Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Flights from New Orleans to Cape Town usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Cape Town?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through?

Most connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Cape Town?

On the New Orleans to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,179 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,074: a $895 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 New Orleans to Cape Town?

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,338 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 $1,281 to $12,794. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between New Orleans and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of New Orleans (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 New Orleans to Cape Town flight?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Cape Town range from $1,268 to $1,769, with an average of $1,588 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,268 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Delta ($1,281) and United Airlines ($1,476) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New Orleans to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,454. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New Orleans to Cape Town which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to Cape Town layovers at 665 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Cape Town

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

4:56 pm - 5:50 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 4:57 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

27h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,281Delta

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

3:44 pm - 5:50 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 3:20 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

25h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

$1,286Delta

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27

5:20 am - 9:25 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 05m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

8:50 pm - 3:50 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,322Delta

Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26

7:22 pm - 5:50 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 28m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

8:50 pm - 4:08 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 18m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,327Delta

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 27

11:34 am - 10:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 36m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

12:30 am - 8:04 amCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

38h 34m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,332Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28

7:00 pm - 7:30 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

9:00 pm - 4:57 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 57m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,417Delta

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

12:33 pm - 6:00 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 27m1 stop Newark

8:50 pm - 10:25 amCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

21h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,476United Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

12:33 pm - 6:00 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 27m1 stop Newark

8:50 pm - 8:08 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

31h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,481United Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4

11:35 am - 6:00 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 25m1 stop Newark

8:50 pm - 7:57 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

31h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,484United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 26

7:50 am - 9:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

8:50 pm - 9:51 amCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,515Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from New Orleans to Cape Town

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

6:33 pm - 5:30 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 57m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

1:15 pm - 10:56 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

40h 41m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,624Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

5:27 pm - 10:15 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

57h 48m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

1:15 pm - 9:34 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

39h 19m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,638Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22

9:05 am - 9:25 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol

12:15 am - 8:08 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 53m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,671KLM

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 am - 5:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Newark

5:55 pm - 5:48 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

30h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

$2,232United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

7:00 am - 5:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 10m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

5:55 pm - 5:48 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

30h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

$2,236United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 am - 5:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Newark

5:55 pm - 11:12 amCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

48h 17m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl

$2,238United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

12:00 pm - 1:30 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 30m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 10:45 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

39h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,361Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:00 am - 5:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 10m1 stop Newark

5:55 pm - 5:48 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

30h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

$2,432United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

7:00 am - 5:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 10m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

5:55 pm - 5:48 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

30h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark

$2,531United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:50 pm - 11:00 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

6:50 pm - 8:00 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

32h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

$2,702British Airways

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Price, demand and travel trends for New Orleans to Cape Town flights

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

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Cape Town start at $1,281. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,268 to $1,769. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,281 on Delta.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Cape Town, it is 26% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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When to book flights from New Orleans to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Orleans 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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Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Cape Town?
Flights from New Orleans to Cape Town usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Cape Town?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Cape Town.
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through?
Most connecting flights from New Orleans to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Cape Town?
On the New Orleans to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 44%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,179 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,074: a $895 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 New Orleans to Cape Town?
A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,338 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans 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 New Orleans 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 $1,281 to $12,794. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between New Orleans and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of New Orleans (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 New Orleans to Cape Town flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Cape Town range from $1,268 to $1,769, with an average of $1,588 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,268 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,179 - about $895 less than Saturday (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $1,179 round-trip in that month - typically $1,068 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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