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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R7 898

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
May 29 — Jun 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 April 2026.

Thu 21/513:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/4R12 749
Sun 31/513:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 15/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R12 766
Sun 21/613:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 17/710:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R12 782
Tue 9/619:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops41h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/68:54
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R14 753
Mon 8/615:10
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops47h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 15/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/4R15 067
Mon 1/615:10
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops47h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 15/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/4R15 150
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/619:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R15 250
Sat 15/813:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R15 316
Wed 20/515:10
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops47h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/4R15 697
Tue 7/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/87:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R15 713
Wed 17/619:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/78:54
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R15 746
Fri 29/519:30
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/611:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R16 508

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 749

One-way from

R7 898

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 588

Good round-trip deal

R18 269 or less

Good one-way deal

R18 054 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/5-8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 40m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 954 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 030 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 29 April 2026.
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Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-0:12

2 stops40h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 16/9

20:30-10:15

1 stop31h 45m

R17 154

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

13:15-15:55

1 stop32h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/7

7:00-10:15

2 stops45h 15m

R17 435

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/10

19:30-22:20

1 stop32h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/10

1:20-10:30

1 stop27h 10m

R18 164

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:15-15:10

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

11:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R18 660

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

20:25-14:40

2 stops48h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 15/7

16:25-17:30

2 stops43h 05m

R18 710

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

17:25-14:40

2 stops51h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 23/6

16:25-13:25

2 stops39h 00m

R18 710

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/7

17:25-14:40

2 stops51h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 8/8

16:25-23:35

2 stops49h 10m

R18 710

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

17:25-14:40

2 stops51h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 21/7

16:25-18:55

2 stops44h 30m

R18 710

Cape TownMiami

CPT - MIA

CPTMIA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

19:30-18:35

1 stop29h 05m

Miami

Wed 17/6

23:30-10:15

1 stop28h 45m

R18 909

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

19:35-14:40

2 stops49h 05m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 22/9

16:25-19:45

2 stops45h 20m

R19 190

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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

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.

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 R15 978). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R20 548). 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 April 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 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 29 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

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
1 510 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

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
3 726 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

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
4 343 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

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
9 680 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

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
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

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 R19 306, Qatar Airways can have you in USA from Cape Town in 29h 22m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 12585 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 519 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 Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from R7 664 and R7 934, 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 - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

  • 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 R15 978). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R20 548). 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 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 743AverageR15 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 571AverageR16 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 866AverageR18 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 659AverageR16 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 668AverageR18 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 462AverageR16 497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 970AverageR21 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR15 187AverageR18 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 072AverageR17 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 856AverageR20 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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