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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R8 557

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
ene. 8 — ene. 151
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 9 diciembre 2025.

mié. 24/1214:35CPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
lun. 9/210:00IAD - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12R15 790
mié. 24/1223:45CPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
lun. 9/212:40IAD - CPT
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/12R15 841
lun. 15/1221:30CPT - IAD
2 stops25h 53mDelta
dom. 25/112:32IAD - CPT
2 stops23h 43mDelta
Deal found 8/12R15 875
dom. 14/128:00CPT - IAD
1 stop39h 05mDelta
jue. 22/115:42IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 33mDelta
Deal found 8/12R15 926
dom. 14/1223:45CPT - IAD
1 stop23h 20mDelta
sáb. 24/112:29IAD - CPT
2 stops23h 46mDelta
Deal found 8/12R15 943
dom. 14/128:00CPT - IAD
1 stop39h 05mDelta
vie. 23/118:50IAD - CPT
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 8/12R16 011
vie. 19/1221:30CPT - IAD
1 stop27h 31mDelta
mar. 20/118:05IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/12R16 028
mié. 17/1214:35CPT - IAD
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
jue. 22/110:00IAD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/12R16 096
mar. 16/127:55CPT - IAD
2 stops34h 44mDelta
jue. 22/112:23IAD - CPT
2 stops34h 27mDelta
Deal found 8/12R16 113
mié. 17/127:55CPT - IAD
1 stop39h 40mDelta
lun. 26/112:40IAD - CPT
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/12R16 147
dom. 21/1220:50CPT - ATL
2 stops23h 54mUnited Airlines
vie. 2/119:29ATL - CPT
1 stop37h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R16 435
mié. 17/1220:50CPT - SEA
2 stops27h 08mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/115:30SEA - CPT
2 stops38h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R16 605

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 9 diciembre 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 143

One-way from

R8 557

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 150

Good round-trip deal

R14 878 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 850 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 48m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 09m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R26 847 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 239 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 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 9 diciembre 2025.
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Cape Town

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USA

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

jue. 22/1

21:30-21:38

1 stop31h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 29/1

12:20-19:15

1 stop23h 55m

R14 737

Cape TownDallas

CPT - DFW

CPTDFW

Cape Town Intl

lun. 19/1

21:30-21:00

1 stop31h 30m

Dallas/Fort Worth

dom. 1/2

17:38-19:15

1 stop17h 37m

R15 315

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

jue. 22/1

21:30-19:00

1 stop31h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

jue. 29/1

8:15-19:15

1 stop25h 00m

R15 518

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

lun. 19/1

21:30-6:50

Nonstop16h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

lun. 26/1

21:50-19:15

Nonstop14h 25m

R15 535

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

mié. 4/2

20:50-20:30

1 stop30h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 4/3

6:00-19:15

1 stop30h 15m

R15 654

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

mié. 4/2

20:50-22:11

2 stops32h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 4/3

12:20-19:15

1 stop23h 55m

R15 654

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 22/1

21:30-14:45

1 stop24h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 29/1

15:42-22:50

2 stops24h 08m

R15 739

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

jue. 22/1

23:10-20:30

2 stops28h 20m

New York LaGuardia

jue. 29/1

14:00-19:15

1 stop22h 15m

R15 756

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

jue. 22/1

21:30-22:41

1 stop32h 11m

New York LaGuardia

jue. 12/2

16:00-22:50

2 stops23h 50m

R15 773

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

dom. 25/1

21:30-11:45

1 stop21h 15m

New York LaGuardia

dom. 8/2

14:59-19:15

1 stop21h 16m

R15 790

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to USA

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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 321). Flying from Cape Town to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 872). 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 9 diciembre 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 12% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 233 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 9 diciembre 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
3 433 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 433 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 433 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 433 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
675 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 433 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 090 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 433 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 573 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 433 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 R15 790, Virgin Atlantic can have you in USA from Cape Town in 21h 15m. 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?

    R6 684 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R7 969 and R8 307, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R9 321). Flying from Cape Town to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 872). 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 9 diciembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR11 146AverageR20 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 042AverageR16 446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 501AverageR18 357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 997AverageR18 531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 398AverageR18 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR13 869AverageR17 067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 876AverageR15 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 669AverageR16 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 978AverageR19 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 523AverageR18 763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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