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Cheapest round-trip
$1,200
Typical prices: $1,601-$2,040
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/3Sat 2/10
STL - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$981
Typical prices: $996-$1,408
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/1
STL - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
December
Most popular
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London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,582 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 21h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Cape Town (STL-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Cape Town

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
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7:21 am - 10:30 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 09m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 10:23 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
41h 48m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,200Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
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1:45 pm - 10:30 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 8:22 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
39h 47m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,200Qatar Airways
Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 27
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4:30 pm - 10:15 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 7:33 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
37h 18m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,211Qatar Airways
Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 27
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2:33 pm - 10:15 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 7:33 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
37h 18m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,211Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:56 pm - 6:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:30 am - 8:12 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
39h 42m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,570Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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4:56 pm - 6:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:30 am - 8:12 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
39h 42m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,600Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:09 am - 6:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 51m1 stop Newark
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8:50 pm - 4:44 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 54m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,698United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:50 am - 6:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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8:50 pm - 4:44 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 54m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,698United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10
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6:05 am - 6:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 55m1 stop Newark
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8:50 pm - 3:58 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
27h 08m1 stop Newark
$1,726United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:30 pm - 6:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 pm - 9:01 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-STL Lambert-St Louis
20h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,904Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Cape Town typically range from $1,601 to $2,040. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,200, on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Cape Town. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 45% higher.

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Key details for St. Louis to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$981
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from St. Louis to Cape Town

When to book flights from St. Louis to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 8,566 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Cape Town range from $1,601 to $2,040, with an average of $1,766 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,601 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from St. Louis 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 $1,200 to $8,552. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,028, which is 14% 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 St. Louis to Cape Town?

    Flights from St. Louis to Cape Town usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from St. Louis to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,536 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,562, a difference of $1,026.

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

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 55m, compared with 22h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 30h 59m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between St. Louis and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of St. Louis (South Africa Time vs Central 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 St. Louis 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 Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,536, about $1,026 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $1,447 round-trip in that month - typically $953 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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