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Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:50 pm - 4:59 pm
CPT
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JFK
26h 09m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:30 am - 5:50 pm
JFK
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
$923Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 10:48 am
CPT
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LGA
20h 18m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:00 pm - 7:15 pm
LGA
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CPT
39h 15m
1 stop
$926Delta
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 4:00 pm
CPT
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JFK
25h 30m
2 stops
Delta Logo
8:00 pm - 7:15 pm
JFK
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CPT
40h 15m
1 stop
$926Delta
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 4:46 pm
CPT
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LGA
26h 41m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:00 am - 5:50 pm
LGA
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CPT
26h 50m
1 stop
$927Delta
Sun, May 10 - Mon, May 25
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 11:07 am
CPT
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EWR
21h 02m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 5:50 pm
EWR
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CPT
39h 30m
2 stops
$928Delta
Sun, Jun 14 - Fri, Jul 31
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 5:05 pm
CPT
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JFK
39h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:10 pm - 5:50 pm
JFK
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CPT
22h 40m
1 stop
$930Delta
Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 25
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 7:05 pm
CPT
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JFK
25h 50m
1 stop
KLM Logo
5:25 pm - 9:25 pm
JFK
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CPT
22h 00m
2 stops
$941KLM
Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:30 pm
CPT
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EWR
35h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 11:50 am
EWR
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CPT
29h 25m
1 stop
$966Turkish Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:30 pm
CPT
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EWR
35h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 11:50 am
EWR
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CPT
29h 25m
1 stop
$967Turkish Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 21
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:44 pm
CPT
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LGA
32h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:20 pm
LGA
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
$1,024United Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Sat, Jun 6

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Feb 8
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
JFK11:15 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 15
JFK3:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 00m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
$886
Kenya Airways
Feb 5
CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 18
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 50m
2 stops
CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl
$905
Kenya Airways
Feb 5
CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 18
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 50m
2 stops
CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl
$925

KLM flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
KLM
May 12
CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
JFK7:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
May 28
JFK5:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 00m
2 stops
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
$941
KLM
Feb 8
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
38h 00m
1 stop
EWR2:55 pmNewark
Feb 24
EWR3:58 pmNewark
22h 57m
2 stops
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
$942
KLM
Feb 5
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
27h 00m
2 stops
JFK7:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 18
JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl
$950

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Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/23

8:50 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop26h 09m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/30

8:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$923

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

9:30 pm-10:48 am

1 stop20h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/10

9:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop39h 15m

$926

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

9:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops25h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/10

8:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop40h 15m

$926

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

8:05 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop26h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/25

9:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$927

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/14

8:05 pm-11:07 am

1 stop21h 02m

Newark

Fri 7/31

8:20 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$928

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/13

7:40 am-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/25

1:10 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$930

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

11:15 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/28

5:25 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$941

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/13

4:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Newark

Sat 4/25

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 25m

$966

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/13

4:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Newark

Tue 4/21

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 25m

$967

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/17

8:50 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop32h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,024

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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 $940, 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 $971.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $985. 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 $1,323.

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 $1,040 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 $961 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 8% 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 February 2026, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$1,006

Fastest flight time

15h 15m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, 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 $1,006. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $978.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 15h 15m
Direct flights go from Cape Town to New York on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.
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.

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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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,019Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 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 $1,019. Generally, United Airlines has 4 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,230. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

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