What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Delta, American Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from New Orleans according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 31% 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.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 4 as of December 2025.

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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12:55 pm - 7:15 pm

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CPT

22h 20m1 stop

9:30 pm - 4:20 pm

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MSY

26h 50m1 stop

$1,184Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

11:31 am - 7:15 pm

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23h 44m2 stops

9:30 pm - 10:08 am

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20h 38m1 stop

$1,197Delta

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

3:31 pm - 10:50 pm

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23h 19m2 stops

11:10 pm - 11:25 pm

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32h 15m2 stops

$1,301Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

9:50 pm - 11:00 am

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30h 10m1 stop

6:50 pm - 8:00 pm

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32h 10m1 stop

$1,381American Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 18

2:24 pm - 11:00 am

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37h 36m2 stops

6:50 pm - 8:00 pm

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MSY

32h 10m1 stop

$1,386American Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 18

2:24 pm - 11:00 am

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37h 36m2 stops

6:50 pm - 8:48 pm

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32h 58m2 stops

$1,396American Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 18

9:50 pm - 11:00 am

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30h 10m1 stop

6:50 pm - 8:00 pm

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MSY

32h 10m1 stop

$1,406American Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 18

9:50 pm - 11:00 am

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30h 10m1 stop

6:50 pm - 3:33 pm

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27h 43m2 stops

$1,416American Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 9

7:10 pm - 7:15 pm

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17h 05m1 stop

8:05 pm - 1:21 pm

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MSY

24h 16m1 stop

$1,442Delta

Thu, Mar 26 - Fri, Apr 3

2:29 pm - 11:00 am

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37h 31m2 stops

6:50 pm - 3:33 pm

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27h 43m2 stops

$1,446American Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10

United Airlines flights from New Orleans to Cape Town

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United Airlines

Mar 26

MSY5:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

27h 05m

2 stops

CPT3:05 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 3

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

30h 43m

1 stop

MSY7:43 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,447

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Mar 26

MSY5:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

27h 05m

2 stops

CPT3:05 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 3

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

30h 23m

2 stops

MSY7:23 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,477

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Jan 28

MSY10:35 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 25m

2 stops

CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 1

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

24h 19m

2 stops

MSY1:09 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,497

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American Airlines flights from New Orleans to Cape Town

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American Airlines

May 28

MSY9:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

30h 10m

1 stop

CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl

Jun 18

CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

MSY8:00 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,381

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American Airlines

May 28

MSY2:24 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 36m

2 stops

CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl

Jun 18

CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

MSY8:00 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,386

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May 28

MSY2:24 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 36m

2 stops

CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl

Jun 18

CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl

32h 58m

2 stops

MSY8:48 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$1,396

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MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/29

12:55 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

9:30 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$1,184

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/29

11:31 am-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

9:30 pm-10:08 am

1 stop20h 38m

$1,197

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/29

3:31 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops23h 19m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

11:10 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,301

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

9:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

6:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,381

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

2:24 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

6:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,386

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

2:24 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

6:50 pm-8:48 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$1,396

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/28

9:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/18

6:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$1,406

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/25

9:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

6:50 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops27h 43m

$1,416

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

7:10 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/3

8:05 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop24h 16m

$1,442

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

2:29 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

6:50 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops27h 43m

$1,446

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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 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a New Orleans to Cape Town flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 45m
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The fastest flight from New Orleans to Cape Town takes 21h 45m

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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 21h 45m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 4 as of December 2025.
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.
What is the most popular airline from New Orleans to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New Orleans and Cape Town, the leading airline is Delta, making up 35% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include British Airways with 28%, Qatar Airways with 18%, and United Airlines with 18%.

Best airlines flying from New Orleans to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,128	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,580 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,683 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,411	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,010 reviews	Search Delta flights

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