Which airlines fly to Philadelphia?

United Airlines, KLM and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport is 4 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Philadelphia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Philadelphia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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PHL

29h 05m1 stop

19:45 - 16:10

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R16 472United Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

20:50 - 14:17

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23h 27m1 stop

6:32 - 15:05

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26h 33m2 stops

R16 557United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 26

20:50 - 17:14

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26h 24m2 stops

10:00 - 15:20

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23h 20m2 stops

R16 591United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Mon, Mar 30

20:05 - 9:27

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19h 22m1 stop

16:05 - 17:50

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R16 642Delta

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, May 9

21:30 - 23:13

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6:55 - 19:15

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R16 676Delta

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

21:30 - 14:20

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8:40 - 17:50

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Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 30

23:45 - 8:50

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19:30 - 17:50

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R16 897Delta

Wed, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 29

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17:33 - 21:25

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R17 050Delta

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R17 101Delta

Mon, Mar 16 - Sun, Mar 29

7:55 - 21:23

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R17 254Delta

Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 29

Delta flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia

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Delta

Apr 19

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

19h 22m

1 stop

PHL9:27Philadelphia

May 9

PHL16:05Philadelphia

19h 45m

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CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R16 642

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Jan 25

CPT21:30Cape Town Intl

32h 43m

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PHL23:13Philadelphia

Feb 1

PHL6:55Philadelphia

29h 20m

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CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

R16 676

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Mar 12

CPT21:30Cape Town Intl

20h 11m

1 stop

PHL11:41Philadelphia

Mar 25

PHL15:45Philadelphia

21h 30m

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CPT19:15Cape Town Intl

R16 727

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British Airways

Feb 13

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

28h 20m

1 stop

PHL16:15Philadelphia

Feb 17

PHL21:20Philadelphia

31h 50m

2 stops

CPT12:10Cape Town Intl

R18 222

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British Airways

Feb 13

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

28h 20m

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PHL16:15Philadelphia

Feb 17

PHL21:20Philadelphia

31h 50m

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CPT12:10Cape Town Intl

R18 256

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Feb 13

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

28h 20m

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PHL16:15Philadelphia

Feb 17

PHL21:20Philadelphia

31h 50m

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CPT12:10Cape Town Intl

R18 341

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1 stop23h 27m

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R16 557

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1 stop19h 22m

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23:45-8:50

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Philadelphia

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R17 101

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2 stops43h 28m

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2 stops45h 20m

R17 254

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Philadelphia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R16 455. If you are unable to visit Philadelphia during the month of February, then departing from Cape Town during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 271.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Philadelphia from Cape Town. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R17 271. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around R21 504. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Philadelphia?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Philadelphia is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia during this time can be as low as R16 195. Flights to Philadelphia are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of R19 329. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Philadelphia flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Philadelphia flight.

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Fastest flight time	24h 41m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Philadelphia takes 24h 41m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Philadelphia. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Philadelphia.

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Philadelphia by plane?
Cape Town Intl and Philadelphia are 12608,9 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 24h 41m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport is 4 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Philadelphia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Philadelphia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Philadelphia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Cape Town to Philadelphia is United Airlines (41% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qatar Airways (22%), British Airways (20%), and Virgin Atlantic (18%).

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Philadelphia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R14 919	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 512	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 362	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 571 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R17 656	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 677 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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