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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York from R8 636

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to New York departing on 20/11. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00CPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00EWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
R13 643Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Mar 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 9:00CPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 - 13:00EWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
R13 899Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:00CPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00EWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
R14 205Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 9:00CPT-EWR
25h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 - 13:00EWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
R14 852Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 25
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:50 - 20:06CPT-LGA
30h 16m2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
16:00 - 19:15LGA-CPT
20h 15m1 stop
R15 636Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:50 - 12:15CPT-JFK
22h 25m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:20 - 12:05JFK-CPT
20h 45m1 stop
R15 670Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 10
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 7:35CPT-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35JFK-CPT
41h 50m2 stops
R15 704Kenya Airways
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Tue, Mar 10 - Sun, Mar 22
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 6:35CPT-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:40JFK-CPT
41h 55m2 stops
R15 942Kenya Airways
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Thu, Feb 19 - Fri, Mar 27
KLM Logo
7:55 - 15:55CPT-EWR
38h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:00 - 21:45EWR-CPT
22h 45m1 stop
R16 198KLM
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Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 9:45CPT-LGA
19h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
19:29 - 16:10LGA-CPT
37h 41m1 stop
R17 527United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 19 - Sun, Jan 11

KLM flights from Cape Town to New York

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to New York flight tickets
KLM
Mar 23
CPT7:55Cape Town Intl
36h 00m
1 stop
JFK13:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 30
JFK19:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
CPT21:25Cape Town Intl
R16 198
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KLM
Mar 10
CPT8:00Cape Town Intl
42h 20m
1 stop
JFK20:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 21
JFK2:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 50m
1 stop
CPT5:50Cape Town Intl
R16 828
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KLM
Mar 10
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
30h 35m
2 stops
EWR15:55Newark
Mar 22
EWR18:05Newark
21h 50m
2 stops
CPT21:55Cape Town Intl
R17 322
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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 19
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JFK8:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 27
JFK11:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
R17 390
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Qatar Airways
Feb 19
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JFK8:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 27
JFK11:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
R17 407
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Qatar Airways
Nov 17
CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
44h 00m
1 stop
JFK8:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
Feb 13
JFK10:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
R22 398
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to New York 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 13 550 searches. Data last updated 14 November 2025.
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Return

Price

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 4/3

10:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R13 643

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 25/3

11:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R13 899

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 9/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R14 205

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 25/3

11:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R14 852

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

20:50-20:06

2 stops30h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/12

16:00-19:15

1 stop20h 15m

R15 636

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

20:50-12:15

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/1

8:20-12:05

1 stop20h 45m

R15 670

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

14:25-7:35

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/3

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

R15 704

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

14:25-6:35

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/3

13:45-13:40

2 stops41h 55m

R15 942

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

7:55-15:55

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Mon 30/3

17:00-21:45

1 stop22h 45m

R16 198

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/12

20:50-9:45

1 stop19h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/1

19:29-16:10

1 stop37h 41m

R17 527

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to New York

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 283. 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 334.

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 R16 801. 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 R23 240.

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 398. 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 R20 705 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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around R18 025 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 011 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 50% 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 November 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York flights are approximately 75% 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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Cheap Cape Town to New York (CPT to NYC) flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

R17 042

Fastest flight time

16h 00m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun

Airports in New York

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New York from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R17 042. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 433.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to New York takes 16h 00m
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 45m 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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Rating
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SWISSPriceFrom R12 758Free CancellationRating
7,5
1 784 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 920Free CancellationRating
7,2
894 reviews
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Virgin AtlanticPriceFrom R13 959Free CancellationRating
7,5
673 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R14 307Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 017 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R14 715Free CancellationRating
6,8
286 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R15 103Free CancellationRating
7,7
1 411 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom R15 572Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 487 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R15 626Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 007 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R16 636Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 662 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R16 849Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 043 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Cape Town to New York

    United Airlines flies from Cape Town to New York around 4 times per week, with 9 017 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 R14 307 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R17 131 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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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.

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Fly into one of these airports located in New York

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 21.9 km from New York
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New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport
New York LaGuardia Airport