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Cheap flights from the United States to Cape Town from R8 088

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Feb 11 — Feb 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 12 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 222

One-way from

R8 088

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R22 731

Good one-way deal

R19 569 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 25/1-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 49m total
  • USA to Cape Town
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 27/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 25m total
  • USA to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R42 699 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 804 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapest flights from USA to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 January 2026.

Sun 25/117:54EWR - CPT
1 stop18h 21mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 9/221:30CPT - EWR
1 stop20h 28mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/1R12 222
Mon 9/213:02BWI - CPT
1 stop23h 13mDelta
Tue 17/221:30CPT - BWI
1 stop21h 24mDelta
Deal found 10/1R12 420
Mon 9/215:59EWR - CPT
1 stop20h 16mDelta
Tue 17/221:30CPT - EWR
1 stop20h 21mDelta
Deal found 10/1R12 420
Sat 24/111:50SFO - CPT
1 stop21h 25mDelta
Sun 8/221:30CPT - SFO
2 stops35h 24mDelta
Deal found 10/1R12 420
Sun 1/210:33BWI - CPT
1 stop25h 42mDelta
Tue 10/221:30CPT - BWI
1 stop21h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/1R12 585
Sat 31/117:36EWR - CPT
1 stop18h 39mDelta
Sun 8/221:30CPT - EWR
1 stop26h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/1R12 585
Thu 5/311:47SFO - CPT
1 stop21h 28mDelta
Mon 23/321:30CPT - SFO
1 stop30h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/1R12 585
Sun 1/26:00BWI - CPT
2 stops30h 15mDelta
Thu 19/221:30CPT - BWI
1 stop29h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/1R12 667
Sat 21/25:55SFO - CPT
2 stops27h 20mDelta
Tue 3/321:30CPT - SFO
1 stop30h 18mDelta
Deal found 9/1R12 667
Sun 11/1019:40BWI - CPT
1 stop40h 10mDelta
Tue 27/1021:30CPT - BWI
1 stop29h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/1R12 683
Fri 30/119:30EWR - CPT
1 stop40h 45mDelta
Mon 9/221:30CPT - EWR
1 stop22h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/1R12 683
Tue 3/322:00SFO - CPT
1 stop35h 15mDelta
Tue 24/321:30CPT - SFO
1 stop32h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/1R12 683

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Customise your flight search to find flights from USA 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, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Cape Town that are best for you.

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USA

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreCape Town

BWI - CPT

BWICPT

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 22/2

8:20-19:15

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

21:30-19:40

1 stop29h 10m

R12 585

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 26/1

14:30-19:15

1 stop21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/2

21:30-21:00

1 stop30h 30m

R12 585

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 15/3

18:45-19:15

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

21:30-17:29

1 stop25h 59m

R12 585

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

11:50-19:15

1 stop21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

21:30-17:43

1 stop30h 13m

R12 585

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 1/2

8:00-19:15

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

21:30-10:58

1 stop20h 28m

R12 585

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Thu 5/3

6:05-19:15

1 stop27h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

21:30-19:19

1 stop30h 49m

R12 585

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 4/2

15:35-19:15

2 stops20h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/2

21:30-19:19

2 stops28h 49m

R12 667

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sat 31/1

8:00-19:15

1 stop28h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

21:30-19:08

2 stops28h 38m

R12 667

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 4/2

11:54-19:15

1 stop24h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

21:30-14:11

2 stops23h 41m

R12 667

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

18:55-19:15

2 stops38h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

21:30-17:48

1 stop30h 18m

R12 667

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Cape Town

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Cape Town

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Cape Town (average of R12 651). Flying from USA to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 284). 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 US to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 January 2026.

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

How often are flights from the United States to Cape Town delayed?

About 34% of weekly flights between United States and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 181 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Cape Town flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Cape Town flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 34% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 12 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Cape Town, such as KLM, Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 711 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 144 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 153 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 664 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 436 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from United States?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from United States. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from USA to Cape Town in 22h 37m. Fly via Delta, Virgin Atlantic, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance from USA to Cape Town is about 12704 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Cape Town one-way?

    R5 530 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and United Airlines, with prices starting from R11 402 and R12 214, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Cape Town?

    Most travellers choose Newark - Cape Town Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from USA to Cape Town.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Cape Town (average of R12 651). Flying from USA to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 284). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from USA to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from USA to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 12 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 904AverageR21 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 010AverageR23 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR18 341AverageR23 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 667AverageR30 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR21 274AverageR26 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR21 287AverageR23 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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