$689 Cheap Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Cape Town (CLT-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $689 for one-way flights and $1,170 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

British Airways
Sat, May 3 - Wed, May 21
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,170 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,170
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, May 3 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $1,170 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Fri, May 9 - Wed, May 21
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,171 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,171
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $1,171 found 10 hours ago
British Airways
Wed, Apr 30 - Tue, May 13
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,175 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,175
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 30 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $1,175 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Sun, Apr 27 - Tue, May 13
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,180 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,180
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Apr 27 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $1,180 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Sat, May 3 - Tue, May 13
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,221 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,221
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, May 3 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $1,221 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Fri, May 9 - Mon, May 26
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,221 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,221
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, May 9 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $1,221 found 10 hours ago
United
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,258 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,258
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $1,258 found 1 day ago
Delta
Mon, May 12 - Fri, May 23
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,258 Roundtrip, just found
$1,258
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $1,258 just found
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 14
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,275 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,275
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $1,275 found 2 days ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 3
CLT
Charlotte
CPT
Cape Town
$1,329 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,329
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Charlotte to Cape Town, returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $1,329 found 3 days ago
Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Cape Town (CPT)
Origin airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$1,169
Distance
7997 mi

Charlotte to Cape Town Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Charlotte to Cape Town

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Charlotte to Cape Town are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Cape Town with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Cape Town

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Charlotte to Cape Town: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Charlotte to Cape Town

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Charlotte to Cape Town in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $689 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Charlotte to Cape Town flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Charlotte to Cape Town airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from CLT to Cape Town Intl. Airport last minute?
When it’s time to book your flights, being prepared pays dividends. While you may be able to find a deal on a Charlotte Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight at the last minute, fares usually don’t get cheaper as the date of departure nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to lock in a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international flights it’s three to four months.
What airports do you fly into for Cape Town from Charlotte?
Charlotte to Cape Town flights arrive at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). Unpack your bags at your hotel and then head out and tick off some of the city’s popular attractions, such as Long Street and Kloof Street. The airport is around 11 mi east of the center of Cape Town.
Can I change the date of my flight from Charlotte Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
We know life happens and plans change, so Expedia is here to help make amending your journey as easy as possible. First, find your CLT to CPT itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and browse the fare conditions to see if change fees apply. If you booked your plane ticket in the last 24 hours, some carriers will allow you to cancel for free and organize new flights. If you booked more than 24 hours ago, connect with us through our Customer Service portal to learn more about your options.

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