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

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

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

The number of flights available between State of New York and Cape Town is 3 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

United Airlines, Delta and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from State of New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in State of New York you fly out of and what airport in Cape Town you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Cape Town takes 14h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Cape Town takes 21h on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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 were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

There are 11 operators available for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport as of May 2026.

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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

8:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

41h 10m

2 stops

$1,297Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

40h 50m

2 stops

7:00 am - 6:35 am

CPT

JFK

30h 35m

2 stops

$1,299Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

2:20 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 15m

1 stop

$1,301Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 12

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

$1,308Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Oct 20

9:45 pm - 2:10 pm

EWR

CPT

34h 25m

2 stops

1:50 pm - 8:55 am

CPT

EWR

25h 05m

2 stops

$1,333Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jun 7 - Sun, Jul 5

9:15 pm - 1:00 pm

EWR

CPT

32h 45m

2 stops

3:25 pm - 7:10 pm

CPT

EWR

34h 45m

2 stops

$1,369Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 23

12:09 pm - 10:15 am

BUF

CPT

40h 06m

2 stops

1:15 pm - 10:10 pm

CPT

BUF

38h 55m

2 stops

$1,463Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24

12:25 am - 11:50 am

EWR

CPT

29h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 10:30 pm

CPT

EWR

35h 55m

1 stop

$1,469Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 30

12:25 am - 12:05 pm

EWR

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 10:30 pm

CPT

EWR

36h 10m

1 stop

$1,470Turkish Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 18

7:59 am - 5:30 pm

BUF

CPT

51h 31m

2 stops

1:15 pm - 10:10 pm

CPT

BUF

38h 55m

2 stops

$1,488Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 24

Delta flights from State of New York to Cape Town

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Delta

Sep 26

LGA4:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

19h 50m

1 stop

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Oct 11

CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl

20h 38m

1 stop

LGA10:43 amNew York LaGuardia

$1,665

Delta

Oct 21

LGA5:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

30h 50m

2 stops

CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl

Oct 30

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

26h 52m

1 stop

LGA5:42 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,667

Delta

Oct 5

LGA2:50 pmNew York LaGuardia

21h 00m

2 stops

CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl

Oct 15

CPT11:15 pmCape Town Intl

27h 16m

2 stops

LGA8:31 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,670

Kenya Airways flights from State of New York to Cape Town

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Kenya Airways

Sep 2

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 12

CPT2:20 pmCape Town Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,301

Kenya Airways

Sep 1

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 12

CPT2:20 pmCape Town Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,306

Kenya Airways

Aug 18

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Oct 20

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,308

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2 stops41h 50m

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Wed 9/30

8:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops41h 10m

$1,297

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/24

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/28

7:00 am-6:35 am

2 stops30h 35m

$1,299

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/2

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/12

2:20 pm-7:35 am

1 stop23h 15m

$1,301

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/18

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/20

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

$1,308

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EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 6/7

9:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/5

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,333

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 11/12

9:15 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/23

3:25 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$1,369

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Tue 9/15

12:09 pm-10:15 am

2 stops40h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,463

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 9/7

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/30

4:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

$1,469

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 11/8

12:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/18

5:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,470

BuffaloCape Town

BUF - CPT

BUFCPT

Buffalo

Tue 9/15

7:59 am-5:30 pm

2 stops51h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/24

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,488

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of January, then departing from State of New York during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $556.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,534. 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 $2,011.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New York State to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,443 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from State of New York for as low as $1,095 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on State of New York to Cape Town flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
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Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The fastest flight from State of New York to Cape Town takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from State of New York to Cape Town on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From State of New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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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 were last updated today.
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There are 11 operators available for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport as of May 2026.
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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,421 reviews	Search Delta flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,645 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $897	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,008 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $925	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,399 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $983	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 304 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,337	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,761 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,436	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,574 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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