Cheap flights from Cape Town to Houston from R17 231

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
Jan 12 — Jan 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Houston are usually found in December or November, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Best flights from Cape Town to Houston
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Houston that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 13 December 2025.

Mon 19/120:50CPT - IAH
1 stop22h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/27:20IAH - CPT
1 stop24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12R17 248
Mon 19/121:30CPT - HOU
1 stop33h 03mDelta
Thu 5/211:09HOU - CPT
1 stop24h 06mDelta
Deal found 11/12R17 417
Tue 27/117:15CPT - IAH
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 31/121:05IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/12R18 968
Tue 27/120:50CPT - IAH
1 stop25h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 31/115:50IAH - CPT
2 stops38h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/12R19 508
Mon 19/17:55CPT - HOU
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/211:09HOU - CPT
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12R20 806
Tue 17/217:15CPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 21/221:05IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/12R18 968
Tue 6/120:50CPT - HOU
2 stops29h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/518:31HOU - CPT
2 stops33h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12R151 997
Tue 6/120:50CPT - HOU
2 stops33h 43mDelta
Thu 7/56:00HOU - CPT
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/12R190 557

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 13 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 248

One-way from

R17 231

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

R17 417
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/1-5/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
6/1
  • 6/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 56m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R22 899 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 656 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Houston that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-11:04

1 stop22h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

7:20-16:10

1 stop24h 50m

R17 248

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-22:33

1 stop33h 03m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/2

11:09-19:15

1 stop24h 06m

R17 417

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

17:15-13:10

1 stop27h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 31/1

21:05-11:50

1 stop30h 45m

R18 968

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

17:15-19:10

1 stop33h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 21/2

21:05-11:50

1 stop30h 45m

R18 968

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

20:50-14:05

1 stop25h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 31/1

15:50-14:35

2 stops38h 45m

R19 508

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

7:55-16:10

2 stops40h 15m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/2

11:09-21:55

2 stops26h 46m

R20 806

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/1

20:50-18:06

2 stops29h 16m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/5

18:31-11:00

2 stops33h 29m

R151 997

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/1

20:50-22:33

2 stops33h 43m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/5

6:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

R190 557

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/1

12:35-8:40

3 stops52h 05m

R19 693

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/1

13:40-22:33

3 stops40h 53m

R25 324

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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 5 December 2025.

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 3 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 R12 291). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 209). 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 CPT to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 December 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Cape Town to Houston by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Houston. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Houston?

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 13 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, andUnited Airlines 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.

Food

7,3

Overall

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

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.

Food

7,3

Overall

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

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.

Food

7,3

Overall

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

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.

Food

7,3

Overall

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

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.

Food

7,3

Overall

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

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.

Food

7,3

Overall

7,9

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

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 R17 248, United Airlines can have you in Houston from Cape Town in 22h 14m. 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 787), United Airlines (R16 223), and KLM (R16 895) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Houston. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 42% 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 R12 291). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 209). 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 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 787AverageR19 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 223AverageR17 912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 895AverageR18 129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 225AverageR21 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 445AverageR20 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 788AverageR21 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 377AverageR19 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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