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Cheap flights from Cape Town to North America from R8 779

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 21/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Dec 5 — Dec 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 283

One-way from

R8 779

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 686

Good round-trip deal

R15 433 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 649 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 20/11-5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 40m total
  • Cape Town to North America
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21/11
  • 21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 04m total
  • Cape Town to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 732 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 517 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl 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 5 November 2025.

Thu 20/1118:45CPT - YVR
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
Fri 5/1215:30YVR - CPT
1 stop30h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 4/11R13 283
Thu 13/1121:30CPT - YVR
2 stops33h 40mDelta
Fri 28/1113:35YVR - CPT
2 stops60h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/11R13 492
Thu 13/119:30CPT - YVR
1 stop38h 20mLufthansa
Fri 28/1115:30YVR - CPT
1 stop30h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 4/11R13 824
Thu 13/1120:50CPT - YVR
2 stops31h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/118:45YVR - CPT
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11R14 068
Wed 5/1120:50CPT - YVR
2 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 26/118:45YVR - CPT
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11R14 278
Thu 20/1121:30CPT - YVR
2 stops35h 07mDelta
Fri 5/1213:35YVR - CPT
2 stops30h 35mDelta
Deal found 4/11R14 330
Wed 5/117:55CPT - YVR
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1115:55YVR - CPT
1 stop44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R14 470
Sun 9/1121:30CPT - ATL
Nonstop16h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 23/1121:45ATL - CPT
Nonstop14h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/11R15 499
Fri 19/1221:30CPT - JFK
1 stop21h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 15/18:30JFK - CPT
1 stop27h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/11R15 499
Thu 13/1119:50CPT - YVR
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1115:30YVR - CPT
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R15 622
Thu 20/1119:50CPT - YVR
3 stops59h 00mSWISS
Fri 5/1213:10YVR - CPT
2 stops32h 20mSWISS
Deal found 4/11R15 656
Sun 30/1120:50CPT - ATL
1 stop25h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 7/1221:50ATL - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/11R15 971

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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 5 November 2025.
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 Town

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North America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

18:45-12:15

1 stop27h 30m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/12

15:30-7:40

1 stop30h 10m

R13 283

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

21:30-22:37

2 stops35h 07m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/12

13:35-6:10

2 stops30h 35m

R14 330

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

19:50-20:50

3 stops59h 00m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/12

13:10-7:30

2 stops32h 20m

R15 656

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 9/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R15 901

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

21:30-11:43

1 stop21h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/2

12:40-19:15

1 stop23h 35m

R16 110

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

21:30-15:40

1 stop25h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

17:00-19:15

1 stop19h 15m

R16 128

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

21:30-11:17

1 stop20h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/2

16:40-19:15

1 stop19h 35m

R16 128

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

21:30-12:59

1 stop22h 29m

Newark

Sat 7/3

14:30-19:15

1 stop21h 45m

R16 128

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

21:30-16:39

1 stop26h 09m

Newark

Mon 16/2

14:30-19:15

1 stop21h 45m

R16 128

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/12

23:45-16:05

1 stop23h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

15:42-19:15

1 stop20h 33m

R16 180

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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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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to North America (average of R9 809). Flying from Cape Town to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 312). 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 5 November 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to North America, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to North America?

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

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

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 5 November 2025.
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
3 402 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 402 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
7,7
Good
1 405 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
672 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
9 004 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 496 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 402 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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 27h 30m. Fly via Lufthansa, Delta, or SWISS to get the fastest option. Cape Town and North America are separated by a distance of 16454 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?

    R8 937 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R9 216 and R11 049, 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 - Newark. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Cape Town Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to North America (average of R9 809). Flying from Cape Town to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 312). 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 5 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 458AverageR21 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 379AverageR17 129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 859AverageR19 303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SWISSCheapestR13 074AverageR17 428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR13 311AverageR19 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 773AverageR19 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 265AverageR16 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 942AverageR19 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 080AverageR16 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 958AverageR19 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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