RDU - CPT

$604 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,159
Overall average: $1,463
Turkish Airlines
Sat 1/17Mon 1/26
RDU - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$604
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Mon 1/26
RDU - CPT • 2 stops
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Turkish Airlines
Cheapest • from $1,159 (round-trip)
Delta
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Cape Town (RDU-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town

Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 11:50 amRDU-CPT
38h 10m2 stops
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5:15 pm - 9:30 pmCPT-RDU
35h 15m2 stops
$1,159Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
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5:46 pm - 11:50 amRDU-CPT
35h 04m2 stops
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5:15 pm - 9:14 amCPT-RDU
46h 59m2 stops
$1,166Turkish Airlines
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Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 1:40 pmRDU-CPT
48h 30m3 stops
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2:35 pm - 1:23 pmCPT-RDU
28h 48m3 stops
$1,249Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 8:05 amRDU-CPT
28h 20m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 5:50 pmCPT-RDU
28h 15m1 stop
$1,280American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
5:14 pm - 8:05 amRDU-CPT
31h 51m2 stops
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10:10 pm - 5:50 pmCPT-RDU
26h 40m1 stop
$1,285American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Feb 2
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 7:15 pmRDU-CPT
19h 15m1 stop
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9:30 pm - 11:07 amCPT-RDU
20h 37m1 stop
$1,392Delta
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Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Feb 2
Delta Logo
3:03 pm - 7:15 pmRDU-CPT
21h 12m2 stops
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9:30 pm - 1:56 pmCPT-RDU
23h 26m1 stop
$1,396Delta
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Tue, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 6:00 pmRDU-CPT
19h 20m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 5:04 pmCPT-RDU
27h 14m2 stops
$1,446United Airlines
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Tue, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 6:00 pmRDU-CPT
19h 20m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 1:45 pmCPT-RDU
26h 00m1 stop
$1,488Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Feb 13 - Fri, Feb 20
United Airlines Logo
1:26 pm - 6:00 pmRDU-CPT
21h 34m2 stops
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8:50 pm - 6:54 pmCPT-RDU
29h 04m1 stop
$1,676United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Raleigh to Cape Town, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Cape Town, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh to Cape Town is March, where tickets cost $1,374 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and October, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,710 and $1,705 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Raleigh to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$604
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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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FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to Cape Town

  • Can I ensure that I can collect miles with my loyalty program from my flight to Cape Town from Raleigh?

    The points or miles you can accrue on your trip to Cape Town could add up, so you should use the “Alliance” filter to make sure you can collect them. So, if you are part of Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club, you can check “oneworld” and see flights with alliance partners, such as British Airways or American Airlines.

  • Which flights to Cape Town from Raleigh are the most eco-friendly?

    You may be worried about your carbon footprint as you plan to travel to Cape Town from Raleigh, since a passenger on an average flight is responsible for about 7,600 lbs of CO2. If you use the “Less CO2” sort option on your KAYAK search, you can find flights such as Delta Airlines through New York and Amsterdam that save about 38%, or 1,318 in CO2. If you prefer United, you may find a flight through Washington and Newark that saves about 33%.

  • Can I bring my pet with me on board flights from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    You can bring your pet cat, dog, or bird with you on a Delta flight to Cape Town as long as it is small enough to fit in a properly ventilated kennel that can be stowed in the seat in front of you. Your pet must be able to stand and move around in the kennel, and the kennel will count as one of your carry-on items. Additional terms and fees may apply, and there may be different rules with other airlines.

  • What kind of on-board entertainment will I have on my flight to Cape Town from Raleigh?

    If you expand the flight information on your KAYAK search, you can see what kind of entertainment will help you pass the time on your trip. For example, if you fly with Qatar Airways through Boston and Doha, you should have a seatback console to access on demand videos and other entertainment, while on United, you may be able to stream content on your device for your trip from Raleigh to Washington and then have a seatback console for your connecting flight to Cape Town.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town was $604 for a one-way ticket and $1,159 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Cape Town?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cape Town from Raleigh.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Cape Town, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Cape Town, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Cape Town are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,661 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,626 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Raleigh to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Raleigh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh and CPT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Cape Town

