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$1,090+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — CPT
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,090
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$1,495
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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:00 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/287:50 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,479
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:00 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops32h 50mLufthansa
Mon 2/39:30 amCPT - MEX
2 stops41h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,561
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/299:35 amMEX - CPT
2 stops42h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/305:15 pmCPT - MEX
1 stop42h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,698
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/302:10 pmMEX - CPT
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Sun 2/29:15 pmCPT - MEX
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,823
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:45 pmMEX - CPT
1 stop40h 25mKLM
Thu 1/3011:20 pmCPT - MEX
1 stop36h 15mKLM
Deal found 12/16$2,205
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sun 12/299:00 pmMEX - CPT
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 2/210:00 pmCPT - MEX
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$2,705
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/239:00 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops40h 55mSWISS
Wed 1/111:55 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops27h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$3,202
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2410:40 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops39h 30mAir France
Thu 1/211:59 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops28h 56mAir France
Deal found 12/17$4,231
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 12/237:40 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops32h 00mEmirates
Thu 1/21:40 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops34h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/17$4,324
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:00 amMEX - CPT
2 stops25h 20mLATAM Airlines
Thu 1/309:20 amCPT - MEX
2 stops28h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/16$4,838
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/309:40 amMEX - CPT
2 stops38h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/28:50 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops30h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$5,939
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/274:15 pmMEX - CPT
2 stops35h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/18:40 pmCPT - MEX
2 stops33h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$8,352

Find flights from Mexico City to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/19

7:50 am-10:55 am

2 stops43h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/27

9:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$1,090

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 1/27

7:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/9

9:15 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,195

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 1/27

8:40 am-9:30 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/9

11:59 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$1,260

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 2/15

7:55 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops41h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/4

8:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop40h 55m

$1,330

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/19

9:40 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/15

11:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,475

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 12/30

9:00 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

9:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops41h 30m

$1,561

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 12/29

9:35 am-12:00 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/30

5:15 pm-3:50 am

1 stop42h 35m

$1,698

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 1/16

7:40 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/31

1:40 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,818

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 1/25

12:05 am-12:10 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/6

10:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$2,392

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 1/31

9:40 am-10:55 am

2 stops41h 15m

$1,397

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Mexico City to Cape Town in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Mexico City-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Mexico City-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mexico City-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico City-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 Mexico City-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Mexico City with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Mexico City to Cape Town

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Mexico City 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 MEX to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Mexico City to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Mexico City to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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 Mexico City 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Mexico City to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,090), Delta ($1,195), and KLM ($1,260) offers the cheapest pricing from Mexico City to Cape Town. United Airlines is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Mexico City to Cape Town one-way?

    $1,397 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $1,569 and $2,801, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Mexico City 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 2 airlines flying from Mexico City to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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
DeltaCheapest$935Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,180Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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