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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Houston from R12 328

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
Mar 3 — Mar 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 February 2026.

Sun 1/221:30
CPT
-
HOU
1 stop33h 03m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/217:35
HOU
-
CPT
1 stop17h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 31/1R15 960
Sun 1/221:30
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop34h 26m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/210:40
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 31/1R15 960
Thu 26/220:50
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop21h 58m
United Airlines
Thu 5/37:25
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop24h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1R16 796
Thu 19/220:50
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop21h 58m
United Airlines
Thu 12/312:18
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop19h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/1R16 828
Sun 1/220:50
CPT
-
IAH
2 stops24h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 15/211:55
IAH
-
CPT
2 stops22h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/1R16 909
Sun 1/223:45
CPT
-
HOU
2 stops30h 48m
Delta
Sun 15/25:25
HOU
-
CPT
1 stop29h 50m
Delta
Deal found 31/1R17 021
Fri 30/1017:15
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/1122:05
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop29h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/1R17 857
Mon 30/37:40
CPT
-
IAH
2 stops47h 19m
Delta
Sun 5/418:54
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop39h 56m
Delta
Deal found 30/1R17 970
Tue 31/316:35
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop27h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/421:05
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/1R18 596
Thu 19/221:30
CPT
-
HOU
1 stop32h 58m
Delta
Thu 12/36:00
HOU
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Delta
Deal found 30/1R18 661
Sat 4/419:30
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/418:40
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop33h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/1R18 934
Tue 31/316:35
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop33h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/421:05
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/1R18 966

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 828

One-way from

R12 328

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 150
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/2-12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 917 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 085 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Houston 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 1 February 2026.
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Houston

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Depart

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Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

20:50-17:08

2 stops28h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/3

10:00-16:10

2 stops22h 10m

R16 796

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

20:50-10:48

1 stop21h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/3

12:18-15:05

1 stop19h 47m

R16 828

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

21:30-22:28

1 stop32h 58m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/3

6:00-21:55

2 stops32h 55m

R18 661

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/4

19:30-15:55

1 stop27h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 30/4

18:40-11:30

1 stop33h 50m

R18 934

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

16:35-19:10

1 stop33h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/4

21:05-11:50

1 stop31h 45m

R18 966

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

18:50-13:25

1 stop25h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/4

21:05-14:35

2 stops34h 30m

R19 014

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

18:50-19:15

1 stop31h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/4

21:05-19:55

2 stops39h 50m

R19 014

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/3

18:25-19:15

2 stops55h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/4

15:30-19:55

2 stops45h 25m

R19 641

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

20:05-22:42

1 stop33h 37m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/4

6:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

R23 531

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

20:05-22:42

1 stop33h 37m

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/4

6:00-21:25

2 stops32h 25m

R23 675

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Houston. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 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 Cape Town to Houston?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of R11 765). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 359). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated 1 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Houston. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
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Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 444 reviews
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 219 reviews
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 210 reviews
Delta
7,9
Good
8 130 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Houston. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Houston?

    If you book a flight to Houston from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Houston per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    For as low as R16 796, United Airlines can have you in Houston from Cape Town in 28h 18m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13868 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (R10 283), United Airlines (R15 524), and KLM (R16 113) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Houston. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of R11 765). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 359). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 283AverageR18 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 524AverageR17 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 113AverageR17 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 420AverageR20 329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 763AverageR19 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 519AverageR19 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 410AverageR21 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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