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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R8 180

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Aug 31 — Sep 71
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 1 August 2026.

Tue 8/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/99:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7R14 162
Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/97:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops52h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7R14 294
Tue 8/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/97:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 12m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7R14 707
Sun 13/919:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 20/919:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7R14 856
Sat 7/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/129:30
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R14 955
Sun 13/919:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/919:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R15 187
Tue 3/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/117:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops44h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7R15 220
Thu 10/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 17/910:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R15 236
Sat 7/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/129:30
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops42h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7R15 319
Wed 9/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 16/910:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 30/7R15 401
Wed 28/1013:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/1110:00
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/7R15 517
Sat 12/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 19/910:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/7R15 781

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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 162

One-way from

R8 180

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 517

Good round-trip deal

R12 808 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 631 or less
8/9-24/9
  • 8/9-24/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 30m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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27/10
  • 27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 573 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 332 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 1 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/9

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 16/10

10:55-14:10

1 stop21h 15m

R15 947

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/10

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 25/10

11:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

R16 062

Cape TownOrlando

CPT - MCO

CPTMCO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/8

19:50-10:40

1 stop20h 50m

Orlando

Wed 26/8

14:20-17:10

1 stop20h 50m

R16 476
Fastest return journey

Cape TownOrlando

CPT - MCO

CPTMCO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

19:50-10:40

1 stop20h 50m

Orlando

Sat 29/8

12:50-15:20

1 stop20h 30m

R16 476

Cape TownOrlando

CPT - MCO

CPTMCO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:00-11:09

1 stop21h 09m

Orlando

Sat 29/8

12:50-15:20

1 stop20h 30m

R16 476

Cape TownOrlando

CPT - MCO

CPTMCO

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

19:50-18:52

2 stops29h 02m

Orlando

Wed 30/9

7:15-17:10

2 stops27h 55m

R16 525

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-11:49

1 stop23h 59m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:25-16:10

1 stop21h 45m

R16 690

Cape TownMiami

CPT - MIA

CPTMIA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:00-11:11

1 stop21h 11m

Miami

Tue 20/10

16:01-17:10

2 stops43h 09m

R17 054

Cape TownMiami

CPT - MIA

CPTMIA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

20:50-22:15

1 stop32h 25m

Miami

Wed 18/11

11:16-18:00

1 stop23h 44m

R17 070

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

15:20-17:45

2 stops35h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 20/9

14:00-17:50

1 stop42h 50m

R17 417

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to USA

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to USA from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R16 509). Flying from Cape Town to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R21 003). 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 1 August 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 12% of weekly flights between Cape Town and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 226 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 75 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 1 August 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
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 460 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 062 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 552 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 476, Ethiopian Air can have you in USA from Cape Town in 20h 50m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 12563 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 649 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 R8 199 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 - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia or Cape Town Intl - Seattle/Tacoma 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R16 509). Flying from Cape Town to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R21 003). 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 206AverageR15 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 720AverageR15 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 547AverageR16 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 861AverageR19 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 217AverageR16 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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DeltaCheapestR13 306AverageR17 784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 650AverageR18 289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 940AverageR20 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 302AverageR16 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 940AverageR20 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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