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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia from R17 688

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — PHL
Dec 21 — Dec 281
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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R31 703

One-way from

R17 688

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R18 658
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/1-12/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Philadelphia
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28/12
  • 28/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R21 117 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 785 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Best flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Philadelphia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Mon 5/112:35CPT - PHL
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 12/119:45PHL - CPT
1 stop38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/11R31 703
Mon 5/120:50CPT - PHL
2 stops31h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/110:30PHL - CPT
1 stop22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11R32 500
Mon 5/119:00CPT - PHL
2 stops34h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/115:30PHL - CPT
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11R49 737

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Cape Town

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Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/1

12:35-9:00

1 stop27h 25m

Philadelphia

Mon 12/1

19:45-17:25

1 stop38h 40m

R31 703

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/1

20:50-21:36

2 stops31h 46m

Philadelphia

Mon 12/1

10:30-16:10

1 stop22h 40m

R32 500

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/1

19:00-22:46

2 stops34h 46m

Philadelphia

Mon 12/1

15:30-7:40

3 stops33h 10m

R49 737

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/12

17:15-23:15

3 stops37h 00m

R17 688

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/12

20:35-16:00

2 stops26h 25m

R18 935

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

14:15-19:00

3 stops34h 45m

R46 099

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

18:50-16:40

1 stop27h 50m

R63 146

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Deals found on 19/11

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 R14 084). Flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 891). 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 21 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 21 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
1 414 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
1 414 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 414 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
674 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 414 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
1 414 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
9 029 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 414 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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
7 533 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 414 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

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?

    Qatar Airways and United Airlines can get you from Cape Town to Philadelphia in just under 27h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12627 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 R15 204. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at R15 809 and R16 740, 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 R14 084). Flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 891). 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

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 21 November 2025.
United Airlines flights from Cape Town Intl to Philadelphia
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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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 204AverageR16 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 809AverageR21 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR16 740AverageR19 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 694AverageR19 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 994AverageR22 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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