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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from R10 632

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Cape Town departing on 12/10. 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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Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 11:50JFK-CPT
28h 30m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 22:25CPT-JFK
36h 10m1 stop
R17 176Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 5
Kenya Airways Logo
12:45 - 21:40JFK-CPT
25h 55m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
14:15 - 6:35CPT-JFK
23h 20m1 stop
R17 642Kenya Airways
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 14:35EWR-CPT
21h 35m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:55CPT-EWR
25h 05m2 stops
R18 251Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:00EWR-CPT
20h 00m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:55CPT-EWR
25h 05m2 stops
R18 269Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 30
British Airways Logo
20:05 - 8:00JFK-CPT
28h 55m1 stop
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 14:20CPT-JFK
24h 40m1 stop
R18 718British Airways
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Mon, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 19
British Airways Logo
7:50 - 11:00JFK-CPT
21h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 22:30CPT-JFK
33h 35m1 stop
R20 439British Airways
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Thu, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 7
United Airlines Logo
21:00 - 15:20EWR-CPT
36h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 5:50CPT-EWR
16h 00mdirect
R23 845United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
6:00 - 15:20EWR-CPT
27h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 5:20CPT-EWR
15h 30mdirect
R24 024United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 11
KLM Logo
16:00 - 21:25LGA-CPT
23h 25m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:15 - 18:32CPT-LGA
25h 17m2 stops
R27 126KLM
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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 9
KLM Logo
16:00 - 21:25LGA-CPT
23h 25m2 stops
KLM Logo
23:45 - 19:35CPT-LGA
26h 50m2 stops
R28 704KLM
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Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Nov 6

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines
Nov 24
JFK0:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Dec 5
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
JFK22:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 176
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 25
JFK12:50New York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Dec 5
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
JFK22:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 749
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Turkish Airlines
Aug 18
JFK0:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Sept 9
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JFK10:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 839
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British Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best British Airways deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
British Airways
Nov 10
JFK20:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 55m
1 stop
CPT8:00Cape Town Intl
Nov 19
CPT20:40Cape Town Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
JFK14:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 718
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British Airways
Sept 25
JFK7:50New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
Oct 7
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
33h 35m
1 stop
JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
R20 439
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British Airways
Aug 12
JFK20:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
Aug 20
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
JFK18:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
R21 066
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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around R24 096. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R24 383.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as R23 843. 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 R45 742.

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 R18 687. 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 R36 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 R24 604 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 228 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.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% 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 June 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 5% 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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Cheap New York to Cape Town (NYC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R10 632

Fastest flight time

14h 25m

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 R10 632. The best return flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R17 176.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 14h 25m
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 45m.

  • 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 426Free CancellationRating
6,6
7 016 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R23 620Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 798 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 8 798 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 627 for United Airlines flights on this route.


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