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Cheapest round-trip
$1,022
Typical prices: $1,016-$1,464
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/27Sat 11/3
CPT - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$565
Typical prices: $646-$1,236
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/15
CPT - PHL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Philadelphia. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,055 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 21h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia (CPT-PHL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 3:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:45 pm - 10:30 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,022Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 pm - 3:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:45 pm - 10:30 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,024Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
40h 41m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 10:30 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
58h 08m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Doha Hamad Intl
$1,065Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 4:51 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
26h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:16 pm - 6:35 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 19m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,073Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 11:08 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
32h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
7:16 pm - 6:35 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 19m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,073Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Fri, Jan 8
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:00 pm - 10:14 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
32h 14m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
2:12 pm - 10:45 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 33m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow
$1,094Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:12 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
32h 22m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:40 pm - 7:40 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,140United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 2:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
23h 26m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 7:40 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,140United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
Qatar Airways Logo
7:25 pm - 3:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:45 pm - 5:25 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,148Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 3:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PHL Philadelphia
39h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 10:30 amPHL  Philadelphia-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,177Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Philadelphia flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia start at $1,022. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,016 to $1,464. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,022 on Qatar Airways.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia at $929 round-trip.
•June ($1,611) and July ($1,320) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Cape Town to Philadelphia flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$565
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) 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 Philadelphia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Cape Town to Philadelphia route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $929 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,463, a difference of $534. 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 Philadelphia?

    Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia takes 0h 00m, covering 7,846 miles.

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

    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 Philadelphia changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,022 to $2,909. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Philadelphia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,709, which is 170% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 33m, compared with 21h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 27h 35m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Payless
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia range from $1,016 to $1,464, with an average of $1,189 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,016 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Philadelphia 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 Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $929 - about $534 less than Wednesday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Philadelphia trip for January. Fares historically average $929 round-trip in that month - typically $682 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Philadelphia Airport.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
    - Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

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