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Cheapest round-trip
$1,713
Typical prices: $1,616-$2,103
SWISS
Mon 10/8Mon 10/15
MKE - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$1,003
Typical prices: $907-$1,212
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2
MKE - CPT • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Milwaukee and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 34% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,158 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 19h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town (MKE-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Cape Town

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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12:05 pm - 8:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich
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7:25 pm - 5:54 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
29h 29m2 stops Zurich Newark
$1,713SWISS
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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6:00 am - 9:30 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 30m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main
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7:50 pm - 10:48 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
21h 58m1 stop Newark
$1,722United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:43 pm - 5:30 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
64h 47m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 9:48 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
39h 33m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,723Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:30 am - 2:10 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 11:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 40m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,856Ethiopian Air
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 9:25 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 25m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:05 pm - 11:49 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,917Delta
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 6:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 50m1 stop Newark
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8:50 pm - 6:08 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
29h 18m1 stop Newark
$2,066United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:00 am - 6:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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8:50 pm - 11:34 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 44m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,071United Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 3
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12:14 pm - 6:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 46m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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8:50 pm - 11:34 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 44m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,071United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 16
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11:05 am - 7:40 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 35m2 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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7:10 pm - 5:13 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
30h 03m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,797Lufthansa
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:00 am - 1:00 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 11:34 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
29h 44m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,841Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Cape Town flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town start at $1,713. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,616 to $2,103. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,713 on SWISS.

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

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

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Key details for Milwaukee to Cape Town flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$1,003
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 31% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 7% 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 Milwaukee to Cape Town?

    On the Milwaukee to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,598 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,555: a $957 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,533 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,713 to $3,299. That means the highest observed fare was about 92% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,180, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 53m, compared with 19h 57m via Newark (EWR) and 31h 59m via Istanbul (IST).

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

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Milwaukee (South Africa Time vs Central 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 Milwaukee to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town range from $1,616 to $2,103, with an average of $2,074 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,616 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,598 - about $957 less than Sunday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average $1,370 round-trip in that month - typically $6,781 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Milwaukee (MKE)
Cape Town (CPT)