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

Emirates and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Columbus Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:31 am - 4:10 pm

CMH

CPT

22h 39m1 stop

8:50 pm - 10:54 am

CPT

CMH

21h 04m1 stop

$1,193United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

6:01 pm - 1:35 pm

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CPT

60h 34m3 stops

2:25 pm - 5:21 pm

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CMH

33h 56m3 stops

$1,195Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

2:58 pm - 4:10 pm

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CPT

18h 12m1 stop

8:50 pm - 4:51 pm

CPT

CMH

27h 01m2 stops

$1,197United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

7:00 am - 10:10 pm

CMH

CPT

33h 10m2 stops

2:30 pm - 5:44 pm

CPT

CMH

33h 14m3 stops

$1,254Kenya Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 3

7:00 am - 10:10 pm

CMH

CPT

33h 10m2 stops

2:30 pm - 5:44 pm

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CMH

33h 14m3 stops

$1,255Kenya Airways

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

7:00 am - 1:45 pm

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CPT

48h 45m3 stops

2:30 pm - 5:44 pm

CPT

CMH

33h 14m3 stops

$1,281Kenya Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 3

6:00 am - 4:10 pm

CMH

CPT

27h 10m1 stop

8:50 pm - 11:03 am

CPT

CMH

21h 13m1 stop

$1,293United Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Mar 2

10:31 am - 4:10 pm

CMH

CPT

22h 39m1 stop

8:50 pm - 3:16 pm

CPT

CMH

25h 26m2 stops

$1,297United Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Mar 2

7:08 am - 1:35 pm

CMH

CPT

47h 27m3 stops

2:25 pm - 5:21 pm

CPT

CMH

33h 56m3 stops

$1,342Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15

6:10 am - 2:35 pm

CMH

CPT

26h 25m2 stops

2:35 pm - 2:05 pm

CPT

CMH

29h 30m3 stops

$1,413Ethiopian Air

Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 29

Ethiopian Air flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Apr 13

CMH6:10 amColumbus

26h 25m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 29

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

29h 30m

3 stops

CMH2:05 pmColumbus

$1,413

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 9

CMH6:00 amColumbus

25h 35m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Mar 2

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

30h 22m

3 stops

CMH1:57 pmColumbus

$1,477

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 11

CMH6:00 amColumbus

25h 35m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 15

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

31h 27m

3 stops

CMH2:17 pmColumbus

$1,485

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Delta

Apr 13

CMH3:00 pmColumbus

20h 50m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 29

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

40h 29m

2 stops

CMH6:09 pmColumbus

$1,533

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Delta

Jan 3

CMH9:00 amColumbus

27h 15m

1 stop

CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl

Jan 16

CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl

31h 16m

2 stops

CMH12:01 amColumbus

$1,684

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Delta

Jan 3

CMH9:00 amColumbus

27h 15m

1 stop

CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl

Jan 16

CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl

31h 16m

2 stops

CMH12:01 amColumbus

$1,685

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Thu 2/5

10:31 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

8:50 pm-10:54 am

1 stop21h 04m

$1,193

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

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Columbus

Thu 2/5

6:01 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops60h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

2:25 pm-5:21 pm

3 stops33h 56m

$1,195

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 2/5

2:58 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

8:50 pm-4:51 pm

2 stops27h 01m

$1,197

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

2:30 pm-5:44 pm

3 stops33h 14m

$1,254

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 4/22

7:00 am-10:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/26

2:30 pm-5:44 pm

3 stops33h 14m

$1,255

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-1:45 pm

3 stops48h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/3

2:30 pm-5:44 pm

3 stops33h 14m

$1,281

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 2/9

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-11:03 am

1 stop21h 13m

$1,293

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 2/9

10:31 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

8:50 pm-3:16 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$1,297

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 2/11

7:08 am-1:35 pm

3 stops47h 27m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/15

2:25 pm-5:21 pm

3 stops33h 56m

$1,342

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 4/13

6:10 am-2:35 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/29

2:35 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops29h 30m

$1,413

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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 Columbus Airport during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,365.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,342. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,937.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the evening. Flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,336. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,569. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Can stopping save me money on Columbus Airport to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Columbus Airport to Cape Town flight.

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The fastest flight from Columbus Airport to Cape Town takes 17h 32m

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The straight-line distance from Columbus to Cape Town Intl is 8211.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 17h 32m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 3 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Columbus Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Columbus Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Columbus Airport to Cape Town is United Airlines (52% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (25%) and Delta (23%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $906	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,114 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $923	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,056 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,457	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,011 reviews	Search Delta flights

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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 Columbus Airport during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,365.

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Can stopping save me money on Columbus Airport to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Columbus Airport to Cape Town flight.

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

Emirates and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Cape Town Intl

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