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Cheapest round-trip
$1,280
Typical prices: $1,800-$1,975
Qatar Airways
Fri 4/27Fri 5/4
BUF - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$939
Typical prices: $1,173-$1,415
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/11
BUF - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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March
Cheapest • 22% price drop
August
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Cape Town (BUF-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Cape Town

Tue, Apr 27 - Tue, May 4
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11:31 am - 10:15 amBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 9:36 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
38h 21m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,280Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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6:00 am - 10:30 amBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:33 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
41h 58m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,355Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:00 am - 10:05 pmBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 10:43 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
27h 18m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,481Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:00 am - 10:05 pmBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 am - 10:43 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
34h 23m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,481Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 27 - Tue, May 4
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7:15 pm - 1:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 20m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 pm - 6:54 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
34h 29m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,487Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 27 - Tue, May 4
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4:00 pm - 1:35 pmBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
63h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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7:20 am - 3:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
37h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,487Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
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6:00 am - 10:30 amBUF  Buffalo-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:33 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BUF Buffalo
41h 58m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,624Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Cape Town typically range from $1,800 to $1,975. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,280, on Qatar Airways.

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Key details for Buffalo to Cape Town flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$939
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Buffalo to Cape Town

When to book flights from Buffalo to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Buffalo to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Buffalo to Cape Town?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Buffalo to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 8,097 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Buffalo to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Cape Town range from $1,800 to $1,975, with an average of $1,800 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,800 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,280 to $1,910. That means the highest observed fare was about 49% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Buffalo to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,177, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Buffalo to Cape Town?

    Flights from Buffalo to Cape Town usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Buffalo to Cape Town pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Buffalo to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Buffalo to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Buffalo to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,455 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,422, a difference of $967.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Buffalo and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Buffalo (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,455, about $967 less than Wednesday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average $1,400 round-trip in that month - typically $1,022 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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