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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Houston from R17 373

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
kesä 18 — kesä 251
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 13 kesäkuu 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 977

One-way from

R17 373

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 554
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 14/10-24/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 47m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 59m total
  • Cape Town to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R21 531 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 777 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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 13 kesäkuu 2025.

ti 14/1020:00CPT - IAH
1 stop24h 01mUnited Airlines
ti 18/119:49IAH - CPT
2 stops24h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6R17 977
ti 14/1020:05CPT - HOU
1 stop20h 18mDelta
ke 19/1113:00HOU - CPT
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/6R18 172
su 19/1020:05CPT - IAH
1 stop21h 59mDelta
su 23/1110:00IAH - CPT
2 stops25h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/6R18 172
ke 15/108:40CPT - IAH
2 stops61h 10mSWISS
la 22/1116:20IAH - CPT
2 stops45h 45mSWISS
Deal found 12/6R18 740
ke 15/1015:20CPT - IAH
2 stops29h 15mLufthansa
ti 18/1118:55IAH - CPT
1 stop32h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/6R18 811
to 16/1016:35CPT - IAH
1 stop27h 05mTurkish Airlines
ma 24/1121:05IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/6R19 611
su 13/718:55CPT - IAH
2 stops33h 46mBritish Airways
to 25/921:00IAH - CPT
2 stops32h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6R20 659
to 16/1014:00CPT - IAH
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
la 22/1112:55IAH - CPT
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6R22 844
la 18/1023:15CPT - IAH
2 stops31h 15mKLM
to 20/1112:55IAH - CPT
2 stops25h 00mKLM
Deal found 11/6R23 767
ti 14/1013:00CPT - IAH
2 stops39h 26mAmerican Airlines
su 23/1114:29IAH - CPT
2 stops37h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6R24 798
to 16/1014:00CPT - IAH
2 stops30h 35mAir France
pe 21/1116:05IAH - CPT
1 stop30h 40mAir France
Deal found 12/6R26 894
ti 14/1018:55CPT - HOU
2 stops28h 01mAmerican Airlines
la 22/1118:19HOU - CPT
2 stops32h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6R27 160

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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 TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

ti 14/10

20:00-10:52

1 stop21h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ma 24/11

8:15-16:10

2 stops23h 55m

R17 977

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

ti 14/10

20:05-9:23

1 stop20h 18m

Houston Hobby

ke 19/11

13:00-19:15

1 stop22h 15m

R18 172

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

su 19/10

20:05-11:04

1 stop21h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

su 23/11

10:00-19:15

2 stops25h 15m

R18 172

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

ke 15/10

8:40-14:50

2 stops61h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

la 22/11

16:20-22:05

2 stops45h 45m

R18 740

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

ke 15/10

15:20-13:35

2 stops29h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ti 18/11

18:55-11:00

1 stop32h 05m

R18 811

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

to 16/10

16:35-12:40

1 stop27h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ma 24/11

21:05-11:50

1 stop30h 45m

R19 611

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

su 13/7

18:55-21:41

2 stops33h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

to 25/9

21:00-12:40

2 stops32h 40m

R20 659

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

to 16/10

14:00-13:35

2 stops30h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

la 22/11

12:55-21:55

2 stops25h 00m

R22 844

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

la 18/10

23:15-23:30

2 stops31h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

to 20/11

12:55-21:55

2 stops25h 00m

R23 767

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

ti 14/10

13:00-21:26

2 stops39h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

su 23/11

14:29-12:10

2 stops37h 41m

R24 798

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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 9 June 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 236). 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 kesäkuu 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 2 June 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.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 81.0 - 150.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 150.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 81.0 mm.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 kesäkuu 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to Houston, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Delta and KLM. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 950 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 360 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 624 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 265 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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, United Airlines (R17 977), Delta (R18 172), and SWISS (R18 740) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Houston. Users have found that United Airlines is 13% 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, 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 236). 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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EmiratesCheapestR15 266AverageR22 136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 938AverageR20 303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 142AverageR20 451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR17 800AverageR20 004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR18 147AverageR23 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 801AverageR20 790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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