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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from $508

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Cheap round-trip flights

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Cape Town.
1:45 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-CPT
41h 55m2 stops
11:30 pm - 7:35 amCPT-JFK
38h 05m1 stop
$973Kenya Airways
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Fri, Apr 25 - Thu, May 8
1:45 pm - 1:00 pmJFK-CPT
41h 15m1 stop
2:30 pm - 7:35 amCPT-JFK
23h 05m2 stops
$978Kenya Airways
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Thu, Apr 24 - Sun, May 4
10:00 pm - 1:00 pmJFK-CPT
33h 00m1 stop
1:50 pm - 8:00 pmCPT-JFK
36h 10m1 stop
$1,141Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Apr 29 - Tue, May 6
9:25 pm - 11:00 amEWR-CPT
31h 35m1 stop
6:55 pm - 1:55 pmCPT-EWR
25h 00m1 stop
$1,186British Airways
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Wed, May 7 - Mon, May 19
7:50 am - 11:00 amJFK-CPT
21h 10m1 stop
6:55 pm - 11:05 amCPT-JFK
22h 10m1 stop
$1,186British Airways
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Mon, May 12 - Wed, Jun 4
10:00 pm - 1:00 pmJFK-CPT
33h 00m1 stop
3:25 pm - 8:00 pmCPT-JFK
34h 35m1 stop
$1,236Ethiopian Air
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Sun, May 25 - Thu, May 29
8:25 pm - 5:10 pmEWR-CPT
14h 45mnonstop
7:50 pm - 5:20 amCPT-EWR
15h 30mnonstop
$1,335United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 2
6:00 am - 3:20 pmEWR-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
7:50 pm - 5:20 amCPT-EWR
15h 30mnonstop
$1,340United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 6
1:00 pm - 5:50 pmLGA-CPT
22h 50m1 stop
8:05 pm - 11:47 amCPT-LGA
21h 42m1 stop
$1,450Delta
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Mon, Apr 14 - Tue, May 20
5:53 pm - 5:50 pmEWR-CPT
17h 57m1 stop
8:05 pm - 10:49 amCPT-EWR
20h 44m1 stop
$1,450Delta
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Mon, Apr 14 - Tue, May 20

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Apr 23
JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Apr 30
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
36h 05m
1 stop
JFK10:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
Sep 18
JFK12:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Sep 30
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
31h 20m
1 stop
JFK5:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
Sep 13
EWR12:30 amNewark
29h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Sep 23
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
36h 00m
1 stop
EWR10:35 pmNewark

American Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
American Airlines
May 27
JFK6:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
Jul 8
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
22h 10m
1 stop
JFK11:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
American Airlines
May 27
JFK9:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 30m
2 stops
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
Jul 8
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
28h 10m
1 stop
JFK5:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
American Airlines
May 27
JFK9:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:00 amCape Town Intl
Jul 8
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
JFK12:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of February, then departing from New York during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,366.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,322. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,697.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is at noon. Flights from New York to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,062. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,684. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest New York to Cape Town Intl flight route?

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best New York - Cape Town Intl flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from New York when booking 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,380 when searching 23 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from New York for as low as $1,184 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Cape Town Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Cape Town (NYC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$508

Fastest flight time

14h 30m

Direct flights

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Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is $508. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $973.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 14h 30m
Direct flights go from New York to Cape Town on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • How far is New York to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 7803.4 mi between New York and Cape Town Intl. Flights usually cover this in 14h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl 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 layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Cape Town?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Cape Town?


Best airlines flying from New York to Cape Town

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Rating
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $768Free CancellationRating
7.2
764 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $882Free CancellationRating
6.8
263 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $915Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,748 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,713 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,003Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,541 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,313Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,614 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,327Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,899 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,362Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,321 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,386Free CancellationRating
8.0
3,192 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From New York to Cape Town

    United Airlines operates around 3 flights from New York to Cape Town every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $1,619, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from New York to Cape Town from as low as $1,313 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 8,614 reviews.


Traveling to a place near Cape Town?

Book flights to Cape Town if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Paarl
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