$902 Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Cape Town (SLC-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $902 for one-way flights and $1,343 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Cape Town (CPT)
Origin airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$1,343
Distance
9718 mi

Salt Lake City to Cape Town Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Cape Town are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Cape Town with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Cape Town

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Cape Town in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $902 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 SLC to Cape Town Intl. Airport last minute?
Being spontaneous is a fabulous way to explore the world, but it isn’t necessarily the smartest way to grab a cheap fare. It’s better to book your Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Cape Town Intl. Airport journey in advance rather than leaving it till the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave all that spontaneity for when you arrive in Cape Town Intl. Airport!
What airports do you fly into for Cape Town from Salt Lake City?
Flights from Salt Lake City to Cape Town arrive at Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). Approximately 11 mi east of the center of Cape Town, it’s the primary gateway to this awesome city. When you’re ready to start sightseeing, Long Street and Kloof Street are excellent places to start.
Can I change the date of my flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Plans don’t always work out, so Expedia is here to help make amending your journey as easy as possible. To start, find your SLC to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and browse the ticket conditions and rules to see if change fees apply. If you booked your plane ticket in the last 24 hours, some airlines will allow you to cancel for free and organize new flights. If you booked more than 24 hours ago, get in touch with us through our Customer Service portal so we can help you further.

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