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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia from R12 902

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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — PHL
Dec 16 — Dec 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 823

One-way from

R12 902

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R18 380
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/2-9/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Philadelphia
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 58m total
  • Cape Town to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R20 492 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 519 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Tue 18/1121:30CPT - PHL
1 stop31h 11mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 24/1118:01PHL - CPT
1 stop18h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/11R15 973
Tue 18/1121:30CPT - PHL
2 stops26h 09mDelta
Mon 24/1112:22PHL - CPT
2 stops23h 53mDelta
Deal found 13/11R16 690
Tue 30/127:55CPT - PHL
2 stops43h 38mKLM
Tue 6/112:11PHL - CPT
2 stops34h 39mKLM
Deal found 14/11R26 656
Tue 30/1212:35CPT - PHL
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 6/116:00PHL - CPT
2 stops35h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/11R30 462
Tue 30/1220:50CPT - PHL
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/119:50PHL - CPT
1 stop29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/11R34 626
Tue 18/1113:50CPT - PHL
3 stops36h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/1110:34PHL - CPT
2 stops44h 11mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R34 780
Tue 30/1212:40CPT - PHL
3 stops41h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/117:40PHL - CPT
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R45 036

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia 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 November 2025.
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Cape Town

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Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

20:45-15:40

2 stops25h 55m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/2

19:45-17:25

1 stop38h 40m

R18 823

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/12

7:55-20:33

2 stops43h 38m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/1

12:11-5:50

2 stops34h 39m

R26 656

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-16:30

2 stops26h 00m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/2

12:29-19:15

2 stops23h 46m

R27 766

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/12

12:35-9:00

1 stop27h 25m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/1

16:00-10:30

2 stops35h 30m

R30 462

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/12

20:50-13:15

1 stop23h 25m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/1

19:50-8:05

1 stop29h 15m

R34 626

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/3

12:35-9:00

1 stop26h 25m

R13 260

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

17:15-22:45

2 stops35h 30m

R13 396

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

17:15-0:13

2 stops36h 58m

R13 396

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

17:15-0:13

2 stops36h 58m

R13 396

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

17:15-0:13

2 stops36h 58m

R13 396

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia (average of R13 874). Flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 639). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Philadelphia in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 16 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Philadelphia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
673 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 524 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia?

    American Airlines can get you from Cape Town to Philadelphia in just under 25h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 12627 km.

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

    Flying on Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to Philadelphia, with prices starting at R14 977. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at R15 573 and R16 490, respectively. Users have found that Virgin Atlantic is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia (average of R13 874). Flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 639). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia on these airlines

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Top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia. 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 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 977AverageR16 585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 573AverageR20 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 490AverageR18 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 430AverageR19 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 726AverageR22 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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