston from Cape Town, you will be flying from 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. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Houston per day from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from Cape Town to Houston will take you 20h 51m. Cape Town and Houston are separated by a distance of 8605 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Houston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $968, United Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Houston and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. United Airlines is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of $729). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,080). 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 Cape Town to Houston

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cape Town to Houston. 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 décembre 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$968Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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