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Flight deals from Port Columbus to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,761. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.$2,173 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,173, select.

Cape Town.$2,703 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,703, select.

Cape Town.$2,773 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,773, select.

Cape Town.$2,885 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,885, select.

Cape Town.$2,930 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,930, select.

Cape Town.$3,016 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,016, select.

Cape Town.$3,113 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May, returning Sun, 30 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,113, select.

Cape Town.$3,171 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,171, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Cape Town

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

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Port Columbus to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Port Columbus to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Port Columbus to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Port Columbus to Cape Town is $2,164. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Port Columbus to Cape Town?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Port Columbus to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,164.

How many flights are there a week from Port Columbus to Cape Town?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Port Columbus to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Port Columbus to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Cape Town is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 23 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Port Columbus Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know

The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Columbus.
Your CMH to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CMH and CPT include:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
- New York Newark Airport
- Washington Dulles Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is $1,600. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $2,173. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from CMH to CPT, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from CMH 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.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport.

Handy information about Port Columbus Airport (CMH)

CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
77% of flights leaving from Port Columbus Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Port Columbus Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CMH:

Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)

If you're landing on a late Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near CPT:
Travel at your own speed with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Cape Town Airport about one week before you set off.

When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

November is the most popular month for flights from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cape Town in March.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Port Columbus Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMH to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC and 18ºC then.

Explore more of South Africa

You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its top sights. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in South Africa, head for Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are among the biggest draws.