Cheap flights from New Orleans to Cape Town from $1,081

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6:58 pm - 11:50 amMSY-CPT
56h 52m2 stops
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5:15 pm - 9:32 amCPT-MSY
47h 17m2 stops
$1,206Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 15
Delta Logo
11:56 am - 7:15 pmMSY-CPT
23h 19m1 stop
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11:45 pm - 8:07 pmCPT-MSY
28h 22m2 stops
$1,243Delta
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Sun, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 10:20 amMSY-CPT
33h 31m2 stops
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10:10 pm - 11:13 pmCPT-MSY
33h 03m2 stops
$1,294American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13
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8:55 pm - 12:10 pmMSY-CPT
32h 15m1 stop
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6:55 pm - 6:55 pmCPT-MSY
31h 00m1 stop
$1,296British Airways
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Sat, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 25
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12:14 pm - 10:50 amMSY-CPT
39h 36m2 stops
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1:00 pm - 5:19 amCPT-MSY
47h 19m2 stops
$1,320Qatar Airways
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Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10
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8:55 pm - 12:10 pmMSY-CPT
32h 15m1 stop
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6:55 pm - 6:55 pmCPT-MSY
31h 00m1 stop
$1,321British Airways
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Sat, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 25
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12:14 pm - 10:50 amMSY-CPT
39h 36m2 stops
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1:00 pm - 5:19 amCPT-MSY
47h 19m2 stops
$1,341Qatar Airways
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American Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 8:05 amMSY-CPT
28h 10m1 stop
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8:35 pm - 10:52 pmCPT-MSY
33h 17m2 stops
$1,380American Airlines
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Sat, Mar 21 - Wed, Mar 25
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7:00 am - 4:10 pmMSY-CPT
25h 10m2 stops
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8:50 pm - 10:58 amCPT-MSY
21h 08m1 stop
$1,396United Airlines
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8:00 am - 4:10 pmMSY-CPT
24h 10m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 10:23 amCPT-MSY
21h 33m1 stop
$1,591United Airlines
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Kenya Airways
Apr 23
MSY7:40 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
59h 00m
3 stops
CPT1:40 pmCape Town Intl
May 10
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
35h 15m
3 stops
MSY6:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Kenya Airways
Apr 23
MSY7:40 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
59h 00m
3 stops
CPT1:40 pmCape Town Intl
May 10
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
35h 15m
3 stops
MSY6:45 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Kenya Airways
Dec 6
MSY7:56 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
57h 39m
3 stops
CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl
Dec 13
CPT2:20 pmCape Town Intl
36h 44m
2 stops
MSY7:04 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

Qatar Airways flights from New Orleans to Cape Town

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Qatar Airways
Apr 23
MSY12:14 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
39h 36m
2 stops
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl
May 10
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
47h 19m
2 stops
MSY5:19 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Qatar Airways
Apr 23
MSY12:14 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
39h 36m
2 stops
CPT10:50 amCape Town Intl
May 10
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
47h 19m
2 stops
MSY5:19 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Qatar Airways
Nov 9
MSY7:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
43h 30m
2 stops
CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl
Nov 11
CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl
43h 59m
2 stops
MSY12:34 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

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New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

6:58 pm-11:50 am

2 stops56h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/15

5:15 pm-9:32 am

2 stops47h 17m

$1,206

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/23

11:56 am-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 19m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/9

11:45 pm-8:07 pm

2 stops28h 22m

$1,243

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/6

4:49 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/13

10:10 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops33h 03m

$1,294

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

8:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,296

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

12:14 pm-10:50 am

2 stops39h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

1:00 pm-5:19 am

2 stops47h 19m

$1,320

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

8:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,321

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

12:14 pm-10:50 am

2 stops39h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

1:00 pm-5:19 am

2 stops47h 19m

$1,341

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

8:55 pm-8:05 am

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

8:35 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops33h 17m

$1,380

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

7:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/15

8:50 pm-10:58 am

1 stop21h 08m

$1,396

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 12/6

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/13

8:50 pm-10:23 am

1 stop21h 33m

$1,591

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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 January, then departing from New Orleans during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,411.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,246. 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 $1,676.

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 at noon. Flights from New Orleans to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,268. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,465. 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 New Orleans to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a New Orleans to Cape Town flight.

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  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The distance between New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Cape Town Intl is about 8317.2 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 25m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,128Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,500 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,268Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,661 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,327Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,007 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,411Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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