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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R7 726

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 21/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 May 2026.

Tue 16/613:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 21/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/5R12 767
Sat 20/613:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 28/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/5R12 783
Sun 31/513:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 31/810:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/5R12 849
Sun 14/620:00
CPT
-
BOS
2 stops35h 14m
United Airlines
Fri 25/98:15
BOS
-
CPT
2 stops49h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5R13 678
Tue 16/620:00
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop20h 20m
United Airlines
Fri 18/95:45
BOS
-
CPT
2 stops29h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/5R13 811
Tue 16/620:00
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 12/914:28
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/5R13 861
Thu 18/619:50
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop28h 07m
United Airlines
Thu 20/85:45
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop27h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/5R13 944
Tue 16/620:00
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 27/915:35
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5R14 010
Tue 16/620:00
CPT
-
BOS
2 stops23h 12m
United Airlines
Sat 26/97:30
BOS
-
CPT
2 stops25h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/5R14 027
Thu 18/619:50
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop25h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 18/95:45
BOS
-
CPT
2 stops29h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/5R14 043
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/67:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R14 143
Wed 17/623:15
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop25h 15m
KLM
Mon 17/819:05
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop20h 20m
KLM
Deal found 19/5R14 574

Find flight deals from Cape Town to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 767

One-way from

R7 726

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 177

Good round-trip deal

R18 895 or less

Good one-way deal

R20 688 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/6-21/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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21/7
  • 21/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 44m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 918 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 580 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to USA.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to USA.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to USA 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 21 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

20:00-1:14

2 stops35h 14m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 20/9

6:00-15:20

2 stops51h 20m

R13 678

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

20:00-23:59

1 stop33h 59m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 3/7

20:15-15:20

2 stops37h 05m

R16 282

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/6

19:50-9:12

1 stop19h 22m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 20/9

7:05-15:20

2 stops50h 15m

R16 514

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

13:15-15:55

1 stop32h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 6/9

19:10-10:15

1 stop33h 05m

R16 630

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-20:48

3 stops32h 58m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

6:00-16:10

2 stops24h 10m

R16 663

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/10

19:50-16:55

1 stop30h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 29/10

8:40-16:10

1 stop22h 30m

R16 663

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

20:00-23:26

1 stop34h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/7

13:30-15:20

1 stop18h 50m

R16 762

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

20:05-12:08

2 stops25h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 10/2

9:53-18:35

2 stops22h 42m

R16 912

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

13:15-22:42

2 stops39h 27m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 28/6

19:10-10:15

1 stop33h 05m

R17 276

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

19:30-12:25

1 stop25h 55m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/9

16:25-10:15

1 stop32h 50m

R18 188

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to USA

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to the United States

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R16 049). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R21 173). 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 US?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 May 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 USA as you normally would.

How often are flights from Cape Town to the United States delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 238 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to the United States flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to the United States flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to USA. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 21 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 384 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 746 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to USA. 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 United States?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to United States from Cape Town.

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

    For as low as R16 912, United Airlines can have you in USA from Cape Town in 25h 03m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 16486 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to USA one-way?

    R7 674 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 R7 945 and R9 506, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Cape Town to USA 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 USA that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R16 049). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R21 173). 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 USA

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to USA. 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 759AverageR15 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 503AverageR16 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 884AverageR18 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 687AverageR18 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 394AverageR16 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 481AverageR16 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 112AverageR21 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR15 207AverageR18 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 094AverageR17 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 878AverageR20 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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