Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Atlanta to Cape Town?

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 43m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Atlanta to Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Atlanta to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Atlanta to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R13 722.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Atlanta to Cape Town?

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 09m.

How popular is this Atlanta to Cape Town flight route?

This flight path from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long is the flight from Atlanta to Cape Town?

Airlines like Turkish Airlines fly from Atlanta to Cape Town in about 32h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 13081 km.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Atlanta to Cape Town round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Atlanta to Cape Town round-trip from R16 055. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from R17 922, and Qatar Airways, from R18 161. Ethiopian Air is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Atlanta to Cape Town?

The most popular airlines flying from Atlanta to Cape Town are Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What airports do I use to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town?

You will need to book a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Cape Town Intl if you want to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Cape Town from the Atlanta airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ATL to CPT to be around 14h 20m.

Can I find deals for flights from Atlanta to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Atlanta to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Atlanta to Cape Town.

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Round-trip from	R15 208
One-way from	R8 942
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	R27 659

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ATL - CPT

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Thu 23/4

21:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

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ATL - CPT

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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21:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-19:45

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R20 576

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ATL - CPT

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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21:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

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21:40-14:35

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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18:25-16:30

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AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

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15:05-11:50

1 stop38h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-19:45

1 stop33h 10m

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ATL - CPT

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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21:40-12:40

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Cape Town Intl

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6:05-16:30

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R21 858

AtlantaCape Town

ATL - CPT

ATLCPT

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Cape Town Intl

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13:50-8:55

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ATL - CPT

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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Cape Town Intl

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6:05-16:30

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14:39-18:00

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Cape Town Intl

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Atlanta to Cape Town?

The price you pay for your flight from Atlanta to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Atlanta to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Cape Town (average of R13 750). Flying from Atlanta to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ATL to CPT?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Atlanta to Cape Town as you normally would.

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Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Cape Town, such as Qatar Airways, United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Chris,Jul 2025

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Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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Chris,Jul 2025

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Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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Chris,Jul 2025

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Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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Chris,Jul 2025

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Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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Chris,Jul 2025

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Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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What airports do I use to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town?
You will need to book a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Cape Town Intl if you want to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Cape Town from the Atlanta airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from ATL to CPT to be around 14h 20m.
How popular is this Atlanta to Cape Town flight route?
This flight path from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Cape Town Intl was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from Atlanta to Cape Town?
Airlines like Turkish Airlines fly from Atlanta to Cape Town in about 32h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 13081 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Atlanta to Cape Town round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Atlanta to Cape Town round-trip from R16 055. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from R17 922, and Qatar Airways, from R18 161. Ethiopian Air is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Atlanta to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Atlanta to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Atlanta to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Atlanta to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Atlanta to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Atlanta to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Atlanta to Cape Town?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Cape Town (average of R13 750). Flying from Atlanta to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R22 643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR16 055	AverageR23 144	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR17 922	AverageR26 793	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR18 161	AverageR30 056	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR20 696	AverageR25 636	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

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