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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R7 853

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Aug 11 — Aug 181
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 12 July 2026.

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 600
Sun 23/813:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/7R15 169
Tue 13/1020:05
CPT
-
TPA
1 stop27h 41m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/1121:30
TPA
-
CPT
1 stop30h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/7R15 169
Wed 30/919:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops42h 03m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/1119:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R15 185
Mon 7/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Qatar Airways
Tue 20/107:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/7R15 380
Sun 16/819:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/87:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7R15 543
Sun 16/813:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/819:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/7R15 575
Sun 23/820:05
CPT
-
SFO
1 stop30h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 5/96:00
SFO
-
CPT
1 stop26h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/7R15 706
Mon 13/715:10
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/721:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/7R15 803
Tue 7/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/87:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops52h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 852
Sun 2/819:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/816:04
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops60h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 901
Wed 15/719:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops41h 54m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/719:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/7R16 014

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 12 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 169

One-way from

R7 853

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 315

Good round-trip deal

R12 601 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 041 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 45m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 40m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 859 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 285 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 12 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

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownSan Francisco

CPT - SFO

CPTSFO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/8

20:05-21:59

2 stops34h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

9:30-17:50

2 stops23h 20m

R16 079

Cape TownTampa

CPT - TPA

CPTTPA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/11

20:50-18:07

1 stop28h 17m

Tampa

Thu 19/11

8:30-16:10

1 stop24h 40m

R16 291

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 29/8

19:50-0:59

2 stops38h 09m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/12

8:40-16:10

1 stop21h 30m

R16 323

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/8

19:50-13:00

2 stops26h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 28/8

5:45-17:10

2 stops26h 25m

R16 388

Cape TownDallas

CPT - DFW

CPTDFW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

20:50-10:44

2 stops45h 54m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 30/11

12:42-16:10

1 stop19h 28m

R16 388

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 470

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:05-14:02

1 stop26h 57m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 31/8

11:08-17:50

1 stop21h 42m

R16 502

Cape TownDallas

CPT - DFW

CPTDFW

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:00-19:57

2 stops30h 57m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/11

7:27-16:10

1 stop24h 43m

R16 502

Cape TownDallas

CPT - DFW

CPTDFW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

19:50-20:46

1 stop31h 56m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/11

6:38-18:00

1 stop27h 22m

R16 502

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

19:30-15:55

1 stop26h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 26/9

9:03-10:15

2 stops43h 12m

R16 551

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to USA (average of R15 933). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R21 884). 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 12 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 11% 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 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 12 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
1 537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 537 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7,5
Good
693 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
4 442 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
9 978 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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 R16 551, Delta can have you in USA from Cape Town in 26h 25m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 13081 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 525 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 067 and R9 148, 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 - Seattle/Tacoma Intl or Cape Town Intl - Newark.

  • 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 933). Flying from Cape Town to USA in January is currently the most expensive (average of R21 884). 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 12 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 073AverageR14 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 531AverageR15 457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 344AverageR16 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 653AverageR19 141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 092AverageR18 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 430AverageR18 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 849AverageR16 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 647AverageR20 412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 944AverageR22 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 045AverageR16 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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