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Cheap flights to Cape Town

Check fares to Cape Town (CPT) in South Africa and fly for less. A SkyTrip Smart expert locks in the best available price by phone, any hour, any day.

Cape Town CPT
From $879 round-trip8 airlines checked15h 10m fastestExperts on call 24/7
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Lowest fares to Cape Town right now

These are round-trip fares our team has spotted recently from the US. Prices move quickly — call and we’ll confirm what’s live right now.

New York Cape Town JFK–CPT
Delta · 15h 10m nonstop · round-trip
$879
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Newark Cape Town EWR–CPT
United · 15h 10m nonstop · round-trip
$898
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Boston Cape Town BOS–CPT
Turkish Airlines · 15h 10m 1 stop · round-trip
$937
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Chicago Cape Town ORD–CPT
Qatar Airways · 15h 10m 1 stop · round-trip
$983
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Washington Cape Town IAD–CPT
Ethiopian · 15h 10m nonstop · round-trip
$965
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Los Angeles Cape Town LAX–CPT
KLM · 15h 10m 1 stop · round-trip
$1093
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Destination guide

About Cape Town

Cape Town is one of South Africa’s most popular destinations. South Africa delivers safari, wine country and Cape Town’s dramatic scenery in one trip. Big-five game reserves meet cosmopolitan cities and stunning coastlines.

Top things to do in Cape Town

  • Ride the cable car up Table Mountain
  • Safari in Kruger National Park
  • Tour the Cape Winelands
  • Drive the Cape Peninsula to the Cape of Good Hope
  • Visit the penguins at Boulders Beach
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When to book

Best month to fly to Cape Town

Roughly the lowest round-trip price from the US, broken down by month.

Jan
$1389
Feb
$1318
Mar
$1072
Apr
$932
May
$879
Jun
$897
Jul
$949
Aug
$923
Sep
$1011
Oct
$1143
Nov
$1266
Dec
$1424
Cheapest monthPeak season
At a glance

Flight time, distance & essentials

15h 10m

Quickest flight

Fastest routing from the US. Connections add time.

7,970 mi

New York → Cape Town

Approximate great-circle distance.

8+

Airlines

Nonstop and one-stop service from major US hubs.

Rand R

Currency

Cards are widely accepted.

Airlines

Airlines that fly to Cape Town

DeltaUnitedTurkish AirlinesQatar AirwaysEthiopianKLM
Airports

Key airports

Cape Town (CPT)
Travel tips

Handy things to know before you go

Best time to visit

Southern-Hemisphere: Nov–Mar is warm summer in Cape Town; the Kruger safari is best in the dry winter (May–Sep).

Entry & visa

US citizens can visit South Africa visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days.

Getting around

Taxis and shuttles are the main airport transfers; allow extra time in traffic.

Language & power

Local languages plus English/French. Plugs vary; 220–240V.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight to Cape Town?
From the US, round-trip fares to Cape Town tend to start near $879 off-season and climb during busy months. SkyTrip Smart agents regularly dig up unpublished and consolidator fares below the public price — call for a live quote.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?
For Cape Town, May is normally the cheapest month, with round-trips from about $879. Booking roughly 6–10 weeks out usually lands the best value.
Which airlines fly to Cape Town from the US?
You’ll find Delta, United, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and others running nonstop and one-stop routes to Cape Town out of the main US hubs.
How long is a flight to Cape Town?
The quickest US routing takes around 15h 10m. Add a connection and it stretches longer, depending where you start.
Do I need a visa to visit Cape Town?
US passport holders can enter South Africa visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days.
Can I book my flight to Cape Town by phone?
Absolutely — phone booking is what SkyTrip Smart does best. Ring our experts any time at +1 (844) 595-3635 and we’ll compare fares, check what’s live and ticket you on the spot.
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