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Cheap flights from New Orleans to Cape Town from $947

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Austrian Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:10 pm
MSY
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CPT
24h 10m1 stop
Austrian Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 3:03 pm
CPT
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MSY
26h 13m1 stop
$1,183Austrian Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2
Brussels Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 4:10 pm
MSY
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CPT
19h 30m1 stop
Brussels Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 6:08 pm
CPT
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MSY
29h 18m2 stops
$1,188Brussels Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
12:48 pm - 6:00 pm
MSY
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CPT
21h 12m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 3:27 pm
CPT
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MSY
26h 37m2 stops
$1,199United Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 7:15 pm
MSY
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CPT
26h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 4:09 pm
CPT
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MSY
40h 09m2 stops
$1,236Delta
Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7
Delta Logo
11:31 am - 7:15 pm
MSY
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CPT
23h 44m2 stops
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 6:57 pm
CPT
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MSY
42h 57m2 stops
$1,241Delta
Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:39 pm - 11:30 am
MSY
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CPT
57h 51m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 5:30 am
CPT
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MSY
47h 30m2 stops
$1,405Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:50 am
MSY
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CPT
45h 50m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 4:26 pm
CPT
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MSY
30h 51m2 stops
$1,442Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, May 10
Delta Logo
11:39 am - 7:15 pm
MSY
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CPT
24h 36m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 4:18 pm
CPT
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MSY
27h 13m1 stop
$1,444Delta
Thu, Mar 26 - Fri, Apr 3
Delta Logo
12:46 pm - 7:15 pm
MSY
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CPT
23h 29m2 stops
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 6:03 pm
CPT
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MSY
28h 58m1 stop
$1,449Delta
Thu, Mar 26 - Fri, Apr 3
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7:38 pm - 5:25 pm
MSY
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CPT
38h 47m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 2:08 pm
CPT
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MSY
31h 53m2 stops
$1,466Qatar Airways
Thu, Mar 26 - Fri, Apr 3

United Airlines flights from New Orleans to Cape Town

Our best United Airlines deals on New Orleans to Cape Town flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 18
MSY10:37 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
23h 23m
2 stops
CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 25
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
22h 06m
1 stop
MSY10:56 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$1,199
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United Airlines
Apr 23
MSY8:00 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
24h 20m
1 stop
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
May 10
CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl
21h 50m
1 stop
MSY10:50 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$1,494
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United Airlines
Apr 23
MSY12:44 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 36m
1 stop
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
May 10
CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl
24h 23m
2 stops
MSY1:23 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$1,499
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Qatar Airways flights from New Orleans to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New Orleans to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Mar 26
MSY7:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
38h 47m
2 stops
CPT5:25 pmCape Town Intl
Apr 3
CPT1:15 pmCape Town Intl
31h 53m
2 stops
MSY2:08 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$1,466
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Qatar Airways
Mar 26
MSY7:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
38h 47m
2 stops
CPT5:25 pmCape Town Intl
Apr 3
CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl
32h 56m
2 stops
MSY9:26 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$1,475
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Qatar Airways
Feb 14
MSY4:48 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
33h 42m
2 stops
CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl
Feb 17
CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl
33h 33m
2 stops
MSY2:08 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$1,710
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated January 5, 2026.
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New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

8:50 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop26h 13m

$1,183

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/26

12:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

8:50 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$1,188

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/18

12:48 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/25

8:50 pm-3:27 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$1,199

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

9:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/7

8:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops40h 09m

$1,236

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/24

11:31 am-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/7

8:00 am-6:57 pm

2 stops42h 57m

$1,241

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

6:39 pm-11:30 am

2 stops57h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

1:00 pm-5:30 am

2 stops47h 30m

$1,405

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 4/23

7:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

4:35 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$1,442

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

11:39 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 36m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/3

8:05 pm-4:18 pm

1 stop27h 13m

$1,444

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

12:46 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/3

8:05 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop28h 58m

$1,449

New OrleansCape Town

MSY - CPT

MSYCPT

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/26

7:38 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops38h 47m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/3

1:15 pm-2:08 pm

2 stops31h 53m

$1,466

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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.

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Fastest flight time

19h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New Orleans to Cape Town takes 19h 30m
There are no direct flights from New Orleans to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from New Orleans to Cape Town.
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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 30m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,139Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,646 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,268Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,698 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,327Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,138 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,411Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,017 reviews
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