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

As of February 2026, 4 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 25% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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 1 as of February 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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11:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

38h 10m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

$890Kenya Airways

Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Mar 20

11:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

38h 10m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

$892Kenya Airways

Wed, Mar 11 - Fri, Mar 20

11:30 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

38h 05m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

1 stop

$899Kenya Airways

Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 13

8:05 pm - 4:40 pm

CPT

LGA

26h 35m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 9:45 am

LGA

CPT

33h 45m

2 stops

$938Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, May 3

8:05 pm - 10:42 am

CPT

LGA

20h 37m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 5:50 pm

LGA

CPT

18h 50m

1 stop

$941Delta

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30

8:05 pm - 10:55 am

CPT

EWR

20h 50m

1 stop

3:29 pm - 5:50 pm

EWR

CPT

20h 21m

1 stop

$941Delta

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, May 2

7:55 am - 2:55 pm

CPT

EWR

38h 00m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 5:50 am

EWR

CPT

29h 45m

1 stop

$964KLM

Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 21

11:45 pm - 9:32 am

CPT

EWR

39h 47m

2 stops

7:20 pm - 6:10 am

EWR

CPT

28h 50m

2 stops

$966KLM

Tue, Mar 10 - Sun, Mar 22

8:00 pm - 9:47 am

CPT

LGA

19h 47m

1 stop

7:29 pm - 3:20 pm

LGA

CPT

37h 51m

1 stop

$1,041United Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Sun, May 3

8:50 pm - 9:44 am

CPT

LGA

18h 54m

1 stop

6:00 am - 3:05 pm

LGA

CPT

27h 05m

1 stop

$1,042United Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Sat, Mar 21

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to New York

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Kenya Airways

Mar 11

CPT11:25 pmCape Town Intl

38h 10m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Mar 20

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

$890

Kenya Airways

Mar 11

CPT11:25 pmCape Town Intl

38h 10m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Mar 20

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

$892

Kenya Airways

Apr 1

CPT11:30 pmCape Town Intl

38h 05m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Apr 13

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

1 stop

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

$899

KLM flights from Cape Town to New York

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KLM

Mar 29

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

31h 10m

1 stop

JFK10:40 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Apr 30

JFK4:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

CPT9:45 pmCape Town Intl

$953

KLM

Apr 20

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

JFK7:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

May 2

JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

CPT9:45 pmCape Town Intl

$955

KLM

Apr 20

CPT7:40 amCape Town Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

JFK7:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

May 3

JFK9:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

42h 15m

1 stop

CPT9:25 pmCape Town Intl

$956

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CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/11

11:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/20

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$890

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/11

11:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/20

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$892

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/1

11:30 pm-7:35 am

1 stop38h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/13

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop41h 50m

$899

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/19

8:05 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/3

6:00 pm-9:45 am

2 stops33h 45m

$938

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/19

8:05 pm-10:42 am

1 stop20h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/30

5:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$941

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/19

8:05 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 50m

Newark

Sat 5/2

3:29 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 21m

$941

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/8

7:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Sat 3/21

6:05 pm-5:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

$964

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

11:45 pm-9:32 am

2 stops39h 47m

Newark

Sun 3/22

7:20 pm-6:10 am

2 stops28h 50m

$966

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/21

8:00 pm-9:47 am

1 stop19h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/3

7:29 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 51m

$1,041

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

8:50 pm-9:44 am

1 stop18h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 3/21

6:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,042

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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 $939, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $1,002.

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 $988. 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 $1,044 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 $878 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 February 2026, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$999
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 $999. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,023.

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.
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 1 as of February 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 96.99% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321-100/200 with 0.75%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 0.75%, and Airbus A321neo with 0.75%.
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 51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 35% and KLM at 14%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,021	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,348 reviews		Search United Airlines 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 $1,021. Generally, United Airlines has 4 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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