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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R7 646

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Aug 16 — Aug 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to USA

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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 July 2026.

Mon 5/1013:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1016:32
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops59h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R14 376
Wed 4/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops59h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1116:19
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops59h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 392
Tue 3/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 654
Thu 22/1013:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 26/1019:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R14 703
Thu 8/1013:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 21/1019:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 720
Sun 19/719:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 818
Sun 19/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7R14 916
Tue 3/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R15 014
Sat 21/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops50h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/18:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R15 047
Mon 14/913:50
CPT
-
IAD
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 17/1010:55
IAD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/7R15 080
Sat 21/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/18:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/7R15 096
Sun 23/813:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R15 276

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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 376

One-way from

R7 646

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 452

Good round-trip deal

R12 690 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 491 or less
5/10-27/10
  • 5/10-27/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 42m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 16m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 061 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 327 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 July 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 29/8

19:50-9:38

1 stop22h 48m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/12

6:55-16:10

1 stop23h 15m

R16 537

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

8:17-16:10

1 stop21h 53m

R16 570

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/8

19:50-15:34

2 stops28h 44m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 13/8

8:17-15:20

1 stop22h 03m

R16 635

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

20:50-10:14

1 stop20h 24m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 22/1

9:39-18:00

2 stops25h 21m

R17 061

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/10

19:50-9:39

1 stop19h 49m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 28/11

9:50-16:10

1 stop23h 20m

R17 110

Cape TownSeattle

CPT - SEA

CPTSEA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:00-20:45

1 stop33h 45m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 9/9

7:30-17:10

1 stop24h 40m

R17 127
Fastest return journey

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

20:05-9:39

1 stop19h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 21/9

13:55-17:50

2 stops21h 55m

R17 274

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - IAD

CPTIAD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:05-20:05

1 stop30h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 28/8

19:26-17:50

1 stop40h 24m

R17 421

Cape TownWashington, D.C.

CPT - DCA

CPTDCA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

20:05-20:33

1 stop30h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/9

19:45-17:50

1 stop40h 05m

R17 421

Cape TownRaleigh

CPT - RDU

CPTRDU

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/12

20:50-12:49

1 stop22h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/1

5:45-18:35

2 stops29h 50m

R17 601

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R16 046). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 039). 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 July 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 228 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 17 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, 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
1 541 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 541 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
693 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
4 448 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
9 997 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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 R17 274, United Airlines can have you in USA from Cape Town in 19h 34m. 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?

    R7 579 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 124 and R9 213, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R16 046). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 039). 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 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 131AverageR14 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 612AverageR15 626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 432AverageR16 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 743AverageR19 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 184AverageR18 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 525AverageR18 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 301AverageR16 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 752AverageR20 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 056AverageR22 586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 153AverageR16 292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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