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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Houston from R18 442

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
Jul 21 — Jul 281
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Houston are usually found in January 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 16 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 442

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R22 427
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/11-15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 04m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R19 143 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R3 284 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Houston

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 16 July 2025.

Mon 24/1121:30CPT - IAH
1 stop22h 49mDelta
Thu 15/16:00IAH - CPT
1 stop29h 15mDelta
Deal found 16/7R18 442
Fri 17/1020:05CPT - HOU
1 stop20h 18mDelta
Fri 21/116:00HOU - CPT
2 stops40h 10mDelta
Deal found 16/7R20 444
Mon 24/1115:20CPT - IAH
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/116:30IAH - CPT
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7R22 481
Fri 17/107:00CPT - IAH
2 stops43h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 21/1116:12IAH - CPT
2 stops31h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/7R23 160
Thu 28/813:00CPT - HOU
2 stops31h 51mQatar Airways
Thu 4/914:33HOU - CPT
2 stops37h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R35 723
Tue 5/816:35CPT - IAH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 16/1114:55IAH - CPT
1 stop36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/7R56 006
Thu 7/823:15CPT - IAH
2 stops31h 36mKLM
Tue 18/1115:30IAH - CPT
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Deal found 15/7R93 319
Mon 4/818:55CPT - IAH
2 stops32h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/1118:30IAH - CPT
2 stops29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/7R94 820
Fri 8/820:00CPT - IAH
1 stop26h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/1119:50IAH - CPT
1 stop36h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/7R111 404
Thu 7/818:25CPT - IAH
1 stop29h 25mEmirates
Sat 22/1119:10IAH - CPT
1 stop37h 35mEmirates
Deal found 15/7R133 670
Fri 8/813:00CPT - IAH
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 20/1117:50IAH - CPT
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R136 011
Thu 7/810:40CPT - IAH
3 stops44h 19mSingapore Airlines
Wed 19/1119:26IAH - CPT
3 stops53h 59mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/7R150 575

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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 16 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Houston that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

21:30-12:19

1 stop22h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 15/1

6:00-19:15

1 stop29h 15m

R18 442

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

20:50-17:23

2 stops28h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 30/1

16:20-11:00

2 stops34h 40m

R18 907

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/10

20:05-9:23

1 stop20h 18m

Houston Hobby

Fri 21/11

6:00-6:10

2 stops40h 10m

R20 444

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

15:20-14:35

2 stops31h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 15/1

16:30-15:45

2 stops39h 15m

R22 481

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/10

7:00-19:15

2 stops43h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 21/11

16:12-8:00

2 stops31h 48m

R23 160

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/11

10:40-23:59

3 stops45h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 30/1

18:55-9:25

3 stops54h 30m

R26 001

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/8

13:00-13:51

2 stops31h 51m

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/9

14:33-10:50

2 stops37h 17m

R35 723

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/8

16:35-19:05

1 stop33h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 16/11

14:55-11:50

1 stop36h 55m

R56 006

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/8

23:15-23:51

2 stops31h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 18/11

15:30-21:55

1 stop22h 25m

R93 319

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/8

18:55-17:43

2 stops29h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 22/11

18:30-10:20

2 stops31h 50m

R94 820

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Houston

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Cheapflights Insights

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 11 July 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of R931). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of R1 197). 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 16 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 16 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andDelta 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

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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.

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

    According to our current data, Delta (R18 442), British Airways (R23 160), and KLM (R28 181) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Houston. Users have found that Delta is 9% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R18 853. Users have also found prices from R22 052 and R22 070 on Delta and British Airways, respectively.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of R931). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of R1 197). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 433AverageR20 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 358AverageR20 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 040AverageR21 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 245AverageR20 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 907AverageR19 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR18 257AverageR22 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 478AverageR22 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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