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$863+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Cape Town (CPT)

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CMH — CPT
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 November 14, 2024.

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$1,045
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$863
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:20 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops32h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/176:45 pmCPT - CMH
2 stops30h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:07 amCMH - CPT
2 stops37h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/178:50 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop24h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$1,497
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:05 amCMH - CPT
3 stops47h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 12/172:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops34h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/14$1,911
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:00 amCMH - CPT
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/171:50 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops31h 17mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/14$2,228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:25 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops57h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/52:25 pmCPT - CMH
3 stops28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/14$3,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:09 pmCMH - CPT
2 stops29h 21mDelta
Sun 1/59:15 pmCPT - CMH
1 stop22h 44mDelta
Deal found 11/14$3,329

Find flights from Columbus to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 1/15

2:08 pm-6:10 am

2 stops33h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/15

8:05 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop24h 24m

$1,045

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 1/15

7:03 am-9:40 pm

2 stops31h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/15

2:30 pm-6:04 pm

3 stops33h 34m

$1,179

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 2/17

4:45 pm-8:00 am

2 stops32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/3

8:50 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,261

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Thu 2/20

7:03 am-12:55 pm

2 stops46h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

2:25 pm-11:44 am

3 stops27h 19m

$1,270

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Mon 2/17

6:05 am-2:30 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/3

2:35 pm-2:16 pm

3 stops30h 41m

$1,337

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 1/15

7:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/15

8:00 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$1,383

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Tue 3/4

6:05 am-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$863

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 1/15

6:46 am-12:00 pm

3 stops46h 14m

$1,048

ColumbusCape Town

CMH - CPT

CMHCPT

Columbus

Wed 1/15

5:06 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$1,131

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Deals found on 11/13

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Cape Town in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

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

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 November 14, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
791 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
294 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,788 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Columbus, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Cape Town Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Delta, at $1,045, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Kenya Airways. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Cape Town for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Columbus to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Cape Town. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,225Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,249Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,359Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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