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Cheapest round-trip
$1,270
Typical prices: $1,589-$2,195
Qatar Airways
Thu 2/1Fri 2/9
MEM - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$939
Typical prices: $1,082-$1,142
Qatar Airways
Sat 4/14
MEM - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 22% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,589 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 19h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Cape Town (MEM-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Cape Town

Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:44 am - 10:30 amMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
43h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,270Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:44 am - 10:30 amMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 11:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
43h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,271Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:45 am - 10:30 amMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 12:19 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
43h 44m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,271Qatar Airways
Wed, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 22
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12:58 pm - 10:15 amMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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7:30 pm - 7:04 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
30h 34m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,271Qatar Airways
Sat, Apr 24 - Wed, Apr 28
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6:40 am - 10:15 amMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 11:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
41h 44m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,395Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
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2:14 pm - 10:30 amMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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7:25 pm - 11:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
36h 34m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,395Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:51 am - 4:10 pmMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 3:09 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
26h 19m1 stop Newark
$1,490United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 25
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7:16 am - 4:10 pmMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 11:44 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
34h 54m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,495United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:00 am - 4:10 pmMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 5:42 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
28h 52m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,495United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 25
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8:00 am - 6:35 pmMEM  Memphis-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 pm - 12:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MEM Memphis
24h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,520Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to Cape Town flights

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

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Cape Town typically range from $1,589 to $2,195. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,270, on Qatar Airways.

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Key details for Memphis to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$939
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Memphis to Cape Town

When to book flights from Memphis to Cape Town

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Memphis to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 8,458 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Memphis to Cape Town range from $1,589 to $2,195, with an average of $1,737 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,589 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Memphis 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 $1,270 to $5,593. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Memphis to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,460, which is 210% above 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
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Memphis to Cape Town usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 29% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Memphis to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,589 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,254, a difference of $665.

    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 Memphis to Cape Town?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 04m, compared with 19h 57m via Newark (EWR).

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

    Cape Town is 8 hours ahead of Memphis (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 Memphis 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,589, about $665 less than Thursday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average $1,363 round-trip in that month - typically $937 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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