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 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 July 2025, there is 1 operator 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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10:04 am - 5:50 pmRIC-CPT

25h 46m1 stop

8:05 pm - 4:30 pmCPT-RIC

26h 25m1 stop

$1,370Delta

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Sat, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 29

12:27 pm - 5:50 pmRIC-CPT

23h 23m2 stops

8:05 pm - 6:38 pmCPT-RIC

28h 33m1 stop

$1,375Delta

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Sat, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 29

12:04 pm - 9:25 pmRIC-CPT

27h 21m2 stops

11:15 pm - 4:12 pmCPT-RIC

46h 57m2 stops

$1,497KLM

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

10:06 am - 5:50 pmRIC-CPT

25h 44m1 stop

11:15 pm - 10:32 pmCPT-RIC

29h 17m2 stops

$1,562Delta

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

11:51 am - 10:50 amRIC-CPT

40h 59m2 stops

1:05 pm - 10:55 pmCPT-RIC

39h 50m3 stops

$2,003

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

6:27 am - 10:50 amRIC-CPT

46h 23m2 stops

2:35 pm - 4:24 pmCPT-RIC

31h 49m3 stops

$3,195

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Sat, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 29

7:00 am - 1:45 pmRIC-CPT

48h 45m3 stops

2:35 pm - 4:24 pmCPT-RIC

31h 49m3 stops

$3,533Kenya Airways

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Sat, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 29

6:00 am - 1:35 pmRIC-CPT

48h 35m3 stops

7:20 am - 11:04 amCPT-RIC

34h 44m2 stops

$6,166Kenya Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3

6:30 am - 6:00 pmRIC-CPT

28h 30m2 stops

8:50 pm - 1:20 pmCPT-RIC

23h 30m1 stop

$6,875United Airlines

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Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3

6:31 am - 3:20 pmRIC-CPT

26h 49m1 stop

7:50 pm - 9:32 amCPT-RIC

19h 42m1 stop

$9,216United Airlines

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20

United Airlines flights from Richmond to Cape Town

Our best United Airlines deals on Richmond to Cape Town flight tickets

United Airlines

Aug 2

RIC3:07 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

18h 13m

1 stop

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

Aug 4

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

31h 40m

2 stops

RIC9:30 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$2,175

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United Airlines

Jan 21

RIC6:30 amRichmond Byrd Intl

28h 30m

2 stops

CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 3

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

23h 30m

1 stop

RIC1:20 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$6,875

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United Airlines

Sep 13

RIC6:31 amRichmond Byrd Intl

26h 49m

1 stop

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 20

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

19h 42m

1 stop

RIC9:32 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$9,216

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Kenya Airways flights from Richmond to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Richmond to Cape Town flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Aug 9

RIC7:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl

48h 45m

3 stops

CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl

Aug 24

CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl

38h 54m

3 stops

RIC11:24 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$2,159

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Kenya Airways

Aug 16

RIC7:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl

48h 45m

3 stops

CPT1:45 pmCape Town Intl

Aug 29

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

31h 49m

3 stops

RIC4:24 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$3,533

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Kenya Airways

Jan 21

RIC6:00 amRichmond Byrd Intl

48h 35m

3 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Feb 3

CPT7:20 amCape Town Intl

34h 44m

2 stops

RIC11:04 amRichmond Byrd Intl

$6,166

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Depart

Return

Price

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

10:04 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 46m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/29

8:05 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,370

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

12:27 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/29

8:05 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop28h 33m

$1,375

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

12:04 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops27h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

11:15 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops46h 57m

$1,497

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

10:06 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 44m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

11:15 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$1,562

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

11:51 am-10:50 am

2 stops40h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

1:05 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops39h 50m

$2,003

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

6:27 am-10:50 am

2 stops46h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/29

2:35 pm-4:24 pm

3 stops31h 49m

$3,195

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-1:45 pm

3 stops48h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/29

2:35 pm-4:24 pm

3 stops31h 49m

$3,533

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-1:35 pm

3 stops48h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

7:20 am-11:04 am

2 stops34h 44m

$6,166

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/21

6:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$6,875

RichmondCape Town

RIC - CPT

RICCPT

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/13

6:31 am-3:20 pm

1 stop26h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

7:50 pm-9:32 am

1 stop19h 42m

$9,216

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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.

When to book flights from Richmond to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Richmond to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Richmond to Cape Town (RIC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$1,370
Fastest flight time	23h 23m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best flight deal from Richmond to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,370

The fastest flight from Richmond to Cape Town takes 23h 23m

There are no direct flights from Richmond to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Richmond Byrd Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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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 23h 23m 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 July 2025, there is 1 operator 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 (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Richmond to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,091	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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Hermanus

Paarl

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Simon's Town

Gordon's Bay

Wellington

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