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

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

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 38% 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.

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

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As of February 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 - 12:45 pm

CPT

IAH

27h 10m

1 stop

$1,320Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Thu, May 7

2:30 pm - 11:50 am

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CPT

38h 20m

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4:35 pm - 7:10 pm

CPT

IAH

33h 35m

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$1,350Turkish Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 10

9:05 pm - 11:50 am

IAH

CPT

31h 45m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 12:45 pm

CPT

IAH

27h 10m

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$1,361Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 2 - Thu, Apr 16

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

IAH

CPT

32h 45m

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6:25 pm - 4:05 pm

CPT

IAH

52h 40m

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$1,365Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30

6:45 pm - 10:30 am

IAH

CPT

32h 45m

1 stop

7:00 am - 3:55 pm

CPT

IAH

39h 55m

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$1,367Qatar Airways

Sun, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 1

11:50 am - 2:35 pm

IAH

CPT

43h 45m

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1:50 pm - 9:36 pm

CPT

IAH

38h 46m

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$1,375Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21

5:22 pm - 7:15 pm

HOU

CPT

18h 53m

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9:30 pm - 1:28 pm

CPT

HOU

22h 58m

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$1,679Delta

Sat, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 22

8:21 pm - 11:00 am

HOU

CPT

31h 39m

2 stops

6:50 pm - 7:51 pm

CPT

HOU

32h 01m

2 stops

$1,726American Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

8:21 pm - 11:00 am

HOU

CPT

31h 39m

2 stops

6:50 pm - 7:51 pm

CPT

HOU

32h 01m

2 stops

$1,727American Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 26

5:22 pm - 7:15 pm

HOU

CPT

18h 53m

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11:15 pm - 10:42 pm

CPT

HOU

30h 27m

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$1,801Delta

Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30

Qatar Airways flights from Houston to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways

Mar 2

IAH5:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl

Mar 17

CPT9:00 amCape Town Intl

38h 15m

2 stops

IAH4:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,348

Qatar Airways

Mar 2

IAH5:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

32h 45m

1 stop

CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl

Mar 17

CPT7:00 pmCape Town Intl

28h 15m

1 stop

IAH4:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,354

Qatar Airways

Mar 2

IAH5:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

32h 00m

2 stops

CPT9:45 amCape Town Intl

Mar 17

CPT7:00 pmCape Town Intl

28h 15m

1 stop

IAH4:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,359

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Virgin Atlantic

Mar 2

HOU1:06 pmHouston Hobby

22h 09m

1 stop

CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl

Mar 17

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

32h 12m

1 stop

HOU10:42 pmHouston Hobby

$1,783

Virgin Atlantic

Mar 19

HOU5:22 pmHouston Hobby

18h 53m

1 stop

CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl

Mar 26

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

32h 12m

1 stop

HOU10:42 pmHouston Hobby

$1,803

Virgin Atlantic

Apr 13

HOU1:31 pmHouston Hobby

21h 19m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 20

CPT8:25 pmCape Town Intl

27h 03m

2 stops

HOU4:28 pmHouston Hobby

$1,994

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9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

4:35 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$1,320

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/24

2:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

4:35 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,350

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/2

9:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/16

4:35 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 10m

$1,361

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/23

6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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6:25 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops52h 40m

$1,365

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IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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6:45 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/1

7:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops39h 55m

$1,367

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/15

11:50 am-2:35 pm

2 stops43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

1:50 pm-9:36 pm

3 stops38h 46m

$1,375

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/14

5:22 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/22

9:30 pm-1:28 pm

1 stop22h 58m

$1,679

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/18

8:21 pm-11:00 am

2 stops31h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

6:50 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,726

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/18

8:21 pm-11:00 am

2 stops31h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

6:50 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops32h 01m

$1,727

HoustonCape Town

HOU - CPT

HOUCPT

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/23

5:22 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 53m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/30

11:15 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops30h 27m

$1,801

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If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of March, then departing from Houston during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,469.

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Houston and Cape Town Intl are 8603.0 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 08m.
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As of February 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 8,244 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,745 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,436	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,772 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,474	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,366 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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