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Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to Cape Town (CPT) from $1,200

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
OAK — CPT
May 10 — May 171
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 May 5, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,248
From Oakland to Cape Town Intl
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Cape Town?

Users have found that booking a flight from Oakland, California to Cape Town at least 15 days early can save you up to 38% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 15 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Oakland, California to Cape Town for as little as $1,503 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,888 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to Cape Town?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Cape Town from Oakland, California average $1,524. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,524, as users have found deals to Cape Town from as low as $998. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Cape Town from Oakland, California. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 16%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Oakland, California to Cape Town (OAK - CPT)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Oakland, California to Cape Town as you normally would.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Oakland to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Oakland and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights we've found from Oakland to Cape Town. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 10/2910:35 amOAK - CPT
2 stops38h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 11/2712:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,200
Thu 10/316:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1412:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,222
Wed 10/26:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 10/161:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,246
Mon 9/26:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 9/161:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,330
Sat 10/56:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 10/191:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,376
Mon 9/96:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 9/191:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,492
Sun 9/110:27 amOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Sun 9/151:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,497
Sun 9/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 9/141:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,499
Thu 9/56:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 9/191:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,520

Cheap Delta flights from Oakland to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Oakland and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Delta flights departing from Oakland and landing in Cape Town. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 9/610:45 pmOAK - CPT
1 stop34h 05mDelta
Fri 9/209:30 pmCPT - OAK
1 stop33h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/5$1,386
Sun 9/85:15 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 35mDelta
Sun 9/229:30 pmCPT - OAK
1 stop33h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/5$1,596

Cheap Oakland to Cape Town flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Oakland to Cape Town specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Prices were last updated on May 5, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cape Town in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 6/246:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 7/81:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,984
Sun 6/236:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 7/71:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$2,125
Thu 6/276:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 7/111:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops36h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$2,149
Tue 6/410:40 amOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 6/181:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$2,166
Thu 6/612:55 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops36h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 6/131:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$2,297
Tue 6/46:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops44h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 6/156:40 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops38h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/4$8,573

Oakland to Cape Town 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Oakland and Cape Town in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Cape Town in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 10/2910:35 amOAK - CPT
2 stops38h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 11/2712:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,200
Thu 10/316:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1412:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,222
Wed 10/26:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 10/161:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,246
Fri 11/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 11/146:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,247
Sun 11/35:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 11/1712:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops40h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,248
Sun 9/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/241:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops37h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,270
Tue 9/103:01 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops58h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/241:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,276
Sat 9/710:27 amOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/221:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops37h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,295
Fri 9/63:01 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops58h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/241:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,301

One-way flights to Cape Town from Oakland

Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Oakland to Cape Town. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Oakland to Cape Town instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 5/282:40 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops35h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/4$11,264

Find flights from Oakland to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Cape Town 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

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$1,200 - $1,557

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Return

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OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Tue 10/29

2 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/27

2 stops45h 18m

$1,200

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Thu 10/31

2 stops43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/14

2 stops45h 18m

$1,222

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Wed 10/2

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/16

2 stops43h 48m

$1,246

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sun 9/8

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/24

2 stops37h 42m

$1,270

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Tue 9/10

2 stops58h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/22

2 stops37h 42m

$1,276

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sat 9/7

2 stops39h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/22

2 stops37h 42m

$1,295

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Fri 9/6

1 stop34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/20

1 stop33h 05m

$1,386

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sat 9/7

2 stops34h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/18

2 stops37h 57m

$1,491

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Thu 9/5

2 stops39h 33m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/18

2 stops37h 57m

$1,557

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Deals found on 5/3

When is the cheapest time to fly from Oakland, California to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from Oakland to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Oakland to Cape Town is currently $11,264 while a round-trip flight costs $1,327. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Cape Town (average of $1,248). Flying from Oakland, California to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,723). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$1,248

February

$1,338

March

$1,381

April

$1,384

May

$1,407

June

$1,644

July

$1,723

August

$1,445

September

$1,420

October

$1,384

November

$1,337

December

$1,419

Temperature and rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

53.6 - 69.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated May 5, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Delta and British Airways from Oakland to Cape Town to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,440 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,874 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Oakland, California to Cape Town for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Oakland, California to Cape Town for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,200, but on average you can expect to pay $1,361.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,200, Qatar Airways will fly you from Oakland, California to Cape Town and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,386 and $1,491, respectively.

  • What does OAK to CPT mean?

    Great question - OAK to CPT just means Oakland Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Oakland to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Oakland to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Oakland to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Oakland to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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    The Oakland, California to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/5.

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Top airline flying from Oakland to Cape Town

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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,224Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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