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Cheap flights from Cape Town to the United States from R7 808

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — LAX
Jul 18 — Jul 251
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 18 June 2026.

Tue 29/920:05
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop23h 44m
Delta
Sun 11/1020:15
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop39h 35m
Delta
Deal found 16/6R14 123
Tue 16/623:15
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop23h 20m
KLM
Tue 23/613:10
BOS
-
CPT
2 stops26h 15m
KLM
Deal found 15/6R14 253
Thu 1/1019:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Qatar Airways
Tue 13/1020:30
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/6R14 610
Thu 1/1019:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/109:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R14 675
Sun 6/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 20/97:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 12m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R14 740
Thu 2/723:15
CPT
-
BOS
2 stops29h 26m
Delta
Thu 13/88:55
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Delta
Deal found 14/6R15 016
Fri 17/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops52h 01m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/719:10
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop40h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R15 146
Mon 7/1220:50
CPT
-
BOS
1 stop35h 08m
Delta
Sun 10/115:10
BOS
-
CPT
1 stop20h 25m
Delta
Deal found 13/6R15 178
Fri 10/713:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/78:54
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6R15 211
Thu 3/1218:55
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/127:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops44h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R15 389
Sun 6/913:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/97:03
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6R15 406
Mon 15/619:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/78:54
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops50h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/6R15 438

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 18 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 123

One-way from

R7 808

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 662

Good round-trip deal

R17 471 or less

Good one-way deal

R18 162 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 29/9-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 19m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 40m total
  • Cape Town to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 687 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 332 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 18 June 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 TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/12

20:50-0:58

1 stop35h 08m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 10/1

15:10-18:35

1 stop20h 25m

R15 211

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

23:15-18:30

1 stop25h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 13/8

6:50-17:50

1 stop29h 00m

R16 136

Cape TownBoston

CPT - BOS

CPTBOS

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

17:20-18:05

1 stop31h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 16/11

20:00-12:05

1 stop33h 05m

R16 282

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/7

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/8

16:20-21:25

1 stop22h 05m

R16 363

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

19:30-22:45

2 stops33h 15m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 9/8

19:10-10:15

1 stop33h 05m

R16 380

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

19:50-23:31

2 stops34h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/7

21:40-17:10

2 stops36h 30m

R16 412

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/10

19:30-23:59

2 stops34h 29m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 13/10

17:15-10:15

2 stops35h 00m

R16 510

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

20:00-13:08

2 stops24h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 26/7

7:00-17:10

2 stops27h 10m

R16 558

Cape TownLos Angeles

CPT - LAX

CPTLAX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-19:54

1 stop32h 04m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

8:40-16:10

1 stop21h 30m

R16 558

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

19:50-20:10

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00-17:10

1 stop28h 10m

R16 607

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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 747). Flying from Cape Town to USA in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 191). 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 18 June 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 234 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 18 June 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
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
1 530 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
690 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
4 410 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
9 857 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

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 363, Delta can have you in USA from Cape Town in 22h 15m. Cape Town and USA are separated by a distance of 13700 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 514 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 R7 779 and R9 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 - Los Angeles Los Angeles 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 747). Flying from Cape Town to USA in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 191). 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 18 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 061AverageR15 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 513AverageR15 486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 242AverageR16 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR12 614AverageR19 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR13 072AverageR18 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 410AverageR18 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 179AverageR16 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 625AverageR20 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 812AverageR17 010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 919AverageR22 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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