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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from $425

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Turkish Airlines Logo
1:25 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
$986Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
$991Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
$1,050Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 2:35 pmEWR-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 9:00 amCPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
$1,058Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 28
British Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 8:05 amJFK-CPT
27h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:10 pm - 5:15 pmCPT-JFK
26h 05m1 stop
$1,069British Airways
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Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Dec 1
British Airways Logo
11:20 pm - 8:05 amJFK-CPT
25h 45m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 5:15 pmCPT-JFK
29h 20m1 stop
$1,074British Airways
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Mon, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 9
Delta Logo
8:30 pm - 5:50 pmLGA-CPT
39h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 3:41 pmCPT-LGA
24h 11m1 stop
$1,346Delta
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Sun, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 27
Delta Logo
9:59 am - 5:50 pmLGA-CPT
25h 51m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 4:39 pmCPT-LGA
26h 34m1 stop
$1,351Delta
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Mon, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
7:29 pm - 4:10 pmLGA-CPT
38h 41m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 6:44 pmCPT-LGA
28h 54m1 stop
$1,407United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
7:29 pm - 7:40 amLGA-CPT
30h 11m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 9:44 amCPT-LGA
19h 54m1 stop
$1,435United Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7

Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Nov 5
EWR10:00 amNewark
20h 00m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 16
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
EWR8:00 amNewark
$1,050
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Ethiopian Air
Oct 20
EWR10:55 amNewark
21h 40m
1 stop
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 28
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
EWR9:00 amNewark
$1,058
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Ethiopian Air
Oct 20
EWR10:55 amNewark
20h 05m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 28
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
EWR9:00 amNewark
$1,084
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Delta flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Delta
Oct 12
LGA8:30 pmNew York LaGuardia
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 27
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
24h 11m
1 stop
LGA3:41 pmNew York LaGuardia
$1,346
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Delta
Oct 13
LGA9:59 amNew York LaGuardia
25h 51m
1 stop
CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 21
CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl
26h 34m
1 stop
LGA4:39 pmNew York LaGuardia
$1,351
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Delta
Oct 12
LGA8:30 pmNew York LaGuardia
39h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl
Oct 24
CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl
20h 36m
1 stop
LGA10:41 amNew York LaGuardia
$1,358
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Cape Town 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 September 15, 2025.
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NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 10/28

1:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/26

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$986

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 12/3

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/15

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$991

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 11/5

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,050

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 10/20

10:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/28

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,058

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/19

9:35 pm-8:05 am

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/1

10:10 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$1,069

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/3

11:20 pm-8:05 am

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

6:55 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$1,074

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/12

8:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/27

9:30 pm-3:41 pm

1 stop24h 11m

$1,346

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/13

9:59 am-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 51m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/21

8:05 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$1,351

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/24

7:29 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop38h 41m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

8:50 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop28h 54m

$1,407

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/31

7:29 pm-7:40 am

2 stops30h 11m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/7

8:50 pm-9:44 am

1 stop19h 54m

$1,435

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of April, then departing from New York during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,345.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,413. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,963.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is at noon. Flights from New York to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,062. Flights to Cape Town are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,684. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest New York to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,367 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from New York for as low as $1,155 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Cape Town Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Cape Town Intl 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 New York to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 56% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Cape Town flight.

How have New York to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Cape Town (NYC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$1,188

Fastest flight time

14h 25m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is $1,188. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,386.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 14h 25m
Direct flights go from New York to Cape Town on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)
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  • How far is New York to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    There are 7803.4 mi between New York and Cape Town Intl. Flights usually cover this in 18h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    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 New York to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Cape Town?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Cape Town?

Best airlines flying from New York to Cape Town

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $789Free CancellationRating
7.2
861 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $915Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,968 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $942Free CancellationRating
6.9
280 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $979Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,361 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,273Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,624 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,313Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,929 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,349Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,954 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,386Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,334 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,415Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,385 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From New York to Cape Town

    United Airlines operates around 3 flights from New York to Cape Town every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $1,596, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from New York to Cape Town from as low as $1,313 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 8,929 reviews.

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