  • With a potentially long journey for your flight to Cape Town (CPT) from Raleigh (RDU), you may want to upgrade to Delta’s Premium Select, which gives you seats with more space, a deeper recline, and a leg rest so you can fly in comfort.
  • Have a lot to pack for your flight from Raleigh to Cape Town? You should check the bag icons over the fares to see that Air Canada and Ethiopian Air include one carry-on and one piece of check-in luggage, while others only include a carry-on.
  • To make sure that you have enough time to check in and go through security for your flight to Cape Town from Raleigh, you should get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) at least 2 hours before your scheduled departure time.
  • You may want to break up your journey to Cape Town from Raleigh with one or more layovers. You can choose to fly with British Airways, which usually stops in London and Johannesburg, or American Airlines, which may stop in New York City and Doha.
  • If you are a US citizen, you do not need a visa for your flight to Cape Town from Raleigh, if you are staying for less than three months. Your passport should still be valid for a month after your planned departure date, and it should have at least two empty pages.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Raleigh to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Raleigh to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8001 reviews
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
8.5Crew
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I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

10.0 ExcellentMAYRA, Nov 2025JFK - MIA
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I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

Our flight attendant in FIRST CLASS was one of the worst I’ve ever had. She was not at all pleasant, nor particularly good at her service.

Everything went well and was good. Nothing exceptional, but no complaints either. Cheap seats are pretty comfortable.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

The customer service before board was very rude and when I expressed my concerns about making the connecting flight she laughed and told me I bought the wrong ticket. I explained once it showed the flight was delayed it no longer let me change seats or anything. I was trying to upgrade to make sure I would get to the next gate on time.

Non stop on long haul is the way to go. Great experience

The aircraft interior is old and tired on this aircraft. The entertainment system never worked despite the crews attempt to reset the system.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Old plane and old configuration/seats but still comfortable for a morning flight

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Short flight but an "eager to help" crew made the journey more enjoyable!

Flight was delayed only slightly before takeoff due to traffic control. However, the flight arrived early to ORD. Good flight. United has been very reliable for me.

The person I bought the ticket for didn’t make the flight.

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

Another delayed flight. When the delays exceed the duration of the flight, it’s a problem.

Excellent flight. Smooth, efficient boarding. Quick flight. Arrived early at STL.

After boarding the plane in Chicago, the passengers were told that there was a technical problem with the plane. Passengers remained on the plane as they tried to fix the problem. After what was probably an hour passengers were told that there was a need to change planes as the problem was not solved. Passengers disembarked and boarded another plane. After taxing to the runway and waiting for takeoff, passengers were told that owing to the thunderstorm the flight was unable to take off but would try and reroute. After some time passengers were told there wasn't enough fuel for the new route and the plane had to return to the gate for additional fuel. after another log delay the flight got underway. On the plane there was food, drinks, ice or entertainment. We were a glass of water, which appeared rationed. Flight arrived about 5 hours late. The pilot was fantastic and communicated with the passengers throughout the ordeal.

Same as last comment. Food sucks. Quality. Not surprising most people have no clue about nourishment Clearly

Not the fault of United—weather, reroute around weather, time sitting on tarmac, arrived couple hours late, too late for train into city necessitating a much pricier cab but weather…can’t be helped.

Flight delayed and missed connection. Rescheduled flight cancelled after 6 hrs wait. Rerouted thru ORD, flight cancelled, overnight stay in ORD. Still in the air on new flight!

Flight was delayed because of a bird strike. They had another plane available within 45 minutes.

You can plug your phone in & use their wifi to watch movies, etc, but the plane’s wifi was disconnected for most of the flight.

The trip was smooth but the crew were very abrupt, snatching things before finished and being quite snappy when asked questions.

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

Boarding: Boarding was a bit of a mess. Our tickets indicated "BC" for Business Class, but we and many others were confused as that was not indicated anywhere in the airport, so we didn't know when we're supposed to board. The airplane: The airplane was nice. However, we sat near the back of the business class cabin and the flight attendants and passengers from other cabins would constantly move the curtain (which was very loud), preventing me from fallling asleep on my 8 hour flight. The flight crew: Amazing, generally. However, they nearly forgot to serve breakfast to me. The flight food: I was able to select my meal for dinner, which was really good. Breakfast was a bit of a mess, however. The crew forgot to serve me breakfast until the last minute. Very little was available by the time they remembered. The entertainment: Paltry, underwhelming, and dated. Not one new movie was available. Bottom line: For the money, you might want to consider other options for your international business class flights.

Sat on the ground in Cincinnati for 50 minutes before deplaning

Flight was delayed. Staff at the gate effectively and proactively communicated about the delay.

Overall fine, but the delay was annoying and the reasons for the delay were not communicated. The crew on board were phenomenal!

This flight never occurred because AA couldn’t get their act together.

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