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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York from $479

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2:30 pm - 7:35 amCPT-JFK
23h 05m2 stops
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1:45 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-CPT
41h 55m2 stops
$881Kenya Airways
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Sun, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 28
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1:50 pm - 8:55 amCPT-EWR
25h 05m2 stops
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10:00 am - 2:35 pmEWR-CPT
21h 35m1 stop
$882Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Oct 14 - Mon, Nov 3
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9:30 pm - 2:13 pmCPT-LGA
23h 43m1 stop
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6:00 am - 7:15 pmLGA-CPT
30h 15m1 stop
$930Delta
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Fri, Dec 26 - Mon, Jan 5
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 7:51 pmCPT-JFK
29h 21m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
26h 05m1 stop
$930Delta
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Fri, Dec 26 - Mon, Jan 5
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11:15 pm - 6:52 pmCPT-JFK
25h 37m2 stops
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5:30 pm - 9:25 pmJFK-CPT
21h 55m1 stop
$954KLM
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Sun, Jul 13 - Thu, Jul 31
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 10:50 pmCPT-JFK
29h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
12:50 am - 9:25 pmJFK-CPT
38h 35m1 stop
$957KLM
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Sat, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 12
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11:00 pm - 6:35 amCPT-JFK
38h 35m1 stop
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12:45 pm - 10:50 pmJFK-CPT
27h 05m2 stops
Thu, Dec 25 - Sat, Jan 10
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2:25 pm - 6:35 amCPT-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
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12:45 pm - 10:50 pmJFK-CPT
27h 05m2 stops
$1,006
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Thu, Dec 25 - Sat, Jan 10
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 5:05 amCPT-EWR
15h 15mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 5:10 pmEWR-CPT
15h 00mnonstop
$1,027United Airlines
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Mon, Jul 21 - Sun, Aug 3
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7:50 pm - 5:05 amCPT-EWR
15h 15mnonstop
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7:59 pm - 3:20 pmEWR-CPT
37h 21m1 stop
$1,032United Airlines
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Mon, Jul 21 - Sun, Aug 3

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Sep 21
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
23h 05m
2 stops
JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Sep 28
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 55m
2 stops
CPT1:40 pmCape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
Sep 21
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
23h 05m
2 stops
JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Sep 28
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 55m
2 stops
CPT1:40 pmCape Town Intl
Kenya Airways
Sep 21
CPT2:30 pmCape Town Intl
23h 05m
2 stops
JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Sep 28
JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 55m
2 stops
CPT1:40 pmCape Town Intl

KLM flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
KLM
Jul 13
CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 37m
2 stops
JFK6:52 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Jul 31
JFK5:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
KLM
Sep 6
CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl
29h 35m
1 stop
JFK10:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Sep 12
JFK12:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
38h 35m
1 stop
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
KLM
Sep 21
CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
JFK7:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Sep 28
JFK5:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 40m
1 stop
CPT9:10 pmCape Town Intl

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $959, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $972.

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 $1,061. 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 $1,672.

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 $1,287. 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?

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

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 $1,059 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 $937 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 51% 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 July 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 7% cheaper 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

$479

Fastest flight time

15h 15m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in New York

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The best one-way flight to New York from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is $479. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $881.
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 near New York: Newark (EWR), New York LaGuardia (LGA), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)

  • 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?

  • 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 $871Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,982 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $902Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 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 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,205. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.


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