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Cheap flights from Cape Town to North America from R7 700

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Aug 17 — Aug 241
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 18 July 2026.

Mon 5/1013:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1016:32
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops59h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R14 476
Wed 4/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops59h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1116:19
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops59h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 492
Tue 3/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 756
Thu 8/1013:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 21/1019:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 822
Sun 19/719:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 921
Sun 19/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R15 020
Tue 3/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R15 119
Sat 21/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops50h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/18:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R15 152
Mon 14/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 17/1010:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/7R15 185
Sat 21/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/18:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/7R15 201
Sun 23/819:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/7R15 383
Thu 10/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/1010:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/7R15 399

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 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 476

One-way from

R7 700

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 587

Good round-trip deal

R12 778 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 606 or less
5/10-27/10
  • 5/10-27/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 42m total
  • Cape Town to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 16m total
  • Cape Town to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 283 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 381 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 18 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-11:49

1 stop23h 59m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

R16 685

Cape TownToronto

CPT - YYZ

CPTYYZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/8

19:50-20:44

2 stops30h 54m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 3/9

15:00-17:20

2 stops44h 20m

R16 702
Fastest return journey

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

20:50-10:14

1 stop20h 24m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 24/1

16:22-18:00

1 stop18h 38m

R17 180

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:00-20:43

3 stops33h 43m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/9

8:40-17:10

2 stops23h 30m

R17 246

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-20:18

1 stop33h 18m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 27/9

23:13-15:20

2 stops31h 07m

R17 279

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

20:05-21:30

1 stop31h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/8

13:10-17:50

1 stop22h 40m

R17 295

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

20:00-17:52

2 stops27h 52m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 26/9

6:30-15:20

2 stops26h 50m

R17 295

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

20:05-9:39

1 stop19h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 21/9

13:55-17:50

2 stops21h 55m

R17 394

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:05-20:05

1 stop30h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 28/8

19:26-17:50

1 stop40h 24m

R17 543

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

20:05-19:48

1 stop29h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/8

20:45-17:50

1 stop39h 05m

R17 543

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to North America (average of R16 537). Flying from Cape Town to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 840). 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 18 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 18 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
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
3 629 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
1 541 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
693 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
10 006 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

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 23h 59m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Virgin Atlantic to get the fastest option. Cape Town and North America are separated by a distance of 16069 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 972 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 180 and R9 109, 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 - Newark or Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia.

  • 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 537). Flying from Cape Town to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 840). 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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 187AverageR16 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 693AverageR15 645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 518AverageR16 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 831AverageR20 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 276AverageR18 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 619AverageR18 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 400AverageR16 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 854AverageR20 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 265AverageR19 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 899AverageR21 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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