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Cheapest round-trip
$1,415
Typical prices: $1,616-$2,103
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/7Fri 2/23
MKE - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$1,074
Typical prices: $907-$1,212
United Airlines
Sun 10/14
MKE - CPT • 2 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
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,659 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 57m (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

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23
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3:25 pm - 10:30 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 05m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 1:52 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
57h 17m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,415Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:48 am - 4:10 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 10:23 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
21h 33m1 stop Newark
$1,471Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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10:48 am - 4:10 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 2:58 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
26h 08m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,471Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23
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3:34 pm - 8:05 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow
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10:10 pm - 6:36 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 26m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,496Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 23
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3:55 pm - 6:35 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 pm - 11:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,556Delta
Sun, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 26
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10:25 am - 6:35 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 pm - 11:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
22h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,556Delta
Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 22
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3:55 pm - 6:35 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 pm - 5:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,556Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 22
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9:20 am - 10:40 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 20m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:30 am - 9:09 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 39m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,591KLM
Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23
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1:00 pm - 10:40 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:30 am - 9:09 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 39m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,591KLM
Mon, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 23
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1:00 pm - 10:40 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:30 am - 9:09 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
28h 39m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,591KLM
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Cape Town flights

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town typically range from $1,616 to $2,103. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,415, on Qatar Airways.

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

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

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Key details for Milwaukee to Cape Town flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$1,074
One-way flight from Milwaukee to Cape Town

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Cape Town takes 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 showed a wide range, from about $1,415 to $10,328. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 $1,201, which is 13% 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 starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • 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).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 93% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Milwaukee to Cape Town. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,598 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,555, a difference of $957.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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).

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Camps Bay Beach and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,598, about $957 less than Sunday fares (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

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