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Cheapest round-trip
$1,258
Typical prices: $1,060-$1,457
SWISS
Mon 10/1Mon 10/8
CPT - MSP • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$808
Typical prices: $808-$1,206
Turkish Airlines
Sat 12/15
CPT - MSP • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Minneapolis. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,086 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 20h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis (CPT-MSP)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Minneapolis

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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7:25 pm - 5:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
29h 34m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:14 pm - 8:55 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
$1,258SWISS
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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5:55 pm - 2:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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11:19 am - 8:55 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 36m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
$1,282Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
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12:55 am - 9:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
28h 21m2 stops Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 pm - 11:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
$1,395Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
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12:55 am - 9:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
28h 21m2 stops Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 pm - 11:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
$1,397Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
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12:55 am - 9:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
28h 21m2 stops Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 pm - 11:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
$1,401Turkish Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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11:15 pm - 4:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
24h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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3:45 pm - 10:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,469Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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6:55 pm - 5:49 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
30h 54m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:19 pm - 12:10 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
$1,541British Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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2:25 pm - 1:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
30h 10m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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7:30 pm - 11:30 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Dubai Intl
$1,914Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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8:50 pm - 2:02 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 12m1 stop Newark
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11:35 am - 6:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 25m1 stop Newark
$1,957United Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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8:50 pm - 10:25 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
21h 35m1 stop Newark
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8:50 am - 6:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$1,957United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Minneapolis flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis start at $1,258. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,060 to $1,457. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,258 on SWISS.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Minneapolis?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Minneapolis, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Minneapolis flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$808
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from Cape Town to Minneapolis

When to book flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

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

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

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Cape Town to Minneapolis route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,143 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,356, a difference of $213. 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 popular places can I visit in Minneapolis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Minneapolis are U.S. Bank Stadium, Target Field and Target Center. These are among the most viewed places in Minneapolis on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Minneapolis takes 0h 00m, covering 8,823 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Minneapolis:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,258 to $1,965. That means the highest observed fare was about 56% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Minneapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $915, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Minneapolis?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 51m, compared with 23h 30m via Newark (EWR) and 27h 26m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

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

    Minneapolis is 7 hours behind Cape Town (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)?

    Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Minneapolis range from $1,060 to $1,457, with an average of $1,181 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,060 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Minneapolis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,143 - about $213 less than Saturday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Minneapolis trip for November. Fares historically average $1,063 round-trip in that month - typically $1,423 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Minneapolis St Paul Airport.
    - Snelling Motel

Everything you need to know for your flight from Cape Town to Minneapolis

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cape Town (CPT)
Minneapolis (MSP)