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Cape Town.$1,532 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,532, select.
Cape Town.$1,539 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,539, select.
Cape Town.$1,685 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,685, select.
Cape Town.$1,765 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,765, select.
Cape Town.$1,765 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,765, select.
Cape Town.$1,803 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,803, select.
Cape Town.$1,879 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,879, select.
Cape Town.$1,890 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,890, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Atlanta to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in February.
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Direct flights from Atlanta to Cape Town

Atlanta to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Atlanta to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Atlanta to Cape Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,532
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time14 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineVirgin Atlantic
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Atlanta to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Atlanta to Cape Town is $1,532. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
14 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Atlanta to Cape Town.
Virgin Atlantic and Delta fly direct from Atlanta to Cape Town.
As of August 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Atlanta to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 9 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know

  • Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).

  • 14 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of Atlanta. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.

  • You can choose from 4 direct flights a week between Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT). This is the most popular route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 8:45pm departure from ATL to CPT.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Atlanta to CPT.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leave from this terminal.

  • Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport taking off from ATL.

  • Delta Air Lines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from ATL to CPT.

  • The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Delta Air Lines. Its services arrive as scheduled 68.0% of the time.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Atlanta to CPT leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Travelling from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport is $956. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,532. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap flights from Atlanta to CPT by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring cheap Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Atlanta to CPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Cape Town. June is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • Lock in an Atlanta to CPT flight ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Cape Town

  • Start your Cape Town trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Cape Town International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are must-visits when exploring Cape Town.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a visit to Saldanha will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.

  • Around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, Ceres is another essential stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

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