Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,071.

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

United Airlines, Delta and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Philadelphia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Philadelphia and Cape Town?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 20m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

Washington, D.C. (IAD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 34m.

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

SWISS and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Cape Town Intl

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

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

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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19h 16m1 stop

9:30 pm - 1:22 pm

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22h 52m1 stop

$1,073Delta

Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12

9:40 am - 7:15 pm

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6:57 pm - 7:15 pm

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9:30 pm - 11:44 pm

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33h 14m2 stops

$1,109Delta

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8:00 am - 7:15 pm

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28h 15m1 stop

11:45 pm - 11:13 pm

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30h 28m2 stops

$1,115Delta

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6:51 pm - 12:05 pm

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9:30 pm - 5:11 pm

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26h 41m1 stop

$1,132Virgin Atlantic

Tue, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 19

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8:50 pm - 10:14 am

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$1,152United Airlines

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8:00 pm - 5:22 pm

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$1,167United Airlines

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34h 32m2 stops

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11:15 pm - 10:37 pm

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$1,203Delta

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20h 15m1 stop

8:05 pm - 2:29 pm

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24h 24m1 stop

$1,225Multiple Airlines

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Lufthansa flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town

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Mar 31

PHL5:35 pmPhiladelphia

33h 55m

1 stop

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

Apr 7

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

PHL2:10 pmPhiladelphia

$1,277

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Mar 31

PHL5:35 pmPhiladelphia

33h 55m

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Apr 7

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

27h 33m

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PHL5:33 pmPhiladelphia

$1,282

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May 8

PHL5:35 pmPhiladelphia

33h 55m

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CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

May 14

CPT5:55 pmCape Town Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

PHL4:00 pmPhiladelphia

$1,307

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Jan 23

PHL7:45 pmPhiladelphia

37h 25m

1 stop

CPT4:10 pmCape Town Intl

Mar 22

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

43h 24m

2 stops

PHL10:14 amPhiladelphia

$1,152

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Feb 1

PHL10:10 amPhiladelphia

24h 50m

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CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl

Jun 16

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

27h 22m

2 stops

PHL5:22 pmPhiladelphia

$1,167

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Feb 1

PHL1:10 pmPhiladelphia

44h 00m

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34h 32m

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1 stop22h 52m

$1,073

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Thu 2/5

9:40 am-7:15 pm

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Fri 2/20

9:30 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops32h 43m

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Tue 2/3

6:57 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops41h 18m

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9:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops33h 14m

$1,109

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2 stops34h 32m

$1,179

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2:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/16

11:15 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops29h 22m

$1,203

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PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 3/19

5:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 15m

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Tue 3/31

8:05 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop24h 24m

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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 February, then departing from Philadelphia during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,214.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,317. 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 Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,628.

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 Philadelphia to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,188. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,943. 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 Philadelphia to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to Cape Town flight.

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The straight-line distance from Philadelphia to Cape Town Intl is 7834.8 mi. 18h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Philadelphia to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Philadelphia and Cape Town, the leading airline is Delta, making up 56% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 18%, United Airlines with 15%, and British Airways with 11%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,029	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,607 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,086	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,015 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,109 reviews	Search United Airlines 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 February, then departing from Philadelphia during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,214.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Philadelphia to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to Cape Town flight.

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

SWISS and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Philadelphia and Cape Town?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,071.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 20m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Philadelphia to Cape Town?

Washington, D.C. (IAD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 34m.

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