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

Kenya Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to New York

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to New York?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R14 900.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to New York?

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 00m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and New York?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which airlines fly to New York?

United Airlines, KLM and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to New York?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 51m.

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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and New York is 3 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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?

There are 12 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York as of October 2025.

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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R16 366 to R21 442. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 448.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Cape Town, with most prices found around R16 487. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, 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 November, still average around R16 625.

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 Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as R17 029. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around R24 025.

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 R15 607. 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 R21 317 per ticket.

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

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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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around R18 520 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R16 055 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.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to New York flight.

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

As of October 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	R18 351
Fastest flight time	15h 30m
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The best one-way flight to New York from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R18 351. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 201.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 15h 30m

Direct flights go from Cape Town to New York on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport near New York: Newark (EWR)

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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 30m 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?
There are 12 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York as of October 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cape Town to New York is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 95,81% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777 at 1,40%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 0,93%, and Airbus A350-900 at 0,93%.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and New York, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include KLM with 12%, Kenya Airways with 11%, and Emirates with 11%.

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SWISS	PriceFrom R13 741	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 753 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 109	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 865 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R14 501	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 8 930 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R14 915	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 280 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R15 115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 665 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
KLM	PriceFrom R15 446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 387 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R15 784	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 468 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom R15 835	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 7 961 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R16 630	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 637 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R17 115	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 985 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Cape Town to New York
United Airlines flies from Cape Town to New York around 3 times per week, with 8 930 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 R840 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R1 008 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

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.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to New York flight.

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

As of October 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Kenya Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to New York

Which airlines fly to New York?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and New York?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to New York?

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the lowest average return price of R14 900.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to New York?

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 00m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to New York?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 51m.

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

The number of flights available between Cape Town and New York is 3 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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