Cape Town to Houston Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Houston (IAH) connect South Africa and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 13,877 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 18 to 19 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and IAH, HOU. The reverse route is Houston to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Houston, United States
- Distance
- 13,877 km
- Typical duration
- about 18 to 19 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- IAH, HOU
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Houston
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Route overview
Cape Town to Houston is a city-pair air route between South Africa and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and IAH. Related codes: CPT → IAH, HOU.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 13,877 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 18 to 19 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Houston airports and metro codes: IAH, HOU.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Houston to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Houston.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Houston?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Houston typically take about 18 to 19 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Houston?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Houston is approximately 13,877 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Houston?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Houston is commonly searched with code IAH (related: IAH, HOU).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Houston?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Houston to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Houston to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,877 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Houston route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with United States (Houston).
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- Houston to Cape Town
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- Flights to Houston
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- Cape Town airport (CPT)
- Houston airport (IAH)