What airlines fly to Cape Town?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Richmond according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

As of November 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Richmond Byrd Intl 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 Richmond Byrd Intl 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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8:04 am - 7:15 pmRIC-CPT

28h 11m1 stop

9:30 pm - 11:22 amCPT-RIC

20h 52m1 stop

$1,152Delta

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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 23

12:32 pm - 7:15 pmRIC-CPT

23h 43m2 stops

9:30 pm - 11:07 pmCPT-RIC

32h 37m2 stops

$1,156Delta

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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 23

6:00 am - 6:00 amRIC-CPT

41h 00m2 stops

2:25 pm - 11:34 amCPT-RIC

28h 09m3 stops

$1,345Kenya Airways

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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 23

10:50 am - 4:10 pmRIC-CPT

23h 20m1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:06 amCPT-RIC

20h 16m1 stop

$1,792United Airlines

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Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26

10:20 am - 4:10 pmRIC-CPT

23h 50m2 stops

7:50 pm - 1:50 pmCPT-RIC

24h 00m2 stops

$1,796United Airlines

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Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26

4:26 pm - 9:55 pmRIC-CPT

22h 29m2 stops

9:30 pm - 8:29 pmCPT-RIC

29h 59m1 stop

$2,571Delta

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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 25

5:57 pm - 7:15 pmRIC-CPT

18h 18m1 stop

9:30 pm - 6:36 pmCPT-RIC

28h 06m1 stop

$3,837Virgin Atlantic

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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 25

6:00 am - 1:00 pmRIC-CPT

48h 00m2 stops

2:25 pm - 12:17 pmCPT-RIC

28h 52m3 stops

$4,253Kenya Airways

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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 25

2:47 pm - 8:05 amRIC-CPT

34h 18m2 stops

8:50 pm - 6:36 pmCPT-RIC

28h 46m2 stops

$6,687British Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3

2:47 pm - 8:05 amRIC-CPT

34h 18m2 stops

8:50 pm - 8:19 pmCPT-RIC

30h 29m2 stops

$6,933British Airways

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Delta flights from Richmond to Cape Town

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Delta

Nov 16

RIC8:04 amRichmond Byrd Intl

28h 11m

1 stop

CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

20h 52m

1 stop

RIC11:22 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$1,152

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Delta

Nov 16

RIC12:32 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

23h 43m

2 stops

CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

32h 37m

2 stops

RIC11:07 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$1,156

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Delta

Dec 18

RIC4:26 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

22h 29m

2 stops

CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 25

CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl

29h 59m

1 stop

RIC8:29 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$2,571

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Kenya Airways flights from Richmond to Cape Town

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Kenya Airways

Nov 16

RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl

41h 00m

2 stops

CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl

Nov 23

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

28h 09m

3 stops

RIC11:34 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$1,345

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Kenya Airways

Dec 18

RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl

48h 00m

2 stops

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 25

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

28h 52m

3 stops

RIC12:17 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$4,253

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RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

8:04 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

9:30 pm-11:22 am

1 stop20h 52m

$1,152

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

12:32 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops23h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

9:30 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops32h 37m

$1,156

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-6:00 am

2 stops41h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

2:25 pm-11:34 am

3 stops28h 09m

$1,345

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/23

10:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/26

7:50 pm-10:06 am

1 stop20h 16m

$1,792

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/23

10:20 am-4:10 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/26

7:50 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,796

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

4:26 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops22h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/25

9:30 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop29h 59m

$2,571

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

5:57 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/25

9:30 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop28h 06m

$3,837

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 12/18

6:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops48h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/25

2:25 pm-12:17 pm

3 stops28h 52m

$4,253

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

2:47 pm-8:05 am

2 stops34h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:50 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops28h 46m

$6,687

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

2:47 pm-8:05 am

2 stops34h 18m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:50 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$6,933

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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 Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,569. 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 $1,712.

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 afternoon. Flights from Richmond to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,526. Flights to Cape Town are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,777. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Richmond to Cape Town flight.

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How far is Richmond Byrd Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?
A flight from Richmond Byrd Intl to Cape Town Intl will travel around 7874.5 mi. Typically, this will take 18h 18m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Richmond Byrd Intl 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 Richmond Byrd Intl 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 Richmond to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Richmond to Cape Town is United Airlines (46% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (31%) and Delta (23%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,323	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,040 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,003 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,658	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,002 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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