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Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:00 am
CPT
-
EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
EWR
-
CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$803Ethiopian Air
Do, Jan 22 - Mi, Feb 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:00 am
CPT
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EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
EWR
-
CPT
20h 00m1 stop
$832Ethiopian Air
Do, Feb 12 - Mo, Feb 16
Kenya Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 7:35 am
CPT
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JFK
23h 10m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 1:35 pm
JFK
-
CPT
41h 50m2 stops
$908Kenya Airways
So, Mrz 15 - So, Mrz 22
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 12:58 pm
CPT
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EWR
22h 28m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:39 am - 7:15 pm
EWR
-
CPT
25h 36m1 stop
$928Delta
Do, Jan 22 - Mi, Feb 4
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 12:25 pm
CPT
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JFK
34h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 7:15 pm
JFK
-
CPT
19h 40m1 stop
$932Delta
Di, Mrz 10 - So, Mrz 22
Kenya Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 6:35 am
CPT
-
JFK
23h 10m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 1:40 pm
JFK
-
CPT
41h 55m2 stops
$939Kenya Airways
Do, Feb 19 - Fr, Mrz 27
KLM Logo
11:45 pm - 6:45 pm
CPT
-
JFK
25h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
9:10 pm - 9:25 pm
JFK
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CPT
42h 15m1 stop
$940KLM
So, Apr 26 - Do, Mai 14
KLM Logo
7:55 am - 3:15 pm
CPT
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JFK
37h 20m1 stop
KLM Logo
7:35 pm - 9:25 pm
JFK
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CPT
19h 50m1 stop
$946KLM
Mo, Mrz 23 - Mo, Mrz 30
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:22 pm
CPT
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LGA
33h 22m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 3:20 pm
LGA
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CPT
27h 15m1 stop
$1,028United Airlines
Di, Apr 28 - Do, Jun 11
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:43 pm
CPT
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LGA
33h 53m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:29 pm - 4:10 pm
LGA
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CPT
37h 41m1 stop
$1,031United Airlines
So, Jan 18 - So, Jan 25

KLM flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
KLM
Mar 23
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
37h 20m
1 stop
JFK3:15 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
$946
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KLM
Mar 23
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
38h 00m
1 stop
EWR3:55 pmNewark
Mar 30
EWR5:00 pmNewark
22h 45m
1 stop
CPT9:45 pmCape Town Intl
$948
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KLM
Apr 28
CPT11:45 pmCape Town Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
JFK5:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Jun 11
JFK4:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 55m
2 stops
CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl
$959
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Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
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
$1,020
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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 28
CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl
34h 25m
1 stop
JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 7
JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 30m
1 stop
CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl
$1,101
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated Dezember 4, 2025.
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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Do 1/22

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mi 2/4

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$803

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Do 2/12

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mo 2/16

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$832

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

So 3/15

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

So 3/22

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$908

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Do 1/22

9:30 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop22h 28m

Newark

Mi 2/4

10:39 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$928

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Di 3/10

8:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop34h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

So 3/22

5:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$932

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Do 2/19

2:25 pm-6:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fr 3/27

1:45 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$939

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

So 4/26

11:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Do 5/14

9:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop42h 15m

$940

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mo 3/23

7:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop37h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mo 3/30

7:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$946

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Di 4/28

8:00 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop33h 22m

New York LaGuardia

Do 6/11

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,028

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

So 1/18

8:50 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop33h 53m

New York LaGuardia

So 1/25

7:29 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 41m

$1,031

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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 November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $960.

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 $1,028. 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 $1,460.

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 $1,186. 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 $1,057 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 $956 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 December 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 97% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$997

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 $997. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,020.
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)
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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 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.

  • 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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Rating
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DeltaPriceFrom $898Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,011 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $902Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,065 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 $1,227. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

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