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Turkish Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 11:45 amCPT-IAD
25h 30m1 stop
$907Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:50 amIAD-CPT
40h 20m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 8:15 pmCPT-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$930Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT
20h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:35 pm - 7:40 amCPT-ORD
25h 05m2 stops
$998Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 am - 2:35 pmATL-CPT
22h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:00 amCPT-ATL
25h 10m2 stops
$999Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 1
United Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 4:10 pmLAX-CPT
29h 45m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:06 pmCPT-LAX
26h 16m2 stops
$1,054United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
9:55 pm - 6:00 pmLAX-CPT
34h 05m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 3:20 pmCPT-LAX
28h 30m2 stops
$1,057United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
British Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 8:05 amJFK-CPT
27h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:10 pm - 5:15 pmCPT-JFK
26h 05m1 stop
$1,069British Airways
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Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Dec 1
British Airways Logo
9:00 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-CPT
29h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:10 pm - 3:50 pmCPT-LAX
27h 40m1 stop
$1,073British Airways
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Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 17
Delta Logo
8:30 pm - 5:50 pmLGA-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 9:41 amCPT-LGA
42h 11m1 stop
$1,345Delta
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Sun, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 27
Delta Logo
8:30 pm - 5:50 pmLGA-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 11:44 amCPT-LGA
20h 14m1 stop
$1,346Delta
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Sun, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 27

American Airlines flights from United States to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on United States to Cape Town flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 3
JFK5:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 35m
2 stops
CPT8:05 amCape Town Intl
Nov 9
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
28h 05m
1 stop
JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,075
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American Airlines
Nov 9
LAX10:13 pmLos Angeles
27h 57m
2 stops
CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 25
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
35h 30m
1 stop
LAX8:25 pmLos Angeles
$1,079
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American Airlines
Nov 10
LAX10:13 pmLos Angeles
27h 57m
2 stops
CPT12:10 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 25
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
LAX3:20 pmLos Angeles
$1,081
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Turkish Airlines flights from United States to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on United States to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Oct 30
IAD2:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 12
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD11:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$907
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 23
IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Oct 31
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
IAD8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$930
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 24
IAD9:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Oct 31
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 30m
1 stop
IAD12:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$944
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Customize your flight search to find flights from United States to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
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Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

2:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 30m

$907

Washington, D.C.Cape Town

IAD - CPT

IADCPT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/23

1:30 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/31

5:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$930

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

2:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 05m

$998

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 2/25

9:35 am-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/1

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$999

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

12:25 am-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

8:50 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$1,054

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

9:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/25

8:50 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,057

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/19

9:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

10:10 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,069

Los AngelesCape Town

LAX - CPT

LAXCPT

Los Angeles

Mon 11/3

9:00 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/17

10:10 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,073

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/12

8:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

9:30 pm-9:41 am

1 stop42h 11m

$1,345

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/12

8:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

9:30 pm-11:44 am

1 stop20h 14m

$1,346

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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 $1,345.

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 $1,427. 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 $1,963.

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?

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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 $1,367 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 $1,155 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 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to Cape Town flight.

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Best Price Found

$1,128

Fastest flight time

14h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from United States in the past 72 hours is $1,128. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,336.
The fastest flight from United States to Cape Town takes 14h 25m
Direct flights go from United States to Cape Town every day.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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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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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $789Free CancellationRating
7.2
862 reviews
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7.3
3,965 reviews
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7.4
664 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $942Free CancellationRating
6.9
281 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $961Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $979Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,367 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $980Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,386 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom $1,035Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,737 reviews
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Traveling to a place near Cape Town?

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