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

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

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

3 flights are operational weekly from State of New York to Cape Town as of August 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from State of 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 18h 35m 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 were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

There is 1 operator available for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:45 - 6:00JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

0:10 - 22:25CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

52h 15m2 stops London Gatwick Dublin

R14 927Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

19:30 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 14:31CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Delta

Sun, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 18

17:00 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 17:54CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Delta

Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 23

19:30 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 17:54CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Delta

Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18

19:30 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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20:50 - 11:54CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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R15 665Delta

Sun, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 23

17:00 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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R15 665Delta

Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18

15:10 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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20h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Delta

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14:00 - 18:35JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 12:13CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 665Delta

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 7

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

14h 35mdirect

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

15h 30mdirect

R25 766United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 17

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

14h 35mdirect

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

15h 30mdirect

R25 782United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 17

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21h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

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21h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 857KLM

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1

14:35 - 21:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 50m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 12:32CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

43h 17m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R15 921KLM

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1

14:35 - 21:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 50m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

23:15 - 17:10CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R20 234KLM

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1

13:45 - 22:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23:30 - 7:35CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R21 196Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2

13:45 - 22:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 7:35CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R21 196Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3

13:45 - 22:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

14:25 - 7:35CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R21 196Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Fri, Sep 4

13:45 - 22:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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38h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R21 228Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2

13:45 - 22:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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23h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R21 228Kenya Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3

20:25 - 17:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 45mdirect

19:50 - 5:05CPT Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark

15h 15mdirect

R30 640United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Thu, Sep 3

20:25 - 17:10EWR Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 45mdirect

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

15h 30mdirect

R30 640United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 14

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Sept 9

JFK18:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

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JFK12:32New York John F Kennedy Intl

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EWR17:00Newark

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R15 889

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CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

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JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

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JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

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CPT7:20Cape Town Intl

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Nov 25

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

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CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

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

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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 State of New York, with most prices found around R22 399. 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 216.

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 403. 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 295.

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 State to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R24 149 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 State of New York for as low as R18 118 on momondo.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a State of New York to Cape Town flight.

Cheap State of New York to Cape Town flight deals and tips

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Best price found	R7 824
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 State of New York in the past 72 hours is R7 824. The best return flight deal from State of New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 927.

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

Direct flights go from State of 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 State of New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York State to 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 were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There is 1 operator available for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from State of New York to Cape Town

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United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 424	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 106 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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