Cape Town to Atlanta (CPT–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CPT–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 8,135 miles in approximately 16h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 4 | 359 | 15h55-16h32 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
CPT: SAST · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Cape Town, it's 12:00 PM in Atlanta.
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
CPT–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPT to ATL
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CPT to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPT to ATL is about 16 hours 14 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 8,135 miles (13,090 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 7 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Luis Munoz Marin, O.R. Tambo and Washington Dulles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.