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$342+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) 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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CPT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) 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 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$548
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$342
(FlightHub)
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This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/283:40 amRUH - CPT
1 stop11h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/81:50 pmCPT - RUH
1 stop11h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$548
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/39:10 pmRUH - CPT
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/101:50 pmCPT - RUH
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$839
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/810:30 pmRUH - CPT
1 stop19h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2812:35 pmCPT - RUH
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/19$870
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/309:00 amRUH - CPT
2 stops37h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 1/162:25 pmCPT - RUH
3 stops29h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,183
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/29:15 pmRUH - CPT
2 stops38h 15mOman Air
Sun 12/812:35 pmCPT - RUH
2 stops37h 30mOman Air
Deal found 11/20$1,230
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/284:00 amRUH - CPT
2 stops37h 40mEgyptair
Fri 1/175:20 pmCPT - RUH
2 stops17h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 11/20$1,707

Find flights from Riyadh to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 12/1

3:40 am-1:45 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/8

1:50 pm-2:10 am

1 stop11h 20m

$548

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 4/20

4:20 am-5:15 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/27

1:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop12h 50m

$585

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 12/2

5:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/9

2:35 pm-2:10 am

1 stop10h 35m

$940

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 12/30

9:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/16

2:25 pm-8:45 pm

3 stops29h 20m

$1,183

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 12/2

9:15 pm-10:30 am

2 stops38h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/8

12:35 pm-3:05 am

2 stops37h 30m

$1,230

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 12/7

3:40 am-2:30 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$342

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 12/8

10:30 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$369

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 11/25

6:45 am-1:45 pm

2 stops56h 00m

$373

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 12/8

1:00 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$1,021

RiyadhCape Town

RUH - CPT

RUHCPT

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 12/7

2:30 am-1:35 pm

3 stops36h 05m

$1,198

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Compare providers for flights from Riyadh to Cape Town

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Riyadh 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh 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 20, 2024.

When flying from Riyadh to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight 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 November 20, 2024.
Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,915 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
786 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Egyptair
7.0
Good
424 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $548. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $585 and $1,183, respectively. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $342. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Egyptair, as they are both options that can get you from Riyadh to Cape Town for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Cape Town (average of $1,286). Flying from Riyadh 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 2 airlines flying from Riyadh to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$589Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$649Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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