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$584+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Houston

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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HOU
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Houston (HO1). 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 March 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$584
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,124
From Cape Town Intl to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 4/138:00 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop35h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/2712:07 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop22h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,209
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/136:25 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop29h 25mEmirates
Thu 9/257:55 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop32h 40mEmirates
Deal found 3/25$1,222
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1311:15 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops30h 24mKLM
Thu 9/253:30 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops38h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/25$1,232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 7/138:05 pmCPT - HOU
1 stop25h 57mDelta
Thu 9/256:00 amHOU - CPT
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/24$1,278
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1311:15 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops30h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/253:50 pmIAH - CPT
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,313
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 3/316:25 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops50h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 6/911:45 amIAH - CPT
2 stops40h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/25$1,370
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 3/314:35 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 6/92:25 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop38h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,401
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 3/3111:00 pmCPT - HOU
2 stops31h 06mKLM
Mon 6/912:52 pmHOU - CPT
2 stops25h 33mKLM
Deal found 3/24$1,545
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3110:40 amCPT - IAH
3 stops38h 08mSingapore Airlines
Mon 6/97:14 pmIAH - CPT
3 stops55h 11mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/25$2,557
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/158:05 pmCPT - IAH
1 stop30h 25mDelta
Tue 4/293:30 pmIAH - CPT
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/25$2,592
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/1511:30 pmCPT - IAH
2 stops49h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 4/296:55 pmIAH - CPT
3 stops59h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/25$4,738

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Houston 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Houston that are best for you.

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Cape Town

Fly to

Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/13

8:00 pm-12:39 am

1 stop35h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/27

12:07 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop22h 03m

$1,209

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

6:25 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/25

7:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop32h 40m

$1,222

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

11:15 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/25

3:30 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,232

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

8:05 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop25h 57m

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,278

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

11:15 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/25

3:50 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$1,313

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/13

11:15 pm-3:02 pm

2 stops46h 47m

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,839

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/15

8:05 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

3:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$2,592

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/15

11:30 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops49h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

6:55 pm-1:45 pm

3 stops59h 50m

$4,738

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/30

7:25 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$584

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/30

6:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$747

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Houston

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Houston. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Houston is 47 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 CPT to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Cape Town to Houston to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Houston?

    If you book a flight to Houston from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Houston per day from 1 airline.

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

    Currently priced at $1,209, United Airlines will fly you from Cape Town to Houston and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,222 and $1,232, respectively.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $584 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $851 and KLM from $1,220 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Cape Town to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 airline flying from Cape Town to Houston

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cape Town to Houston. 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$954Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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