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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from $549

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12:30 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
29h 20m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 10:35 pmCPT-EWR
36h 00m1 stop
$885Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Oct 1
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12:30 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
29h 20m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
$886Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 5
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12:30 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
29h 20m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
$887Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 5
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1:25 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
$888Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 4
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12:25 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
36h 15m1 stop
$904Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 22 - Thu, Dec 4
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1:25 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
39h 30m2 stops
$978
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Sun, Oct 26 - Tue, Nov 4
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9:25 pm - 11:00 amEWR-CPT
31h 35m1 stop
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6:45 pm - 3:05 pmCPT-EWR
26h 20m1 stop
$1,009British Airways
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Mar 25
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1:25 am - 11:50 amEWR-CPT
28h 25m1 stop
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7:00 am - 10:30 pmCPT-EWR
46h 30m2 stops
$1,015
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Tue, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 10
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
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1:50 pm - 7:55 amCPT-EWR
25h 05m2 stops
$1,021Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 10
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10:55 am - 1:00 pmEWR-CPT
20h 05m1 stop
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1:50 pm - 8:55 amCPT-EWR
25h 05m2 stops
$1,024Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 31

Ethiopian Air flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Newark Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Jan 26
EWR10:00 amNewark
20h 00m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 10
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 05m
2 stops
EWR7:55 amNewark
$1,021
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Ethiopian Air
Aug 18
EWR10:55 amNewark
20h 05m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
Aug 31
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 05m
2 stops
EWR8:55 amNewark
$1,024
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Ethiopian Air
Nov 24
EWR10:00 amNewark
21h 35m
1 stop
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
Nov 30
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 05m
2 stops
EWR7:55 amNewark
$1,027
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Turkish Airlines flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Newark Airport to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Aug 26
EWR12:30 amNewark
29h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Oct 1
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
36h 00m
1 stop
EWR10:35 pmNewark
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 20
EWR12:30 amNewark
29h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 5
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
EWR10:30 pmNewark
$886
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 20
EWR12:30 amNewark
29h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Nov 5
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
EWR10:30 pmNewark
$887
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark Airport 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 August 2, 2025.
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NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 8/26

12:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

4:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$885

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 10/20

12:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/5

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$886

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 10/20

12:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/5

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$887

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 10/26

1:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/4

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$888

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sat 11/22

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/4

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$904

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 10/26

1:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/4

2:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$978

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 9/10

9:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,009

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 10/28

1:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/10

7:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops46h 30m

$1,015

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 1/26

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/10

1:50 pm-7:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,021

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 8/18

10:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/31

1:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,024

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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 March, then departing from Newark Airport during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,363.

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 $1,394. 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 $1,662.

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 Newark Airport 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 Newark to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Newark Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,564 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Newark Airport for as low as $1,385 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Newark 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.

How have Newark Airport to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Newark Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$549

Fastest flight time

20h 00m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Newark Airport in the past 72 hours is $549. The best round-trip flight deal from Newark Airport to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $885.
The fastest flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town takes 20h 00m
Direct flights go from Newark Airport 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 Newark to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    Cape Town Intl is 7810.5 mi away from Newark. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 00m.

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

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Newark Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. 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 Newark Airport to Cape Town?

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Best airlines flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $789Free CancellationRating
7.2
803 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $909Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $915Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,935 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,087Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,224 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,313Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,904 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,366Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Newark Airport to Cape Town

    Across 3 United Airlines flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town this week, the average price was $1,599, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $1,313 round-trip. 8,904 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

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