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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R8 001

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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 17 March 2026.

Tue 28/420:00
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop24h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 5/517:45
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop33h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3R13 637
Wed 1/413:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 16/419:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R14 912
Tue 28/413:00
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/519:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/3R15 164
Mon 13/413:00
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/519:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/3R15 180
Wed 29/413:00
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops46h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/519:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/3R15 197
Tue 5/513:00
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/1119:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/3R15 214
Fri 22/513:00
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1119:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3R15 298
Tue 31/313:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/419:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R15 348
Sat 2/513:00
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 16/519:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/3R15 398
Sun 26/413:00
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/519:25
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R15 415
Thu 10/914:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 27/913:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/3R15 684
Sun 26/414:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 3/513:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/3R15 700

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 637

One-way from

R8 001

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 925

Good round-trip deal

R16 304 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 916 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/4-5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 27m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 00m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R17 376 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 551 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 17 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to the United States that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

20:00-21:18

2 stops31h 18m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 15/11

10:12-18:00

2 stops24h 48m

R16 690

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:00-5:40

2 stops46h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/6

19:25-11:30

1 stop34h 05m

R17 160

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

19:50-5:35

Nonstop15h 45m

Newark

Mon 27/4

9:00-15:20

2 stops24h 20m

R17 495

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:05-10:42

1 stop20h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

13:10-21:25

2 stops26h 15m

R17 629
Fastest return journey

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

20:00-9:59

1 stop19h 59m

Newark

Sun 3/5

20:40-17:10

Nonstop14h 30m

R17 831

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:00-9:47

1 stop19h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

9:10-9:30

2 stops42h 20m

R18 284

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

23:15-0:57

2 stops34h 42m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 3/8

10:50-17:50

1 stop22h 00m

R18 401

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/7

23:15-15:35

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 21/8

17:15-17:50

2 stops42h 35m

R18 485

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

20:05-6:31

Nonstop16h 26m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/5

15:20-21:25

1 stop24h 05m

R18 518

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

23:15-23:55

2 stops33h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 3/5

23:55-17:50

1 stop32h 55m

R18 602

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R11 138). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R13 335). 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 17 March 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 10% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 256 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 in the morning 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 Thursday 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 9% of flights being delayed.

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 17 March 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
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
682 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 431 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 258 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 R17 629, United Airlines can have you in USA from Cape Town in 20h 37m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 12566 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?

    R4 183 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R6 604 and R7 764, 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 - Newark. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Cape Town Intl - Dallas/Fort Worth.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R11 138). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R13 335). 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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 896AverageR16 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 736AverageR17 553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR13 054AverageR18 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 236AverageR17 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 837AverageR16 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 359AverageR18 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 651AverageR16 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 165AverageR20 918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 282AverageR17 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 076AverageR20 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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