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Cheapest return flight
£1,019
Typical prices: £1,004-£1,437
Turkish Airlines
Mon 12/11Mon 19/11
DFW - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£620
Typical prices: £602-£935
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/11
DFW - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 31% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £1,015 (return)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 21h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Cape Town (DFW-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dallas to Cape Town

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 23:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,019Turkish Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 12:05DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 16:19CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
31h 04m2 stops Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
£1,027Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:10 - 23:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,042Turkish Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:00 - 23:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
56h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,046Turkish Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:20 - 12:05DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
33h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£1,049Turkish Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
United Airlines Logo
07:20 - 15:20DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:21CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 31m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
£1,057United Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:20DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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20:50 - 22:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
32h 55m3 stops Newark Cleveland Hopkins Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
£1,060United Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:20 - 12:05DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 22:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
37h 23m2 stops Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
£1,061Turkish Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:30 - 11:50DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 20m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:55 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
26h 30m1 stop Istanbul
£1,065Turkish Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 23:00DFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:55 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
25h 30m1 stop Istanbul
£1,068Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

Return flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town start at £1,019. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £1,004 to £1,437. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £1,019 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town at £822 return.
•October (£1,377) and December (£1,320) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£620
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Dallas to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,784 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town range from £1,004 to £1,437, with an average of £1,195 over the past 12 months. Anything below £1,004 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 3% below the route average of £1,195. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,142, which is 64% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £1,096 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,326, a difference of £230. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 01m, compared to 21h 33m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 21h 39m via Newark (EWR).

  • What is the time difference between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £1,096 – about £230 less than Saturday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average £822 return in that month – typically £555 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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

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