Cape Town

$755+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Cape Town (CPT)

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RDU — CPT
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl are usually found in April or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,111
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$755
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,511
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From Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Cape Town Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/410:10 amRDU - CPT
2 stops41h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/118:50 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop29h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$958
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 10/214:21 pmRDU - CPT
2 stops35h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/48:50 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,007
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 5/46:05 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop34h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/116:55 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop24h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,111
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/27:11 amRDU - CPT
2 stops32h 29mKenya Airways
Tue 4/292:30 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops27h 56mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/29$1,151
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/16:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops25h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/111:50 pmCPT - RDU
3 stops30h 13mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/30$1,249
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/59:55 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop31h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 3/1410:00 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop27h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/30$1,310
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/16:00 amRDU - CPT
2 stops47h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 4/284:35 pmCPT - RDU
2 stops33h 46mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,328
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/155:05 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop35h 50mLufthansa
Sat 3/229:30 amCPT - RDU
2 stops44h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 1/29$1,378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sat 10/1811:30 amRDU - CPT
1 stop24h 20mDelta
Sun 10/269:15 pmCPT - RDU
1 stop19h 37mDelta
Deal found 1/29$1,448
This Atrapalo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Atrapalo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/167:20 pmRDU - CPT
1 stop21h 10mAir France
Sun 3/238:50 amCPT - RDU
1 stop38h 25mAir France
Deal found 1/29$1,811

Find flights from Raleigh to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 January 30, 2025.

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RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/4

6:05 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/11

6:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,111

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/5

9:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/14

6:45 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$1,121

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/2

7:11 am-1:40 pm

3 stops48h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/22

2:30 pm-2:18 pm

3 stops29h 48m

$1,151

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/16

5:40 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/23

9:30 am-11:42 pm

2 stops44h 12m

$1,177

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops47h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/28

4:35 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$1,328

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/30

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/30

2:35 pm-2:03 pm

3 stops29h 28m

$1,358

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/15

5:05 pm-10:55 am

1 stop35h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/22

9:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops44h 14m

$1,378

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

10:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/3

9:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,418

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/2

6:59 am-9:25 pm

2 stops32h 26m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/29

8:05 pm-2:08 pm

1 stop24h 03m

$1,492

RaleighCape Town

RDU - CPT

RDUCPT

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/16

7:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/23

8:50 am-5:15 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$1,811

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Raleigh-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 January 30, 2025.

When flying from Raleigh to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Cape Town?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings 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 January 30, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Raleigh to Cape Town is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,111 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and United Airlines, starting at $1,151 and $1,177 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $792. Qatar Airways flights start at $808 while deals on Lufthansa start at $862 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Raleigh 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 4 airlines flying from Raleigh to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,099Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,136Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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