Cheap flights from Cape Town to Houston from R11 590

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
Dec 22 — Dec 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Cheap 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 22 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 198

One-way from

R11 590

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 294
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 19/1-5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 47m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R23 740 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 805 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 22 November 2025.

Mon 19/121:30CPT - IAH
1 stop28h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 5/216:25IAH - CPT
1 stop18h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 21/11R16 874
Mon 19/120:50CPT - IAH
2 stops28h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/28:23IAH - CPT
2 stops23h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11R17 601
Mon 19/121:30CPT - HOU
1 stop20h 51mDelta
Thu 5/217:04HOU - CPT
1 stop18h 11mDelta
Deal found 20/11R17 844
Wed 4/217:15CPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/221:05IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/11R19 645
Wed 4/220:35CPT - IAH
2 stops32h 47mBritish Airways
Sun 8/221:50IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/11R23 734
Thu 19/221:30CPT - HOU
1 stop20h 35mDelta
Thu 12/36:00HOU - CPT
2 stops32h 55mDelta
Deal found 20/11R18 866
Thu 5/217:15CPT - IAH
1 stop33h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/221:05IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/11R20 477
Wed 4/223:45CPT - HOU
2 stops30h 48mDelta
Sun 8/211:09HOU - CPT
1 stop24h 06mDelta
Deal found 21/11R31 720

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Cape Town

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-17:40

1 stop28h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

16:25-19:15

1 stop18h 50m

R16 874

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-17:25

2 stops28h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

8:23-16:10

2 stops23h 47m

R17 601

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-10:21

1 stop20h 51m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/2

17:04-19:15

1 stop18h 11m

R17 844

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

21:30-10:05

1 stop20h 35m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/3

6:00-21:55

2 stops32h 55m

R18 866

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

17:15-19:10

1 stop33h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/2

21:05-11:50

1 stop30h 45m

R19 645

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

17:15-19:10

1 stop33h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/2

21:05-11:50

1 stop30h 45m

R20 477

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

20:35-21:22

2 stops32h 47m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/2

21:50-12:10

1 stop30h 20m

R23 734

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

23:45-22:33

2 stops30h 48m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/2

11:09-19:15

1 stop24h 06m

R31 720

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-15:50

1 stop33h 50m

R11 590

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

14:00-19:15

2 stops36h 15m

R13 963

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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 21 November 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 629). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 710). 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 22 November 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 Thursday 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.

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 22 November 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.

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,5

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.

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,5

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.

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,5

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.

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,5

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.

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,5

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.

Entertainment

7,9

Overall

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,5

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 844, Virgin Atlantic can have you in Houston from Cape Town in 20h 51m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13848 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 (R11 084), United Airlines (R16 691), and KLM (R17 360) 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 R12 629). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 710). 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 AirlinesCheapestR11 084AverageR19 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 691AverageR18 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 360AverageR18 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 699AverageR21 912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 925AverageR20 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 278AverageR20 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 882AverageR19 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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