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$788+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — CPT
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in April or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$950
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One-way from

$788
(Gurufare)

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Average price

$2,275
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:07 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops37h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/98:50 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops28h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:05 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop36h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/55:15 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,532
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/267:20 amIAH - CPT
1 stop27h 40mDelta
Thu 1/911:20 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops31h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/17$2,780
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:20 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/56:00 amCPT - IAH
3 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,989
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:50 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 1/912:35 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop34h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$2,997
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/224:30 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops31h 10mLufthansa
Fri 1/39:30 amCPT - IAH
1 stop39h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$4,410
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:10 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop37h 35mEmirates
Sat 12/281:40 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop34h 40mEmirates
Deal found 12/17$8,881
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/219:45 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop28h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 12/288:55 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop25h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$9,806
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/216:55 pmIAH - CPT
3 stops58h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 12/3111:00 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops47h 17mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$11,849
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/217:55 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops55h 00mSWISS
Mon 12/307:50 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops32h 20mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$12,208

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HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/23

9:20 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/6

5:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$950

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/1

6:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/30

1:00 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,118

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/26

6:10 pm-10:50 am

1 stop33h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/14

3:20 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,191

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/2

6:20 pm-8:00 am

2 stops29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/13

10:00 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops31h 56m

$1,347

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/18

9:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/24

10:00 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops33h 32m

$1,348

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/6

7:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/18

9:15 pm-11:38 am

1 stop21h 23m

$1,378

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/20

7:40 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/11

8:50 pm-6:43 pm

3 stops29h 53m

$1,382

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/28

6:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/16

3:50 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,474

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/4

7:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/24

6:20 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$1,480

HoustonCape Town

IAH - CPT

IAHCPT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/26

6:05 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops59h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/8

2:15 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops34h 39m

$1,538

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 IAH to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 December 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Cape Town, such as Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Houston George Bush Intcntl. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 5 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 9.7 mi from Cape Town’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $950 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and American Airlines, starting at $1,118 and $1,347 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for SWISS. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $788. Users have also found prices from $933 and $993 on Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 George Bush Intcntl to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,017Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,292Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,307Average$1,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,465Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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