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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R8 291

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Dec 29 — Jan 51
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 29 November 2025.

Tue 23/1221:30CPT - BOS
1 stop24h 17mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 19/113:30BOS - CPT
1 stop22h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/11R12 129
Mon 22/1223:35CPT - BOS
1 stop27h 45mSWISS
Sun 18/122:10BOS - CPT
2 stops33h 25mSWISS
Deal found 28/11R13 499
Sun 21/1220:50CPT - BOS
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/112:45BOS - CPT
2 stops22h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/11R13 533
Wed 24/1214:15CPT - BOS
2 stops36h 45mSWISS
Mon 19/122:10BOS - CPT
2 stops33h 25mSWISS
Deal found 28/11R13 670
Sun 21/1221:30CPT - BOS
1 stop24h 17mDelta
Thu 22/117:26BOS - CPT
1 stop18h 49mDelta
Deal found 28/11R13 722
Tue 2/1223:45CPT - BOS
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Tue 9/1219:10BOS - CPT
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Deal found 27/11R13 876
Mon 22/129:30CPT - BOS
2 stops41h 50mSWISS
Mon 19/122:10BOS - CPT
2 stops33h 25mSWISS
Deal found 28/11R14 064
Fri 26/1221:30CPT - BOS
1 stop32h 41mDelta
Thu 22/113:30BOS - CPT
1 stop22h 45mDelta
Deal found 28/11R14 544
Wed 24/127:55CPT - BOS
1 stop36h 40mDelta
Thu 22/120:20BOS - CPT
1 stop26h 30mDelta
Deal found 28/11R14 990
Tue 2/1221:30CPT - BOS
1 stop29h 03mDelta
Mon 8/1220:25BOS - CPT
1 stop26h 25mDelta
Deal found 27/11R15 589
Tue 2/128:00CPT - BOS
1 stop41h 55mKLM
Wed 10/1220:25BOS - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKLM
Deal found 27/11R15 658
Thu 25/1221:30CPT - ATL
Nonstop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/120:50ATL - CPT
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/11R15 692

Cheap 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 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 129

One-way from

R8 291

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 446

Good round-trip deal

R14 981 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 965 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 23/12-19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 02m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 34m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 382 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 925 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 29 November 2025.
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Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

19:50-9:21

1 stop19h 31m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 2/4

14:30-15:20

1 stop18h 50m

R13 499

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

19:50-9:21

1 stop19h 31m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 3/4

19:34-15:20

1 stop37h 46m

R13 499

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/12

20:50-14:20

1 stop24h 30m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 20/1

12:45-18:00

2 stops22h 15m

R13 533

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/12

20:50-10:37

1 stop20h 47m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 19/1

14:20-16:10

1 stop18h 50m

R13 533

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

19:50-8:44

1 stop18h 54m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 11/8

20:20-17:10

2 stops38h 50m

R13 533

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

20:00-19:06

1 stop29h 06m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 3/5

16:30-17:10

1 stop18h 40m

R13 533

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

19:50-14:29

2 stops24h 39m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 2/4

9:30-15:20

1 stop23h 50m

R13 533

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

19:50-14:29

2 stops24h 39m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 4/4

14:30-15:20

1 stop18h 50m

R13 533

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/3

20:50-14:31

1 stop23h 41m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/4

12:20-15:20

2 stops45h 00m

R13 585

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 16/3

11:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R14 287

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R9 628). Flying from Cape Town to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 047). 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 29 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to USA is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to USA?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to USA. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to USA flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 236 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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 Wednesday 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 11% 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 29 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM, andVirgin Atlantic 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 056 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 544 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 425 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 R13 482, United Airlines can have you in USA from Cape Town in 24h 39m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 12431 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?

    R9 114 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 Delta and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from R9 473 and R9 713, 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 - Dallas/Fort Worth. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson or Cape Town Intl - Boston Logan Intl.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R9 628). Flying from Cape Town to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 047). 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 29 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 246AverageR20 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 150AverageR16 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 613AverageR18 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SWISSCheapestR12 831AverageR17 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR13 113AverageR18 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 518AverageR18 942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 000AverageR16 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 665AverageR19 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 993AverageR16 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 662AverageR18 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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