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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia from R16 590

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — PHL
Mar 30 — Apr 61
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 864

One-way from

R16 590

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 318
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/5-14/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 07m total
  • Cape Town to Philadelphia
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26/4
  • 26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R56 024 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 718 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 7/523:15CPT - PHL
2 stops31h 42mDelta
Wed 14/56:00PHL - CPT
2 stops33h 25mDelta
Deal found 24/3R19 864
Wed 7/513:00CPT - PHL
1 stop26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 14/522:10PHL - CPT
1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/3R20 483
Tue 24/620:00CPT - PHL
2 stops58h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 24/76:05PHL - CPT
1 stop27h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3R22 975
Thu 8/519:00CPT - PHL
2 stops28h 40mSWISS
Thu 15/517:35PHL - CPT
2 stops55h 35mSWISS
Deal found 24/3R23 048
Tue 29/714:00CPT - PHL
2 stops29h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 31/1019:40PHL - CPT
2 stops56h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3R26 104
Tue 29/713:00CPT - PHL
2 stops36h 53mQatar Airways
Fri 31/1020:50PHL - CPT
1 stop38h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3R27 268
Thu 19/615:20CPT - PHL
2 stops30h 40mLufthansa
Sun 13/717:35PHL - CPT
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 24/3R29 596
Wed 7/513:00CPT - PHL
3 stops34h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/57:30PHL - CPT
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3R32 452

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

23:15-0:57

2 stops31h 42m

Philadelphia

Wed 14/5

6:00-21:25

2 stops33h 25m

R19 864

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

13:00-9:00

1 stop26h 00m

Philadelphia

Wed 14/5

22:10-11:00

1 stop30h 50m

R20 483

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 24/6

20:00-0:30

2 stops58h 30m

Philadelphia

Thu 24/7

6:05-15:20

1 stop27h 15m

R22 975

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/5

19:00-17:40

2 stops28h 40m

Philadelphia

Thu 15/5

17:35-7:10

2 stops55h 35m

R23 048

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

14:00-13:00

2 stops29h 00m

Philadelphia

Fri 31/10

19:40-9:45

2 stops56h 05m

R26 104

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/7

13:00-19:53

2 stops36h 53m

Philadelphia

Fri 31/10

20:50-17:25

1 stop38h 35m

R27 268

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/6

15:20-16:00

2 stops30h 40m

Philadelphia

Sun 13/7

17:35-12:40

2 stops37h 05m

R29 596

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

13:00-17:57

3 stops34h 57m

Philadelphia

Wed 14/5

7:30-14:35

2 stops25h 05m

R32 452

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/4

21:05-9:15

2 stops42h 10m

R16 590

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/4

13:00-9:15

1 stop26h 15m

R19 901

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Philadelphia in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 69.0 - 112.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 69.0 mm.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 26.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
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Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 569 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 540 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 605 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7,2
Good
10 000 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 890 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Philadelphia, with prices starting at R19 864. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R20 483 and R22 975, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 9% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R19 901. United Airlines flights start at R22 502 while deals on British Airways start at R23 684 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 25 March 2025.
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Top 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 051AverageR18 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 493AverageR23 095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 334AverageR21 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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