What airlines fly to Cape Town?

United Airlines, Delta and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Cape Town Intl?

Qatar Airways and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport?

As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:05 pm - 11:50 am

IAH

CPT

31h 45m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 7:10 pm

CPT

IAH

33h 35m

1 stop

$1,276Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Fri, May 8

9:05 pm - 11:50 am

IAH

CPT

31h 45m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 12:45 pm

CPT

IAH

27h 10m

1 stop

$1,283Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

5:45 pm - 9:45 am

IAH

CPT

32h 00m

2 stops

12:35 pm - 3:15 pm

CPT

IAH

34h 40m

1 stop

$1,342Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4

9:05 pm - 11:50 am

IAH

CPT

31h 45m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 7:10 pm

CPT

IAH

33h 35m

1 stop

$1,353Turkish Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

2:35 pm - 6:00 pm

IAH

CPT

19h 25m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 10:42 am

CPT

IAH

21h 52m

1 stop

$1,375United Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4

11:55 am - 6:00 pm

IAH

CPT

22h 05m

2 stops

8:50 pm - 1:40 pm

CPT

IAH

24h 50m

2 stops

$1,380United Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Mar 4

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

IAH

CPT

32h 45m

1 stop

6:05 am - 4:15 pm

CPT

IAH

41h 10m

2 stops

$1,412Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 26

10:46 am - 5:50 pm

HOU

CPT

24h 04m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 4:28 pm

CPT

HOU

27h 23m

1 stop

$1,606Delta

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

4:19 pm - 11:00 am

HOU

CPT

35h 41m

2 stops

6:50 pm - 7:51 pm

CPT

HOU

32h 01m

2 stops

$1,712American Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 21

10:46 am - 5:50 pm

HOU

CPT

24h 04m

1 stop

11:15 pm - 11:05 pm

CPT

HOU

30h 50m

2 stops

$1,783Delta

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

Delta flights from Houston to Cape Town

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Delta

Feb 3

IAH3:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 23

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

IAH11:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,412

Delta

Feb 3

HOU5:45 amHouston Hobby

32h 10m

2 stops

CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 23

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

20h 31m

1 stop

HOU10:01 amHouston Hobby

$1,417

Delta

Feb 3

IAH3:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

22h 25m

1 stop

CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 23

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

25h 46m

1 stop

IAH3:16 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,513

Ethiopian Air flights from Houston to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Jul 9

IAH7:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

36h 05m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Jul 12

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

30h 24m

3 stops

IAH1:14 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,710

Ethiopian Air

Mar 16

IAH5:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 35m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Mar 26

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

32h 41m

3 stops

IAH3:31 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,726

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HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/3

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

4:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,276

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/12

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

4:35 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$1,283

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

5:45 pm-9:45 am

2 stops32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

12:35 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,342

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/18

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

4:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,353

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

2:35 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

8:50 pm-10:42 am

1 stop21h 52m

$1,375

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

11:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/4

8:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$1,380

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/16

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/26

6:05 am-4:15 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,412

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/18

10:46 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 04m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

8:05 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$1,606

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sun 4/12

4:19 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

6:50 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,712

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/18

10:46 am-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 04m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

11:15 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,783

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of March, then departing from Houston during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,238.

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Fastest flight time	22h 25m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Cape Town takes 22h 25m

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How far is Houston to Cape Town Intl by plane?
Houston and Cape Town Intl are 8603.0 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 22h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of January 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $804	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,125 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $959	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,207 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,087	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,237	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,705 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,572	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,215 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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