Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from R10 294
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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 743. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R25 304.
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 R47 750.
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 508. 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 R38 112 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 6 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R25 037 when searching 6 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 149 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 long does it take to fly to Cape Town?
The average flight duration from New York to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Newark to Cape Town is 14h 20m on average, while flying from New York to Cape Town is 19h 45m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.
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Best price found | R10 294 |
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Fastest flight time | 14h 20m |
Direct flights | Mon, Thu and Sat |
Airports in Cape Town | 1 airport |
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 20m.
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?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport is 2 as of February 2025.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to Cape Town is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (97,84% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (1,73%) and Airbus A350-900 (0,43%).
What is the most popular airline from New York to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Cape Town, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 35% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include British Airways with 29%, Turkish Airlines with 14%, and KLM with 12%.
Best airlines flying from New York to Cape Town
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Cape Town with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom R18 392 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6,6 6 781 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom R24 657 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7,4 8 887 reviews |
United Airlines Flights From New York to Cape Town
United Airlines flies from New York to Cape Town around 3 times per week, with 8 887 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Cape Town?
We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from New York to Cape Town for you.
Can I find flights from New York to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cape Town from New York with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Cape Town?
momondo helps you find the best flight between New York and Cape Town 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.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Cape Town right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Cape Town from New York. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.