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

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 10m.

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

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,211.

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

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 54m.

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

Washington, D.C. (IAD) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Raleigh according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 42% 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

There are 3 operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Raleigh-Durham 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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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,099 to $1,391. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,195.

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7:10 am - 1:35 pm

RDU

CPT

48h 25m3 stops

2:30 pm - 1:14 pm

CPT

RDU

28h 44m3 stops

$1,195Multiple Airlines

mié., mar. 18 - jue., abr. 23

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

RDU

CPT

25h 00m2 stops

8:50 pm - 12:27 pm

CPT

RDU

22h 37m2 stops

$1,197United Airlines

mar., feb. 10 - mar., feb. 17

3:40 pm - 5:50 am

RDU

CPT

31h 10m2 stops

9:30 pm - 3:44 pm

CPT

RDU

25h 14m1 stop

$1,235Delta

sáb., ene. 17 - lun., ene. 26

3:40 pm - 5:50 am

RDU

CPT

31h 10m2 stops

9:30 pm - 11:40 pm

CPT

RDU

33h 10m2 stops

$1,239Delta

sáb., ene. 17 - lun., ene. 26

6:18 am - 1:45 pm

RDU

CPT

24h 27m2 stops

1:50 pm - 2:03 pm

CPT

RDU

31h 13m3 stops

$1,278Ethiopian Air

mar., feb. 10 - mar., feb. 17

3:08 pm - 7:15 pm

RDU

CPT

21h 07m1 stop

9:30 pm - 11:07 am

CPT

RDU

20h 37m1 stop

$1,293Delta

sáb., ene. 17 - lun., ene. 26

6:00 am - 1:45 pm

RDU

CPT

25h 45m2 stops

2:35 pm - 2:05 pm

CPT

RDU

29h 30m3 stops

$1,322Ethiopian Air

jue., abr. 23 - vie., may. 1

6:25 am - 2:35 pm

RDU

CPT

25h 10m2 stops

2:35 pm - 2:06 pm

CPT

RDU

30h 31m3 stops

$1,323Ethiopian Air

sáb., ene. 17 - lun., ene. 26

2:51 pm - 1:35 pm

RDU

CPT

63h 44m3 stops

2:25 pm - 2:19 pm

CPT

RDU

30h 54m3 stops

$1,341Multiple Airlines

mar., feb. 10 - mar., feb. 17

6:25 am - 2:35 pm

RDU

CPT

25h 10m2 stops

2:35 pm - 2:06 pm

CPT

RDU

30h 31m3 stops

$1,359Ethiopian Air

sáb., ene. 17 - lun., ene. 26

Lufthansa flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

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Lufthansa

Mar 14

RDU5:15 pmRaleigh-Durham

35h 45m

1 stop

CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl

Mar 21

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

44h 14m

2 stops

RDU11:44 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,429

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Lufthansa

Mar 14

RDU3:15 pmRaleigh-Durham

34h 25m

2 stops

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

Mar 21

CPT6:45 pmCape Town Intl

28h 32m

2 stops

RDU5:17 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,431

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Apr 23

RDU3:40 pmRaleigh-Durham

35h 50m

1 stop

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

May 1

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

19h 31m

1 stop

RDU9:31 amRaleigh-Durham

$1,478

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American Airlines flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

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American Airlines

Mar 18

RDU9:50 pmRaleigh-Durham

32h 20m

1 stop

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 23

CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

RDU4:45 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,482

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American Airlines

Mar 20

RDU9:50 pmRaleigh-Durham

32h 20m

1 stop

CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 3

CPT6:50 pmCape Town Intl

28h 50m

2 stops

RDU5:40 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,493

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American Airlines

Jan 17

RDU8:45 pmRaleigh-Durham

30h 35m

1 stop

CPT10:20 amCape Town Intl

Jan 26

CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

29h 55m

1 stop

RDU5:50 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,557

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 3/18

7:10 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 25m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 4/23

2:30 pm-1:14 pm

3 stops28h 44m

$1,195

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 2/10

10:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/17

8:50 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops22h 37m

$1,197

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

3:40 pm-5:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/26

9:30 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop25h 14m

$1,235

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

3:40 pm-5:50 am

2 stops31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/26

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,239

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 2/10

6:18 am-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 27m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/17

1:50 pm-2:03 pm

3 stops31h 13m

$1,278

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

3:08 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 07m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/26

9:30 pm-11:07 am

1 stop20h 37m

$1,293

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 4/23

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 5/1

2:35 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops29h 30m

$1,322

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

6:25 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/26

2:35 pm-2:06 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,323

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 2/10

2:51 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops63h 44m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/17

2:25 pm-2:19 pm

3 stops30h 54m

$1,341

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/17

6:25 am-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 1/26

2:35 pm-2:06 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,359

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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 Raleigh during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,418.

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 $1,375. 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 Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,538.

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 Raleigh to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,263. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,527. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Raleigh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,512 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Raleigh for as low as $1,249 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Raleigh to Cape Town takes 20h 00m

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How far is Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl by plane?
There are 7882.1 mi between Raleigh-Durham and Cape Town Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Raleigh to Cape Town is Delta (42% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (41%) and American Airlines (17%).

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $919	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,072 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,019 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,318	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,113 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of January, then departing from Raleigh during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,418.

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

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Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

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

Washington, D.C. (IAD) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,211.

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

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 10m.

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

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 54m.

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