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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
$830Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
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10:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$833Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 10:21 pmCPT-JFK
31h 51m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
30h 15m1 stop
$928Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 4:39 pmCPT-EWR
26h 09m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:49 pm - 7:15 pmEWR-CPT
18h 26m1 stop
$928Delta
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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
KLM Logo
11:45 pm - 7:20 pmCPT-JFK
26h 35m1 stop
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9:20 pm - 9:55 pmJFK-CPT
41h 35m1 stop
$939KLM
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Mon, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 30
KLM Logo
8:00 am - 11:30 amCPT-JFK
34h 30m1 stop
KLM Logo
10:30 pm - 5:50 amJFK-CPT
24h 20m1 stop
$942KLM
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Fri, Dec 12 - Thu, Jan 8
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT-EWR
16h 00mnonstop
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10:15 am - 4:10 pmEWR-CPT
22h 55m1 stop
$1,017United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
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7:50 pm - 1:55 pmCPT-EWR
25h 05m1 stop
SWISS Logo
6:40 pm - 10:05 pmEWR-CPT
20h 25m1 stop
$1,022SWISS
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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8:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT-EWR
16h 00mnonstop
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8:35 pm - 6:00 pmEWR-CPT
14h 25mnonstop
$1,023United Airlines
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SWISS Logo
7:50 pm - 1:30 pmCPT-EWR
24h 40m2 stops
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6:40 pm - 10:05 pmEWR-CPT
20h 25m1 stop
$1,049SWISS
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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 10
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
26h 35m
1 stop
JFK7:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 30
JFK9:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 35m
1 stop
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
KLM
Dec 12
CPT8:00 amCape Town Intl
34h 30m
1 stop
JFK11:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Jan 8
JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl
KLM
Dec 26
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
21h 50m
1 stop
JFK10:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Jan 5
JFK7:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Nov 13
CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 16
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
Mar 10
CPT7:20 amCape Town Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 22
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 15m
1 stop
CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
Feb 19
CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 27
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 55m
2 stops
CPT1:40 pmCape Town Intl

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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

$830

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

$833

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/24

9:30 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop31h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/1

6:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$928

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

9:30 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop26h 09m

Newark

Mon 11/17

5:49 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$928

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

11:45 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/30

9:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop41h 35m

$939

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/12

8:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop34h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/8

10:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop24h 20m

$942

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Mon 11/17

10:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,017

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

7:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Newark

Sun 11/16

6:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,022

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Sun 11/30

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,023

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

7:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Newark

Sun 11/16

6:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,049

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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 $953, 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 $1,206. 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 $1,060 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 $973 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 October 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 74% 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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Cheap Cape Town to New York (CPT to NYC) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$1,000

Fastest flight time

15h 45m

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 $1,000. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,013.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 15h 45m
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)
  • 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 16h 00m.

  • 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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United AirlinesPriceFrom $860Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,999 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $880Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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