Dallas to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United States and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 14,146 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 18 to 19 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include DFW, DAL and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Dallas. 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
- Dallas, United States
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 14,146 km
- Typical duration
- about 18 to 19 hours
- Origin codes
- DFW, DAL
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Dallas to Cape Town
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Route overview
Dallas to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United States and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are DFW and CPT. Related codes: DFW, DAL → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 14,146 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
Dallas airports and metro codes: DFW, DAL.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Dallas, other destinations from Dallas, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dallas to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Dallas to Cape Town typically take about 18 to 19 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Dallas to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Dallas and Cape Town is approximately 14,146 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Dallas to Cape Town?
Dallas is commonly searched with code DFW (related: DFW, DAL). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Dallas to Cape Town?
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 Cape Town to Dallas?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Dallas. Distance is the same great-circle measure (14,146 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Dallas to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United States (Dallas) with South Africa (Cape Town).