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 25m on average, while flying from New York to Cape Town is 21h 50m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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

As of September 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from New York to Cape Town. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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

SAUDIA and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cape Town Intl

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 1 as of September 2026.

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.

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0:45 - 13:00EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

29h 15m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

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Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

0:10 - 13:00EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

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15:10 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

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Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

0:10 - 14:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

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Sun, Nov 22 - Mon, Nov 30

23:20 - 14:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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Sun, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 26

0:45 - 13:00EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30

23:10 - 14:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 22:35CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

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R19 668Ethiopian Air

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

20:35 - 18:00EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 25mdirect

20:50 - 5:50CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

16h 00mdirect

R26 099United Airlines

Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 15

20:35 - 17:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

19:50 - 5:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

15h 30mdirect

R26 115United Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 24

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21:45 - 13:00EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

33h 15m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

15:10 - 22:55CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

38h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto

R21 735Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Dec 20

23:10 - 14:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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13:50 - 21:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

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R21 898Ethiopian Air

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Dec 21

21:45 - 14:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R22 142Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Dec 21

13:45 - 13:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

20:25 - 7:35CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R22 712Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30

13:45 - 13:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

17:15 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 10m1 stop Istanbul

R23 152Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Dec 18

13:45 - 13:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

17:15 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 40m1 stop Istanbul

R23 168Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Dec 24

13:45 - 13:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

17:15 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 40m1 stop Istanbul

R23 168Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Sun, Dec 20

13:45 - 13:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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16:35 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 20m1 stop Istanbul

R23 298Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 19

20:35 - 17:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

19:50 - 5:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

15h 30mdirect

R30 299United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 24

20:35 - 17:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 35mdirect

19:50 - 5:20CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

15h 30mdirect

R30 299United Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 22

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Oct 21

JFK1:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 55m

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CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

Oct 29

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

26h 25m

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JFK10:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

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CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

33h 25m

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JFK15:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R23 152

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Nov 11

EWR23:25Newark

30h 35m

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CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

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CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

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EWR0:10Newark

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R26 115

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R22 598 to R27 206.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R19 619.

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 R23 103. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R23 738.

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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as R26 811. 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 R35 840.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R24 439 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R18 202 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Cape Town 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 New York to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 71% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Cape Town flight.

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

As of September 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% cheaper 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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Best price found	R8 173
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, 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 R8 173. The best return flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R19 619.

The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from New York to Cape Town on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Cape Town

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 25m.
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 1 as of September 2026.
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 (96,24% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (0,75%), Airbus A320neo (0,75%), and Boeing 787 Dreamliner (0,75%).
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 100% of the total bookings.

Best airlines flying from New York to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 775	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 242 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From New York to Cape Town
United Airlines flies from New York to Cape Town around 3 times per week, with 10 242 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 R21 775 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R28 025 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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