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Cheap flights from Cape Town to North America from R7 987

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

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to North America

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to North America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to North America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/97:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops52h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7R14 215
Sun 18/1019:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7R14 281
Thu 29/1012:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7R14 527
Sun 18/1013:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7R14 659
Sun 6/919:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/97:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 12m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7R14 922
Mon 7/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 21/910:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/7R15 119
Tue 25/813:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7R15 152
Tue 8/1212:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops50h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/1216:09
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops66h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7R15 168
Sun 26/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/18:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7R15 250
Tue 13/1020:05
CPT
-
TPA
1 stop27h 41m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/1121:25
TPA
-
CPT
1 stop30h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 22/7R15 332
Thu 24/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/1019:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/7R15 349
Mon 14/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 26/910:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/7R15 743

Find flight deals from Cape Town to North America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to North America flight deals. Data was last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 231

One-way from

R7 987

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 654

Good round-trip deal

R12 737 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 097 or less
14/9-28/9
  • 14/9-28/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 93h 11m total
  • Cape Town to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 35m total
  • Cape Town to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 759 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 405 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to North America.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to North America.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to North America 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 23 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to North America that are best for you.

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Cape TownTampa

CPT - TPA

CPTTPA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

19:50-18:07

1 stop28h 17m

Tampa

Mon 10/8

10:57-15:20

2 stops22h 23m

R16 253

Cape TownTampa

CPT - TPA

CPTTPA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

20:00-14:21

2 stops24h 21m

Tampa

Fri 6/11

19:10-16:10

1 stop38h 00m

R16 351

Cape TownTampa

CPT - TPA

CPTTPA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

19:50-10:12

1 stop20h 22m

Tampa

Sun 4/10

7:00-17:10

1 stop28h 10m

R16 466

Cape TownTampa

CPT - TPA

CPTTPA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

20:00-15:28

1 stop25h 28m

Tampa

Sat 3/10

13:50-15:20

1 stop19h 30m

R16 483

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/9

20:00-9:34

1 stop22h 34m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/9

21:39-15:20

1 stop32h 41m

R16 565

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

13:15-15:55

1 stop32h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/11

19:35-10:30

1 stop31h 55m

R16 614

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/10

13:15-15:55

1 stop32h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 13/11

19:35-10:30

1 stop31h 55m

R16 861

Cape TownFort Lauderdale

CPT - FLL

CPTFLL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/8

19:50-15:12

1 stop25h 22m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 8/9

12:54-17:10

2 stops46h 16m

R16 894

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:05-19:26

1 stop32h 21m

Los Angeles

Sun 27/9

21:45-17:50

1 stop35h 05m

R17 025

Cape TownTampa

CPT - TPA

CPTTPA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 5/9

23:15-18:33

1 stop25h 18m

Tampa

Sat 12/9

11:40-21:25

2 stops27h 45m

R17 354

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to North America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to North America from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to North America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to North America?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to North America (average of R16 483). Flying from Cape Town to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 772). 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 NA?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to North America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to North America as you normally would.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to North America, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing North America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North America. 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 North America. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andVirgin Atlantic from Cape Town to North America have to say. 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
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 634 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
1 544 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 024 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 634 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 North America. 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 North America?

    If you book a flight to North America 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.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to North America?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to North America in 28h 17m. Fly via United Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Delta to get the fastest option. Cape Town and North America are separated by a distance of 12646 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 to fly from Cape Town to North America one-way?

    R6 950 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R8 154 and R9 079, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to North America?

    The most popular route from Cape Town to North America is Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia or Cape Town Intl - Newark.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to North America 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 North America?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to North America (average of R16 483). Flying from Cape Town to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 772). 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 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to North America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to North America. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 160AverageR15 991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 655AverageR15 593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 477AverageR16 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 789AverageR20 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 144AverageR16 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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DeltaCheapestR13 232AverageR18 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 575AverageR18 374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 806AverageR20 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 212AverageR20 434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 841AverageR22 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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