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Cheapest round-trip
$1,326
Typical prices: $1,761-$2,268
United Airlines
Sun 10/21Thu 10/25
RIC - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$1,393
Typical prices: $997-$1,211
United Airlines
Fri 1/19
RIC - CPT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 47% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,292 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 18h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Cape Town (RIC-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Cape Town

Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:30 am - 5:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 40m1 stop Newark
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8:50 pm - 9:36 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
18h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,326United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
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6:02 pm - 5:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 08m1 stop Newark
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8:50 pm - 8:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
29h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$1,331United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
1:07 pm - 5:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 6:08 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
40h 28m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,636Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 5:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:40 am - 4:19 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
38h 39m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,641Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Kenya Airways Logo
7:08 am - 10:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 02m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
7:20 am - 11:42 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
34h 22m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,754Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 9:25 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:05 pm - 10:04 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
19h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,787Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Kenya Airways Logo
7:08 am - 10:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 02m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 4:08 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
31h 43m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,802Kenya Airways
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
7:55 pm - 2:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 15m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 9:54 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
48h 44m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
$2,002Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24
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7:00 am - 1:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 00m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 9:54 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
50h 04m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome Newark
$2,203Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Cape Town flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Cape Town start at $1,326. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,761 to $2,268. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,326 on United Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Cape Town, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 62% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$1,326
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 34% lower on average.
Flight from Richmond to Cape Town

When to book flights from Richmond to Cape Town

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

    Flights from Richmond to Cape Town usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 25% 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 Richmond to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Richmond to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,636 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $3,025, a difference of $1,389. 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 Richmond to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 7,877 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Richmond to Cape Town?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Richmond to Cape Town:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 $1,326 to $3,224. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Richmond to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Richmond to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,393, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 49m, compared with 19h 00m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 19h 53m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Richmond (South Africa Time vs Eastern 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 Richmond to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Cape Town range from $1,761 to $2,268, with an average of $1,862 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,761 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Tuesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,636 - about $1,389 less than Thursday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Cape Town trip for October. Fares historically average $979 round-trip in that month - typically $1,048 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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 Richmond to Cape Town

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Richmond (RIC)
Cape Town (CPT)