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Cheap flights from the United States to Cape Town from R8 078

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CPT
Apr 30 — May 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to Cape Town

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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 31 March 2026.

Sun 6/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R15 127
Sun 6/921:45
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 13/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R16 036
Sun 3/521:45
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/616:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R16 174
Sun 6/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 16/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop33h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 242
Wed 2/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 24/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop33h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 276
Wed 2/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop25h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R16 294
Tue 3/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 311
Wed 30/120:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 19/117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/3R16 328
Sat 31/101:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 25/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 585
Mon 16/110:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 1/1217:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 637
Wed 9/913:20
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 23/916:35
CPT
-
IAD
1 stop33h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 637
Mon 4/521:30
DFW
-
CPT
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 20/516:35
CPT
-
DFW
1 stop34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3R16 722

Find 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 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 127

One-way from

R8 078

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 789
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/9-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • USA to Cape Town
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • USA to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R28 895 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R4 292 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 31 March 2026.
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DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 16/9

21:30-11:50

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

16:35-18:18

2 stops32h 43m

R18 472

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 6/9

21:30-11:50

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

16:35-19:35

1 stop34h 00m

R19 209

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 2/5

21:30-11:50

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

16:35-19:35

1 stop34h 00m

R19 895

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 24/9

21:30-11:50

1 stop31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

16:35-22:26

2 stops36h 51m

R22 125

BostonCape Town

BOS - CPT

BOSCPT

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 11/5

17:02-11:30

2 stops36h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

13:00-18:48

2 stops35h 48m

R23 257

BostonCape Town

BOS - CPT

BOSCPT

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 11/5

21:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

16:35-19:55

1 stop33h 20m

R23 548

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

18:45-11:50

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/8

16:35-10:50

1 stop27h 15m

R23 960

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 27/9

6:00-17:30

2 stops52h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/10

13:15-9:50

1 stop27h 35m

R24 269

DallasCape Town

DFW - CPT

DFWCPT

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 27/9

6:00-17:30

2 stops52h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/10

13:15-9:50

1 stop27h 35m

R24 269

San FranciscoCape Town

SFO - CPT

SFOCPT

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

16:00-13:00

2 stops60h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

7:20-18:29

2 stops44h 09m

R24 337

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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 R13 138). Flying from USA to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 062). 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 31 March 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 35% 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?

Tuesday 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 35% 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 31 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United States to Cape Town, such as Qatar Airways,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 294 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 525 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
JetBlue
7,2
Good
2 906 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 838 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

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 31h 20m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from USA to Cape Town is about 14136 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R5 608 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 R12 057 and R13 532, 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 New York LaGuardia - 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 R13 138). Flying from USA to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 062). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 875AverageR20 085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR17 783AverageR29 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 446AverageR29 101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR20 105AverageR27 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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JetBlueCheapestR26 874AverageR39 086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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KLMCheapestR27 807AverageR35 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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