Cape Town

$814+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Cape Town (CPT)

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PHL — CPT
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,099
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$814
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,972
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From Philadelphia to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Cape Town Intl
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia 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 12/2610:32 amPHL - CPT
1 stop22h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/108:50 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop20h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,478
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:10 amPHL - CPT
2 stops32h 00mDelta
Fri 1/1011:20 pmCPT - PHL
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,596
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.
Thu 12/265:45 pmPHL - CPT
2 stops54h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/109:30 amCPT - PHL
2 stops61h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,782
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/208:52 amPHL - CPT
2 stops40h 08mBritish Airways
Sun 12/228:55 pmCPT - PHL
1 stop26h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/16$3,760

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PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Wed 1/15

6:40 pm-10:20 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/6

6:55 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,099

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Sun 1/26

9:21 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

6:45 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$1,111

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 1/28

9:21 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/11

8:55 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,112

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Mon 2/10

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/25

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$1,237

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 1/16

10:10 am-4:10 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/23

8:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,269

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 3/4

1:00 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

11:00 pm-12:50 am

2 stops31h 50m

$1,339

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 1/14

5:35 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/17

6:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$1,379

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

10:45 am-6:30 am

2 stops37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/23

8:50 am-9:16 pm

2 stops42h 26m

$1,385

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Thu 1/16

5:45 pm-7:20 am

2 stops54h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/16

9:00 am-12:30 am

2 stops45h 30m

$1,389

PhiladelphiaCape Town

PHL - CPT

PHLCPT

Philadelphia

Tue 2/11

8:01 pm-10:40 am

1 stop31h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/23

12:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$1,417

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
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 Philadelphia-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Cape Town

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to 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 December 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Delta from Philadelphia to Cape Town have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
1,504 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Cape Town is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,099 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $1,111 and $1,237 round-trip. British Airways is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $827. Qatar Airways flights start at $992 while deals on British Airways start at $1,114 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Cape Town?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$935Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,109Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,129Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,194Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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