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Cheapest round-trip
$1,326
Typical prices: $1,300-$1,795
Delta
Fri 10/12Sat 10/20
CHS - CPT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 50% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,517 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 19h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Cape Town (CHS-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Cape Town

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:35 pm - 5:50 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:05 pm - 7:09 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
29h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,323Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:20 pm - 5:50 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 3:15 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
25h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,326Delta
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 5:50 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:05 pm - 10:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
32h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,331Delta
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 9:10 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 4:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
26h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,367Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:25 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:15 am - 9:41 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
27h 26m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,371Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 9:25 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 11:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
29h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,372Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:40 am - 1:35 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 55m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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11:25 pm - 7:31 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
51h 06m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,545Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 30
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12:45 pm - 1:35 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
65h 50m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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2:20 pm - 11:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
28h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,557Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 12:40 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 35m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:00 pm - 2:04 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
24h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,562United Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 6:35 pmCHS  Charleston-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:30 am - 9:12 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-CHS Charleston
27h 42m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,567Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Cape Town flights

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Cape Town start at $1,326. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,300 to $1,795. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,326 on Delta.

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Key details for Charleston to Cape Town flights

Low season

May
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.

When to book flights from Charleston to Cape Town

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

    Flights from Charleston to Cape Town usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    Connecting flights from Charleston to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 29% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Charleston to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,300 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,091, a difference of $791. 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 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.

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

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 7,877 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston 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.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Cape Town 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 $1,323 to $13,125. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 20m, compared with 19h 43m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • 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 starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Cape Town range from $1,300 to $1,795, with an average of $1,556 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,300 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Cape Town 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 Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,300 - about $791 less than Saturday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $781 round-trip in that month - typically $1,902 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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