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$820+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — CPT
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,194
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$820
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,482
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/134:52 pmSTL - CPT
2 stops35h 08mBritish Airways
Tue 5/206:55 pmCPT - STL
2 stops30h 38mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Thu 4/243:29 pmSTL - CPT
2 stops36h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/66:55 pmCPT - STL
2 stops30h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/13$1,293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 9/67:20 amSTL - CPT
1 stop27h 30mDelta
Sun 9/148:05 pmCPT - STL
1 stop19h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/14$1,468
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/87:23 amSTL - CPT
2 stops44h 27mQatar Airways
Sun 9/141:00 pmCPT - STL
2 stops38h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,501
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 5/135:29 pmSTL - CPT
2 stops57h 01mLufthansa
Tue 5/206:05 pmCPT - STL
1 stop26h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/15$1,506
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Sun 8/1710:45 amSTL - CPT
2 stops27h 25mKLM
Fri 8/2911:15 pmCPT - STL
2 stops31h 24mKLM
Deal found 4/14$1,549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/131:00 pmSTL - CPT
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/208:00 pmCPT - STL
2 stops25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,662
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 4/146:30 amSTL - CPT
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/228:00 pmCPT - STL
3 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$2,667

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Cape Town that are best for you.

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St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/13

4:52 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 08m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/20

6:55 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,194

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/6

7:20 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/14

8:05 pm-8:10 am

1 stop19h 05m

$1,468

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/8

7:23 am-10:50 am

2 stops44h 27m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/14

1:00 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops38h 23m

$1,501

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/13

5:29 pm-9:30 am

2 stops57h 01m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/20

6:05 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,506

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/29

2:20 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/5

6:55 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$1,538

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/17

10:45 am-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/29

11:15 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops31h 24m

$1,549

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/13

1:00 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops26h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/20

8:00 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops25h 47m

$1,662

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/29

1:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/5

7:50 pm-10:49 am

1 stop21h 59m

$6,198

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/30

5:30 pm-9:30 am

2 stops57h 00m

$820

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/13

5:45 pm-11:50 am

3 stops59h 05m

$956

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Compare providers for flights from St. Louis to Cape Town

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from St. Louis with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Cape Town?

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

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 April 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from St. Louis to Cape Town in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking 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 April 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and Qatar Airways from St. Louis to Cape Town. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,551 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from St. Louis to Cape Town round-trip from $1,194. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,468, and Qatar Airways, from $1,501. Users have found that British Airways is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from St. Louis 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 3 airlines flying from St. Louis to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,326Average$1,691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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