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

As of June 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.

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

Amsterdam (AMS) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cape Town Intl

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

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average return price of R25 503.

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

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 00m.

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

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 05m.

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 19h 58m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

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 June 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.

R8 328 Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town in 2026

Q: 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 R26 858 to R35 991. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 782.

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11:00 - 17:50

JFK

CPT

24h 50m

1 stop

22:00 - 20:30

CPT

JFK

28h 30m

1 stop

R13 782Virgin Atlantic

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 31

11:00 - 17:50

LGA

CPT

24h 50m

1 stop

19:35 - 21:31

CPT

LGA

31h 56m

2 stops

R13 864Virgin Atlantic

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 31

13:00 - 17:50

LGA

CPT

22h 50m

1 stop

20:05 - 17:50

CPT

LGA

27h 45m

1 stop

R14 653Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Aug 2

8:10 - 10:35

JFK

CPT

19h 25m

1 stop

14:15 - 12:15

CPT

JFK

29h 00m

2 stops

R16 640Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 16

8:10 - 10:35

JFK

CPT

19h 25m

1 stop

18:10 - 13:25

CPT

JFK

26h 15m

2 stops

R17 741Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 30

13:45 - 13:35

JFK

CPT

40h 50m

2 stops

23:25 - 6:35

CPT

JFK

38h 10m

1 stop

R17 774Kenya Airways

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

13:45 - 13:35

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

14:25 - 7:35

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

R18 119Kenya Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 28

21:45 - 13:00

EWR

CPT

33h 15m

2 stops

13:50 - 20:10

CPT

EWR

36h 20m

2 stops

R19 876Ethiopian Air

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 26

22:15 - 13:00

EWR

CPT

32h 45m

2 stops

15:25 - 19:10

CPT

EWR

34h 45m

2 stops

R20 139Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 25

7:00 - 11:10

LGA

CPT

22h 10m

2 stops

15:45 - 10:32

CPT

LGA

25h 47m

2 stops

R26 693LATAM Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 26

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Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Oct 28

EWR1:25Newark

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 25

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

36h 10m

1 stop

EWR22:30Newark

R23 786

Turkish Airlines

Dec 3

EWR0:25Newark

28h 40m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Dec 16

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

36h 10m

1 stop

EWR22:30Newark

R24 016

Turkish Airlines

Nov 2

EWR1:25Newark

27h 40m

1 stop

CPT12:05Cape Town Intl

Nov 12

CPT17:20Cape Town Intl

36h 10m

1 stop

EWR22:30Newark

R24 246

United Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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United Airlines

Oct 17

LGA6:00New York LaGuardia

27h 20m

1 stop

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Oct 25

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

18h 41m

1 stop

LGA9:31New York LaGuardia

R26 693

United Airlines

Oct 21

LGA19:29New York LaGuardia

37h 51m

1 stop

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Oct 30

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

19h 34m

1 stop

LGA10:24New York LaGuardia

R26 792

United Airlines

Oct 1

LGA10:25New York LaGuardia

22h 55m

1 stop

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

Oct 30

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

22h 59m

1 stop

LGA13:49New York LaGuardia

R27 515

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R13 782

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11:00-17:50

1 stop24h 50m

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R13 864

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LGA - CPT

LGACPT

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Mon 20/7

13:00-17:50

1 stop22h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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20:05-17:50

1 stop27h 45m

R14 653

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8:10-10:35

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

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14:15-12:15

2 stops29h 00m

R16 640

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Fri 18/12

8:10-10:35

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Cape Town Intl

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18:10-13:25

2 stops26h 15m

R17 741

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/11

13:45-13:35

2 stops40h 50m

Cape Town Intl

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23:25-6:35

1 stop38h 10m

R17 774

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-7:35

2 stops23h 10m

R18 119

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EWR - CPT

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Newark

Sun 18/10

21:45-13:00

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/10

13:50-20:10

2 stops36h 20m

R19 876

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 29/10

22:15-13:00

2 stops32h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/11

15:25-19:10

2 stops34h 45m

R20 139

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/10

7:00-11:10

2 stops22h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/11

15:45-10:32

2 stops25h 47m

R26 693

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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 September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around R9 084. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of September, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R9 133.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R25 057. 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 R34 411.

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 656 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 464 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 62% 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 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

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. Airline offering direct flights is United Airlines..

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 June 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 (91,06% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (3,25%), Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (3,25%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (0,81%).
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 52% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include British Airways with 48%.

Best airlines flying from New York to Cape Town

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 950	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 896 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 9 896 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 950 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of R28 259 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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