RDU - CPT

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$1,265
Typical prices: $1,392-$1,799
Kenya Airways
Wed 1/27Wed 2/17
RDU - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$950
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/18
RDU - CPT • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Cape Town. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,148 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 24m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 18% 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Cape Town

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 17
Kenya Airways Logo
7:10 am - 1:35 pm
RDU
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CPT
47h 25m
3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
11:25 pm - 2:16 pm
CPT
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RDU
45h 51m
2 stops
$1,265Kenya Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 1:35 pm
RDU
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CPT
47h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 pm - 4:51 pm
CPT
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RDU
48h 26m
2 stops
$1,282Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Dec 5
Kenya Airways Logo
7:11 am - 1:35 pm
RDU
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CPT
47h 24m
3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
2:20 pm - 11:00 am
CPT
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RDU
27h 40m
2 stops
$1,282Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:10 pm
RDU
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CPT
33h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 12:18 pm
CPT
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RDU
27h 53m
3 stops
$1,315Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 5:10 pm
RDU
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CPT
23h 40m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:59 pm
CPT
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RDU
34h 09m
2 stops
$1,689United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 5:10 pm
RDU
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CPT
26h 10m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 7:58 pm
CPT
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RDU
30h 08m
2 stops
$1,689United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 5:10 pm
RDU
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CPT
20h 15m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 7:58 pm
CPT
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RDU
30h 08m
2 stops
$1,690United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 18
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 6:35 pm
RDU
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CPT
18h 45m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 12:49 pm
CPT
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RDU
22h 59m
1 stop
$1,725Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 15
Delta Logo
6:30 pm - 6:35 pm
RDU
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CPT
17h 05m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 12:49 pm
CPT
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RDU
22h 59m
1 stop
$1,725Delta
Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 14
Delta Logo
12:40 pm - 6:35 pm
RDU
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CPT
22h 55m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 12:49 pm
CPT
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RDU
22h 59m
1 stop
$1,725Delta
Booking Insights

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 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 February, where tickets cost $1,436 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,036 and $1,965 respectively.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$950
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop 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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Cape Town was $950 for a one-way ticket and $1,265 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?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Raleigh and Cape Town, with SkyTeam 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 $1,765 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,728 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.

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

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