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1:50 pm - 8:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
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10:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$801Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Mar 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 9:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$816Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$834Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 9:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$872Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:50 pm - 8:06 pmCPT-LGA
30h 16m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 7:15 pmLGA-CPT
20h 15m1 stop
$918Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:50 pm - 12:15 pmCPT-JFK
22h 25m1 stop
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8:20 am - 12:05 pmJFK-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
$920Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 10
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 11:45 amCPT-LGA
21h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:59 pm - 7:15 pmLGA-CPT
22h 16m2 stops
$925Delta
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Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Mar 4
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 2:19 pmCPT-JFK
23h 49m1 stop
Delta Logo
4:40 pm - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
19h 35m1 stop
$925Delta
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Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Mar 4
KLM Logo
7:55 am - 3:55 pmCPT-EWR
38h 00m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 9:45 pmEWR-CPT
22h 45m1 stop
$951KLM
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Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
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8:50 pm - 9:45 amCPT-LGA
19h 55m1 stop
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7:29 pm - 4:10 pmLGA-CPT
37h 41m1 stop
$1,029United Airlines
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KLM flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
KLM
Nov 17
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
30h 32m
2 stops
EWR11:17 pmNewark
Nov 24
EWR12:50 pmNewark
26h 05m
2 stops
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
$937
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KLM
Nov 15
CPT8:00 amCape Town Intl
34h 20m
1 stop
JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 22
JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl
$939
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KLM
Mar 23
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
36h 00m
1 stop
JFK1:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 30
JFK7:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
$951
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Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

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Qatar Airways
Feb 19
CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JFK8:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 27
JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT5:25 pmCape Town Intl
$1,021
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Qatar Airways
Feb 19
CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JFK8:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 27
JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT5:25 pmCape Town Intl
$1,022
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Qatar Airways
Feb 19
CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JFK8:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 27
JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT5:25 pmCape Town Intl
$1,025
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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 3/4

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$801

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/12

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 3/25

11:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$816

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 2/9

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$834

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 3/25

11:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$872

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/24

8:50 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops30h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/1

4:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$918

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/15

8:50 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/10

8:20 am-12:05 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$920

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

9:30 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/4

1:59 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops22h 16m

$925

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

9:30 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop23h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/4

4:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$925

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

7:55 am-3:55 pm

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Mon 3/30

5:00 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$951

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/19

8:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/11

7:29 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 41m

$1,029

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Cape Town is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $956, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $959.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to New York is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,033. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,535.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. Flights from Cape Town to New York during this time can be as low as $994. Flights to New York are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,204. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $1,058 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Cape Town for as low as $940 on momondo.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 48% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to New York flight.

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

As of November 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 75% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to New York

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to New York according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$997

Fastest flight time

16h 00m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in New York

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New York from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is $997. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $976.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 16h 00m
Direct flights go from Cape Town to New York on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near New York: Newark (EWR)
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  • How far is Cape Town Intl to New York by plane?

    There are 7803.4 mi between Cape Town Intl and New York. By plane, this route typically takes 15h 45m.

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

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York?

    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 Cape Town Intl Airport to New York.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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 license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to New York

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DeltaPriceFrom $880Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $902Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,017 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Cape Town to New York

    The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Cape Town to New York from the last 72 hours was $902. Generally, United Airlines has 4 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,219. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

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