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Delta Logo
5:04 pm - 7:15 pm
STL
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CPT
18h 11m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 5:50 pm
CPT
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STL
28h 20m1 stop
$1,192Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Feb 1
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 7:15 pm
STL
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CPT
28h 40m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 11:25 pm
CPT
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STL
33h 55m2 stops
$1,196Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Feb 1
Delta Logo
5:04 pm - 7:15 pm
STL
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CPT
18h 11m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 8:43 pm
CPT
-
STL
31h 13m2 stops
$1,197Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Feb 1
Delta Logo
10:13 am - 7:15 pm
STL
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CPT
25h 02m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:45 pm - 11:23 pm
CPT
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STL
31h 38m2 stops
$1,234Delta
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 7:15 pm
STL
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CPT
28h 40m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:45 pm - 11:23 pm
CPT
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STL
31h 38m2 stops
$1,238Delta
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
United Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 4:10 pm
STL
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CPT
19h 26m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 10:41 am
CPT
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STL
21h 51m1 stop
$1,392United Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 6:00 pm
STL
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CPT
25h 55m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 10:41 am
CPT
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STL
21h 51m1 stop
$1,447United Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 24
Delta Logo
10:13 am - 7:15 pm
STL
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CPT
25h 02m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 2:47 pm
CPT
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STL
25h 17m1 stop
$1,492Delta
Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
American Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 11:00 am
STL
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CPT
35h 37m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 6:55 pm
CPT
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STL
31h 05m2 stops
$1,495American Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Fri, Jun 12
United Airlines Logo
1:11 pm - 6:00 pm
STL
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CPT
20h 49m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 8:55 pm
CPT
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STL
31h 05m2 stops
$1,496United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8

Delta flights from St. Louis to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on St. Louis to Cape Town flight tickets
Delta
Jan 21
STL7:10 amLambert-St Louis
28h 05m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 1
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
28h 20m
1 stop
STL5:50 pmLambert-St Louis
Delta
Jan 21
STL6:35 amLambert-St Louis
28h 40m
2 stops
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 1
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
33h 55m
2 stops
STL11:25 pmLambert-St Louis
Delta
Jan 31
STL6:35 amLambert-St Louis
28h 40m
2 stops
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 8
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
27h 07m
2 stops
STL4:37 pmLambert-St Louis

United Airlines flights from St. Louis to Cape Town

Our best United Airlines deals on St. Louis to Cape Town flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 24
STL12:44 pmLambert-St Louis
19h 26m
1 stop
CPT4:10 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 7
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
21h 51m
1 stop
STL10:41 amLambert-St Louis
United Airlines
Jan 14
STL8:05 amLambert-St Louis
25h 55m
2 stops
CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl
Jan 24
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
21h 51m
1 stop
STL10:41 amLambert-St Louis
United Airlines
Mar 4
STL1:11 pmLambert-St Louis
20h 49m
2 stops
CPT6:00 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 8
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
31h 05m
2 stops
STL8:55 pmLambert-St Louis

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

5:04 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/1

9:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$1,192

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

6:35 am-7:15 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/1

9:30 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,196

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

5:04 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/1

9:30 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops31h 13m

$1,197

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/15

10:13 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

11:45 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$1,234

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/15

6:35 am-7:15 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

11:45 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$1,238

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/24

12:44 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 26m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/7

8:50 pm-10:41 am

1 stop21h 51m

$1,392

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

8:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/24

8:50 pm-10:41 am

1 stop21h 51m

$1,447

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/15

10:13 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/22

9:30 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop25h 17m

$1,492

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/1

4:23 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/12

6:50 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$1,495

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/4

1:11 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops20h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

8:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$1,496

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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 March, then departing from St. Louis during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,371.

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 $1,508. 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 Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,959.

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 St. Louis to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,525. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,764. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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Cheap St. Louis to Cape Town (STL to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

20h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from St. Louis to Cape Town takes 20h 45m
There are no direct flights from St. Louis to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from St. Louis to Cape Town.
  • How far is Lambert-St Louis to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Lambert-St Louis to Cape Town Intl is 8544.6 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 02m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Lambert-St Louis 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 required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from St. Louis to Cape Town?

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7.2
11,042 reviews
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7.9
8,013 reviews
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7.4
9,076 reviews
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