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20:20 - 16:40CPT-JFK
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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 9
CPT19:10Cape Town Intl
43h 50m
1 stop
JFK8:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 16
JFK1:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 10m
1 stop
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
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Apr 27
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
26h 00m
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JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
May 4
JFK21:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
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CPT10:50Cape Town Intl
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Feb 3
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 25m
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JFK8:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 9
JFK1:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
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CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
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SWISS flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best SWISS deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
SWISS
Feb 6
CPT20:20Cape Town Intl
27h 20m
2 stops
JFK16:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 18
JFK16:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 30m
1 stop
CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
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SWISS
Feb 5
CPT23:55Cape Town Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
JFK16:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 18
JFK16:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 30m
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CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
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SWISS
Feb 3
CPT19:50Cape Town Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
EWR20:30Newark
Feb 10
EWR22:05Newark
40h 50m
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CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to New York

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Cape Town, with most prices found around R17 116. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to New York from Cape Town during February instead. Flights to New York in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around R17 302.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to New York from Cape Town is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R18 242. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Thursday, with ticket prices averaging around R19 874.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New York is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Cape Town to New York in the morning for as low as R16 856. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to New York, so prices are often more expensive at around R24 366 per ticket.

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

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

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 17 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around R19 038 when searching 17 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 R18 384 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.

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

As of January 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to New York

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

R9 397

Fastest flight time

15h 15m

Direct flights

Tue, 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 R9 397. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 704.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 15h 15m
Direct flights go from Cape Town to New York on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is United Airlines..
There are 3 airports near New York: Newark (EWR), New York LaGuardia (LGA), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to New York by plane?

    Cape Town Intl and New York are 12558,4 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 15h 15m by plane in normal conditions.

  • 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 that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check 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 licence 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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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R10 389Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 931 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R13 759Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 985 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R14 586Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 490 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R14 836Free CancellationRating
7,5
665 reviews
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SWISSPriceFrom R15 151Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 600 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R15 152Free CancellationRating
6,7
277 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 293Free CancellationRating
7,2
775 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 840Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 341 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 008Free CancellationRating
8,0
8 521 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R17 616Free CancellationRating
6,6
6 834 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Cape Town to New York

    United Airlines flies from Cape Town to New York around 3 times per week, with 8 985 momondo users rating the airline 7,4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Cape Town to New York in the last 72 hours was R738 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R1 179 for United Airlines flights on this route.


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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cape Town to New York?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to New York from Cape Town.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to New York with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to New York from Cape Town which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Cape Town to New York?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Cape Town and New York by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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