Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Cape Town (CPT) from $1,034

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RDU — CPT
jun. 4 — jun. 111

The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,496

Round-trip from

$1,254
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Cape Town?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Cape Town. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 22 days in advance to save up to 47% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 22 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,261, or $1,621 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Cape Town?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from Raleigh. Prices for September average $1,498 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,128. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 30% on your journey compared to booking in December

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to CPT?

When flying from Raleigh to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Raleigh and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Kenya Airways flights we've come across from Raleigh to Cape Town. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
mié. 10/306:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops31h 35mKenya Airways
mar. 11/122:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops26h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,036
mié. 10/3010:50 amRDU - CPT
3 stops44h 50mKenya Airways
mar. 11/122:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops26h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,094
jue. 9/266:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops48h 25mKenya Airways
vie. 10/42:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,119
jue. 10/106:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops48h 25mKenya Airways
jue. 10/1711:00 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops44h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,127
lun. 10/146:20 amRDU - CPT
3 stops49h 20mKenya Airways
lun. 10/212:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,143
mié. 10/3010:50 amRDU - CPT
2 stops27h 05mKenya Airways
mar. 11/129:15 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops43h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,153
sáb. 10/126:20 amRDU - CPT
3 stops49h 20mKenya Airways
jue. 10/1711:00 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops44h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,154
jue. 10/106:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops48h 25mKenya Airways
jue. 10/172:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops29h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,190
vie. 11/157:00 amRDU - CPT
3 stops47h 40mKenya Airways
mié. 12/252:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops54h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,196

Cheap Air France flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Raleigh and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Air France flights we've found at this time heading from Raleigh to Cape Town. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
sáb. 10/126:20 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop21h 05mAir France
dom. 10/2011:30 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop22h 40mAir France
Deal found 5/29$1,134
vie. 11/157:59 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops43h 26mAir France
mar. 12/2412:30 amCPT - RDU
1 stop22h 55mAir France
Deal found 5/29$1,505

Cheap Raleigh to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Raleigh to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on mayo 30, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Raleigh to Cape Town in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
lun. 6/1712:05 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops23h 45mDelta
dom. 6/309:30 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop19h 04mDelta
Deal found 5/29$1,520
lun. 6/171:56 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 29mKLM
dom. 6/3011:15 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops31h 12mKLM
Deal found 5/29$1,570
vie. 6/146:10 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop34h 50mBritish Airways
jue. 6/206:55 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop23h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/30$1,774
vie. 6/146:10 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop34h 50mBritish Airways
jue. 6/206:55 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops28h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/30$1,852
jue. 6/279:59 amRDU - CPT
1 stop25h 51mDelta
sáb. 7/611:15 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops39h 24mDelta
Deal found 5/30$1,860
jue. 6/276:05 amRDU - CPT
2 stops29h 45mDelta
sáb. 7/611:15 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops39h 24mDelta
Deal found 5/30$1,865
vie. 6/1411:41 amRDU - CPT
2 stops27h 44mDelta
vie. 6/2111:15 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops30h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/29$1,894
vie. 6/146:10 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops44h 45mBritish Airways
jue. 6/206:55 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops35h 57mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/30$2,009
vie. 6/146:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops33h 25mDelta
jue. 6/2011:15 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops40h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/30$2,039

Raleigh to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Raleigh and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Raleigh to Cape Town in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
jue. 10/106:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/212:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,034
mié. 10/306:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops31h 35mKenya Airways
mar. 11/122:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops26h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,036
sáb. 10/126:20 amRDU - CPT
3 stops49h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/222:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,060
jue. 10/106:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/202:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops34h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,064
vie. 10/117:59 pmRDU - CPT
3 stops59h 41mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/212:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,065
jue. 10/106:20 amRDU - CPT
2 stops48h 25mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/182:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,091
mié. 10/3010:50 amRDU - CPT
3 stops44h 50mKenya Airways
mar. 11/122:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops26h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,094
vie. 10/117:59 pmRDU - CPT
3 stops59h 41mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/202:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops34h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,096
mar. 10/153:45 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops47h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/222:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,102

Raleigh to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Raleigh to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Raleigh to Cape Town should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
dom. 6/96:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
vie. 6/142:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops50h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$6,534
dom. 6/95:46 amRDU - CPT
2 stops47h 04mQatar Airways
vie. 6/141:00 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/30$8,355
dom. 6/92:27 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops38h 33mAmerican Airlines
vie. 6/146:55 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop23h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/30$9,773
dom. 6/97:55 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop37h 25mUnited Airlines
vie. 6/148:00 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop28h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$11,531
dom. 6/96:22 amRDU - CPT
3 stops49h 18mKenya Airways
vie. 6/142:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops50h 16mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/30$15,270

Find flights from Raleigh to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh to Cape Town 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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated mayo 30, 2024.

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Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 10/10

2 stops48h 25m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/21

3 stops29h 15m

$1,034

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/30

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/12

3 stops26h 35m

$1,036

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 10/12

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/20

1 stop22h 40m

$1,134

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 10/14

2 stops21h 13m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/20

1 stop21h 16m

$1,141

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/16

2 stops26h 30m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/27

3 stops30h 05m

$1,180

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/30

2 stops38h 19m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 11/12

1 stop24h 11m

$1,240

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 11/15

2 stops33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 12/25

2 stops34h 01m

$1,292

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/16

2 stops46h 48m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/27

2 stops39h 23m

$1,343

Raleigh-DurhamCape Town Intl

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 10/13

2 stops32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 10/20

1 stop26h 05m

$1,353

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Deals found on 5/29

How far ahead should I book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on May 24, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 21 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Cape Town?

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Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated mayo 30, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Raleigh to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Kenya Airways, Air France and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.9
Good
1,520 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,339 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.5
Good
1,730 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
3,711 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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  • Can I find flights from Raleigh to Cape Town for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Raleigh to Cape Town for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,034, but on average you can expect to pay $1,107.

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    There are currently 5+ open flights from Raleigh to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $6,600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Raleigh to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Cape Town is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,036 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air France and Delta, starting at $1,134 and $1,141 round-trip. Users have found that Kenya Airways is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does RDU to CPT mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Raleigh-Durham Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RDU to CPT flight.

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    Many airlines flying from Raleigh to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

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    The Raleigh to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/29.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town (average of $1,254). Flying from Raleigh to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,743). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$1,161Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,180Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,212Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,249Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest$1,254Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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