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Cheap flights from Minneapolis (MSP) to Cape Town (CPT) from $1,277

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 10/23. 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.
MSP — CPT
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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The best prices from Minneapolis St Paul to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Minneapolis to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minneapolis (MSP) 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 June 6, 2024.

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$2,121

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$1,255
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Cape Town?

Leaving on a Saturday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 11% on the overall cost on flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town, book at least 44 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 37% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,564 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $2,012.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from Minneapolis. Prices for February average $1,898 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,510. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a February flight can save you 11% on your journey compared to booking in June

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Minneapolis to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Cheap Minneapolis to Cape Town flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Minneapolis to Cape Town specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Minneapolis to Cape Town in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 6/105:35 amMSP - CPT
2 stops46h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 6/301:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops39h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,041
Sun 7/285:30 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/241:05 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,067
Mon 6/107:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops44h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 6/301:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops39h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$2,114
Wed 7/178:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops44h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 7/244:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops35h 58mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,132
Sun 7/283:05 pmMSP - CPT
1 stop35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/246:10 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,148
Tue 7/306:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops45h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 8/121:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,150
Wed 6/125:35 amMSP - CPT
2 stops46h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 7/241:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops42h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,167
Sun 7/281:26 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops38h 24mQatar Airways
Mon 8/191:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops41h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,189
Sat 7/271:26 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops38h 24mQatar Airways
Wed 8/211:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops41h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,214

Minneapolis to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Minneapolis and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
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Wed 10/236:47 amMSP - CPT
2 stops31h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/306:15 amCPT - MSP
3 stops38h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,277
Wed 10/236:47 amMSP - CPT
2 stops31h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/302:30 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops29h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,287
Wed 10/236:47 amMSP - CPT
3 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/3010:15 amCPT - MSP
3 stops34h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,330
Thu 10/246:47 amMSP - CPT
3 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/295:45 amCPT - MSP
3 stops38h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,499
Mon 9/164:05 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops35h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 9/301:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,517
Thu 10/248:02 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops61h 53mQatar Airways
Tue 10/2912:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,670
Thu 10/246:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops48h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/291:50 pmCPT - MSP
3 stops36h 34mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$1,676
Sun 8/257:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops45h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/14:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops36h 12mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,699
Sun 11/37:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops43h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 11/2312:35 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops40h 01mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,731

Minneapolis to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Minneapolis 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 6/125:35 amMSP - CPT
2 stops46h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 7/241:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops42h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,167
Wed 6/122:06 pmMSP - CPT
2 stops37h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/245:45 amCPT - MSP
3 stops38h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,606
Wed 6/126:47 amMSP - CPT
3 stops46h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/242:30 pmCPT - MSP
3 stops30h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,721
Wed 6/1212:08 pmMSP - CPT
1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/242:00 pmCPT - MSP
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,226
Wed 6/125:15 pmMSP - CPT
1 stop21h 10mKLM
Wed 7/2411:15 pmCPT - MSP
1 stop22h 45mKLM
Deal found 6/5$3,265

One-way flights to Cape Town from Minneapolis

Search for one-way flight options from Minneapolis to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Sat 6/157:53 pmMSP - CPT
3 stops58h 07mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$1,289
Sat 6/156:00 amMSP - CPT
2 stops25h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$1,451
Sat 6/155:15 pmMSP - CPT
1 stop21h 10mKLM
Deal found 6/5$2,689

Find flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minneapolis 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/24

3 stops31h 08m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/29

3 stops38h 41m

$1,499

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/16

2 stops35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/30

2 stops40h 32m

$1,517

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/23

2 stops44h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/30

2 stops32h 49m

$1,613

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/24

2 stops48h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/29

3 stops36h 34m

$1,676

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/25

2 stops45h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops36h 12m

$1,699

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 9/16

2 stops24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/30

1 stop26h 30m

$1,765

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/25

1 stop35h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops28h 55m

$1,812

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/3

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/22

2 stops31h 50m

$1,883

Minneapolis St PaulCape Town Intl

MSP - CPT

MSPCPT

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 11/3

1 stop23h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/22

1 stop22h 20m

$2,005

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 Minneapolis to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minneapolis to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minneapolis to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Minneapolis 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.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 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 June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and Qatar Airways from Minneapolis to Cape Town. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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.

KLM
7.9
Good
1,489 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,312 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,718 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,499, but on average you can expect to pay $1,810.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Minneapolis to Cape Town for under $2,200?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $2,200.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $1,517. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,676 and $1,699, respectively. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does MSP 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 Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MSP to CPT flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Minneapolis to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Minneapolis to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Minneapolis to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minneapolis to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Minneapolis 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.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Minneapolis to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Minneapolis to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Minneapolis to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Minneapolis to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Minneapolis to Cape Town?

    Before booking your flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town check out the most popular airlines for this route: Delta, KLM or Lufthansa.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minneapolis to Cape Town (average of $1,255). Flying from Minneapolis to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,716). 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 5 airlines flying from Minneapolis to Cape Town

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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,196Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,375Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,479Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,598Average$1,855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,613Average$2,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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