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Cheap flights from the United States to Cape Town from $501

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Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 pm - 10:00 pmJFK-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 am - 3:55 pmCPT-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
$937Norse Atlantic UK
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Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 11
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 pm - 10:00 pmJFK-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
11:55 pm - 3:55 pmCPT-JFK
22h 00m1 stop
$945Norse Atlantic UK
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Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
31h 40m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 11:45 amCPT-IAD
25h 30m1 stop
$947Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
40h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 7:45 pmCPT-IAD
33h 10m1 stop
$949Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 9
British Airways Logo
7:15 pm - 11:00 amORD-CPT
32h 45m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 6:15 pmCPT-ORD
30h 20m1 stop
$1,015British Airways
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Mon, Aug 18 - Mon, Sep 8
British Airways Logo
8:30 pm - 10:20 amBWI-CPT
30h 50m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:00 pm - 6:45 pmCPT-BWI
27h 45m1 stop
$1,015British Airways
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Sat, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 13
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 7:15 pmLAX-CPT
27h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 8:27 pmCPT-LAX
32h 57m1 stop
$1,040Delta
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Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 2
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 7:15 pmLAX-CPT
23h 45m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 2:16 pmCPT-LAX
26h 46m1 stop
$1,045Delta
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Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 3:20 pmLAX-CPT
41h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:39 amCPT-LAX
24h 49m1 stop
$1,048United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 5:20 pmLAX-CPT
45h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 3:26 pmCPT-LAX
28h 36m1 stop
$1,050United Airlines
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Mon, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 18

Lufthansa flights from United States to Cape Town

Our best Lufthansa deals on United States to Cape Town flight tickets
Lufthansa
Aug 16
LGA4:40 pmNew York LaGuardia
58h 50m
2 stops
CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl
Sep 21
CPT6:05 pmCape Town Intl
33h 25m
2 stops
LGA9:30 pmNew York LaGuardia
Lufthansa
Jul 6
IAD6:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 20m
1 stop
CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl
Jul 13
CPT6:05 pmCape Town Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Lufthansa
Jul 6
EWR6:00 pmNewark
33h 30m
1 stop
CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl
Jul 14
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
30h 20m
2 stops
EWR3:40 pmNewark

Turkish Airlines flights from United States to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on United States to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Nov 19
IAD9:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 25
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Turkish Airlines
Aug 25
IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Sep 9
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
33h 10m
1 stop
IAD7:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Turkish Airlines
Nov 26
IAD9:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Dec 3
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from United States to Cape Town

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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 April, then departing from United States during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,344.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,413. 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 $1,641.

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 at noon. Flights from United States to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,062. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,684. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest United States to Cape Town Intl flight route?

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best United States - Cape Town Intl flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,373 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from United States for as low as $1,184 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United States to Cape Town Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on United States to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to Cape Town flight.

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Best Price Found

$501

Fastest flight time

17h 00m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from United States in the past 72 hours is $501. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $937.
The fastest flight from United States to Cape Town takes 17h 00m
Direct flights go from United States to Cape Town on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines, Lufthansa and Delta.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States 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.

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Best airlines flying from United States to Cape Town

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7.2
788 reviews
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7.4
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6.9
266 reviews
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8.0
7,973 reviews
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7.4
8,852 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
6.6
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3,596 reviews
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