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Cheapest round-trip
$1,587
Typical prices: $1,519-$2,308
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/22Sat 9/29
BNA - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nashville and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 23% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,609 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 20h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Cape Town (BNA-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nashville to Cape Town

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:37 pm - 2:10 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 33m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 5:37 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
34h 47m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,587Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 6:00 amBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 6:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
34h 51m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,590Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 1:35 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
68h 05m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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2:25 pm - 6:16 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
34h 51m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,590Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 17
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 am - 6:00 amBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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11:25 pm - 4:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
49h 34m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,638Kenya Airways
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 3:20 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 35m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:50 pm - 12:13 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
23h 23m1 stop Newark
$1,745United Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7
Delta Logo
8:10 am - 6:35 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:30 am - 8:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
28h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,817Delta
Thu, Dec 31 - Thu, Jan 7
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 6:35 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:30 am - 8:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
28h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,822Delta
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:30 amBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 30m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main
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7:50 pm - 12:13 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
23h 23m1 stop Newark
$1,826United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Feb 5
Delta Logo
5:23 pm - 6:35 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 9:51 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
21h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,851Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 3:20 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 8:26 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
19h 36m1 stop Newark
$2,079United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nashville to Cape Town flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Cape Town start at $1,587. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,519 to $2,308. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,587 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Cape Town, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 45% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Cape Town?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Cape Town at $1,370 round-trip.
  • November ($2,496) and July ($2,374) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Nashville to Cape Town flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$1,587
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 40% increase in price.
Flight from Nashville to Cape Town

When to book flights from Nashville to Cape Town

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

    Flights from Nashville to Cape Town usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 12% 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 Nashville to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Nashville to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,513 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,606, a difference of $1,093. 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 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 Nashville to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from Nashville to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,313 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nashville 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 Nashville 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 $1,587 to $11,727. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 51m, compared with 20h 06m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 20h 29m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Nashville (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 Nashville to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nashville to Cape Town range from $1,519 to $2,308, with an average of $1,786 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,519 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Nashville 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,513 - about $1,093 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nashville to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $1,370 round-trip in that month - typically $1,126 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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 L Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Nashville (BNA)
Cape Town (CPT)