What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to New York?

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to New York

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to New York?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 41m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to New York?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 27m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to New York?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $870.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to New York on average per week?

As of May 2026, 2 flights take off from Cape Town and land in New York each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 50% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Cape Town and New York?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 78% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York is 2 as of May 2026.

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.

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7:30 pm - 4:40 pm

CPT

JFK

27h 10m

1 stop

10:00 pm - 10:15 am

JFK

CPT

30h 15m

1 stop

$1,013Qatar Airways

Sun, Jun 14 - Sat, Jun 20

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

$1,017Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 27

7:30 pm - 10:20 pm

CPT

JFK

32h 50m

1 stop

9:00 pm - 10:30 am

JFK

CPT

30h 30m

1 stop

$1,024Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Nov 7

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 6:00 am

JFK

CPT

34h 15m

1 stop

$1,025Kenya Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 27

1:15 pm - 8:50 am

CPT

JFK

25h 35m

1 stop

10:00 pm - 10:15 am

JFK

CPT

30h 15m

1 stop

$1,032Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 29

7:50 pm - 5:05 am

CPT

EWR

15h 15mnonstop

8:25 pm - 5:10 pm

EWR

CPT

14h 45mnonstop

$1,110United Airlines

Sat, Jun 20 - Sun, Jul 5

7:50 pm - 5:05 am

CPT

EWR

15h 15mnonstop

8:25 pm - 5:10 pm

EWR

CPT

14h 45mnonstop

$1,111United Airlines

Sat, Jun 20 - Sun, Jul 5

8:05 pm - 11:45 am

CPT

LGA

21h 40m

1 stop

10:00 am - 5:50 pm

LGA

CPT

25h 50m

1 stop

$1,171Delta

Sun, Jun 7 - Mon, Jun 22

11:15 pm - 10:22 pm

CPT

LGA

29h 07m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:25 pm

LGA

CPT

26h 25m

2 stops

$1,198KLM

Wed, Jun 17 - Sun, Aug 23

11:15 pm - 9:22 pm

CPT

LGA

28h 07m

2 stops

8:10 pm - 5:50 pm

LGA

CPT

39h 40m

2 stops

$1,218Delta

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jul 1

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

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Sep 16

CPT11:30 pmCape Town Intl

38h 05m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 30

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

$1,017

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Sep 10

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 27

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 15m

1 stop

CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl

$1,025

Kenya Airways

Sep 10

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 27

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 15m

1 stop

CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl

$1,039

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Jun 14

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

JFK4:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jun 20

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 15m

1 stop

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

$1,013

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Oct 13

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 7

JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 30m

1 stop

CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl

$1,024

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Aug 23

CPT7:30 pmCape Town Intl

25h 40m

1 stop

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 27

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 15m

1 stop

CPT10:15 amCape Town Intl

$1,028

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/14

7:30 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop27h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/20

10:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 15m

$1,013

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$1,017

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/13

7:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop32h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/7

9:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 30m

$1,024

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/10

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

1:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

$1,025

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/14

1:15 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/29

10:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop30h 15m

$1,032

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Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/20

7:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Sun 7/5

8:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,110

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/20

7:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Sun 7/5

8:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

$1,111

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/7

8:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 6/22

10:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,171

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/17

11:15 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops29h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/23

1:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,198

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/17

11:15 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops28h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/1

8:10 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops39h 40m

$1,218

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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 June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $121, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $125.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $990. On the other hand, Sunday 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 $1,578.

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 from Cape Town 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 $1,052 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 $1,011 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 60% 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 May 2026, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to New York

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Best Price Found	$887
Fastest flight time	15h 15m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in New York	3 airports

The best one-way flight to New York from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is $887. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,267.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 15h 15m

Direct flights go from Cape Town to New York on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 3 airports in New York. From Cape Town there are direct flights to 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 15m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York is 2 as of May 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and New York, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 97.50% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-900 with 2.50%.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to New York?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to New York is United Airlines, representing 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 31%, KLM at 12%, and Virgin Atlantic at 10%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,023	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,727 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,045	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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 $1,023. Generally, United Airlines has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,087. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

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