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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from R9 357

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Cape Town.
13:45 - 13:40JFK-CPT
41h 55m2 stops
23:30 - 7:35CPT-JFK
38h 05m1 stop
R17 923Kenya Airways
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Fri, Apr 25 - Thu, May 8
13:45 - 13:00JFK-CPT
41h 15m1 stop
14:30 - 7:35CPT-JFK
23h 05m2 stops
R18 015Kenya Airways
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Thu, Apr 24 - Sun, May 4
19:50 - 11:50JFK-CPT
34h 00m1 stop
16:35 - 22:40CPT-JFK
36h 05m1 stop
R18 899Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 30
0:35 - 11:50JFK-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
16:35 - 17:55CPT-JFK
31h 20m1 stop
R18 973Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 30
21:25 - 11:00EWR-CPT
31h 35m1 stop
18:55 - 13:55CPT-EWR
25h 00m1 stop
R21 846British Airways
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Wed, May 7 - Mon, May 19
7:50 - 11:00JFK-CPT
21h 10m1 stop
18:55 - 11:05CPT-JFK
22h 10m1 stop
R21 846British Airways
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Mon, May 12 - Wed, Jun 4
20:25 - 17:10EWR-CPT
14h 45mdirect
19:50 - 5:20CPT-EWR
15h 30mdirect
R24 591United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 2
6:00 - 15:20EWR-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
19:50 - 5:20CPT-EWR
15h 30mdirect
R24 683United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 6
17:00 - 21:25LGA-CPT
22h 25m2 stops
23:15 - 17:23CPT-LGA
24h 08m2 stops
R27 648KLM
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Wed, May 14 - Wed, May 21
17:00 - 21:10LGA-CPT
22h 10m2 stops
23:15 - 18:30CPT-LGA
25h 15m2 stops
R27 777KLM
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Sun, Apr 13 - Wed, May 21

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Apr 23
JFK19:50New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Apr 30
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
36h 05m
1 stop
JFK22:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 899
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Turkish Airlines
Sept 18
JFK0:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 30
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
31h 20m
1 stop
JFK17:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 973
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Turkish Airlines
Sept 13
EWR0:30Newark
29h 20m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 23
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
36h 00m
1 stop
EWR22:35Newark
R19 230
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American Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
American Airlines
May 27
JFK18:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
Jul 8
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
22h 10m
1 stop
JFK11:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 557
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American Airlines
May 27
JFK21:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 30m
2 stops
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
Jul 8
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
28h 10m
1 stop
JFK17:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 630
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American Airlines
May 27
JFK21:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
Jul 8
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
JFK12:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
R21 791
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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?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around R24 591. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R25 162.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R0. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Sunday is R46 995.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to Cape Town at midday for as low as R19 199. 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 afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R37 509 per ticket.

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 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R25 415 when searching 23 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 R21 809 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

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

As of March 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 19% 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Cape Town

Best price found

R9 357

Fastest flight time

14h 30m

Direct flights

Mon, 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 R9 357. The best return flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 923.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 14h 30m
Direct flights go from New York to Cape Town on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is United Airlines..
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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

    New York and Cape Town Intl are 12558,4 km apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 14h 30m.

  • 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

  • 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 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 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 licence 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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Airline
Rating
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R17 903Free CancellationRating
6,6
6 713 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R24 267Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 614 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From New York to Cape Town

    United Airlines flies from New York to Cape Town around 3 times per week, with 8 614 momondo users rating the airline 7,4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from New York to Cape Town in the last 72 hours was R1 317 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R1 673 for United Airlines flights on this route.


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