How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?

A quick flight from New York to Cape Town can take about 14h 25m. Norse Atlantic UK provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R23 205. There are 12585 km between New York and Cape Town. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Cape Town round-trip?

British Airways, at R16 881, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. British Airways is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Cape Town one-way?

R7 555 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Norse Atlantic UK. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Hahn Air, with prices starting from R8 511 and R9 726, respectively.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Cape Town?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from New York to Cape Town?

When deciding which route to take from New York to Cape Town, consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl, Newark - Cape Town Intl or New York LaGuardia - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from New York to Cape Town?

Travellers have found that booking a Sunday departure is the best way to save up to 93% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from New York to Cape Town at least 11 days early can save you up to 50% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 11 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from New York to Cape Town for as little as R15 858 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R32 132 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cape Town?

Our data shows that March tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York. Users have commonly found prices around R25 901 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R15 337. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from New York?

Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Cape Town. 2 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York per day.

Can I find deals for flights from New York to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from New York to Cape Town?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Cape Town.

Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Cape Town?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

R7 382+ Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Cape Town

Round-trip from	R16 882
One-way from	R7 382
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R23 847

Turkish Airlines
8/11-19/11
2 total stops
64h 40m total
New York to Cape Town

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Norse Atlantic UK
17/11
1 total stop
29h 40m total
New York to Cape Town

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R14 295 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from New York to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 September 2025.

Sat 8/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Wed 19/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R16 882

Wed 26/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Mon 15/1217:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9R17 212

Tue 28/101:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Thu 6/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R17 247

Wed 3/120:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Fri 12/1217:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R17 299

Sat 8/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Tue 18/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9R17 456

Thu 27/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Wed 10/1217:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R17 768

Sun 9/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Wed 19/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R17 838

Sat 8/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Thu 20/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R17 872

Tue 2/120:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Sun 21/1217:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R18 098

Sun 9/110:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Tue 18/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R18 116

Mon 20/1013:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways

Wed 29/1023:25CPT - JFK

1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/9R18 185

Mon 3/110:20JFK - CPT

1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/1117:15CPT - JFK

1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R18 202

Best flights from New York to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New York to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 13 September 2025.

Mon 12/118:05JFK - CPT

1 stop29h 40mNorse Atlantic UK

Tue 20/112:30CPT - JFK

1 stop34h 25mNorse Atlantic UK

Deal found 12/9R20 043

Wed 18/28:05JFK - CPT

1 stop21h 05mBritish Airways

Thu 26/220:45CPT - JFK

1 stop22h 50mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9R21 572

Wed 18/220:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 25/220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R23 205

Sun 1/318:30LGA - CPT

1 stop17h 45mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 10/321:30CPT - LGA

1 stop27h 16mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/9R23 465

Sun 15/217:00LGA - CPT

1 stop19h 15mDelta

Thu 26/221:30CPT - LGA

1 stop24h 14mDelta

Deal found 11/9R23 465

Fri 26/918:00EWR - CPT

1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1019:00CPT - EWR

1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R23 760

Mon 16/28:05JFK - CPT

1 stop21h 05mBritish Airways

Fri 27/220:50CPT - JFK

1 stop24h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9R22 875

Sun 15/220:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 25/220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R23 205

Sun 15/216:00LGA - CPT

1 stop20h 15mDelta

Mon 23/221:30CPT - LGA

1 stop24h 14mDelta

Deal found 11/9R23 465

Mon 16/214:46EWR - CPT

1 stop18h 24mUnited Airlines

Thu 26/220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R23 291

Wed 7/18:05JFK - CPT

1 stop21h 05mBritish Airways

Mon 2/222:10CPT - JFK

1 stop21h 25mBritish Airways

Deal found 11/9R23 309

Mon 26/117:00LGA - CPT

1 stop19h 15mDelta

Tue 10/221:30CPT - LGA

1 stop24h 14mDelta

Deal found 11/9R23 465

Direct flights from New York to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from New York to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 13 September 2025.

Fri 26/920:25EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines

Thu 9/1019:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop15h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9R21 902

Sun 19/1020:25EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines

Mon 27/1019:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R23 205

Sun 28/1220:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 28/120:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R24 073

Sun 18/120:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Sat 31/120:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9R24 108

Sun 15/220:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Mon 23/220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R24 768

Wed 19/1120:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/1220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R24 941

Fri 28/1120:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/1220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R25 810

Sun 12/1020:25EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines

Mon 20/1019:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop15h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R26 331

Tue 17/220:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Mon 23/220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R26 505

Wed 24/920:25EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines

Mon 6/1019:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop15h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R26 678

Fri 13/220:35EWR - CPT

Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines

Sat 28/220:50CPT - EWR

Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/9R27 199

Last-minute flights from New York to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from New York to Cape Town. Data last updated 13 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 24/913:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 27/96:05CPT - JFK

2 stops55h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9R18 237

Wed 24/913:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/107:25CPT - JFK

2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R18 376

Wed 15/1013:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways

Thu 23/1014:30CPT - JFK

2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/9R18 480

Mon 20/1013:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways

Wed 29/1023:25CPT - JFK

1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/9R18 185

Mon 20/1012:50JFK - CPT

1 stop41h 00mTurkish Airlines

Tue 28/1017:15CPT - JFK

1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R18 324

Mon 20/1010:55EWR - CPT

1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air

Tue 28/1013:50CPT - EWR

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Deal found 13/9R18 376

Tue 21/100:35JFK - CPT

1 stop29h 15mTurkish Airlines

Mon 3/1117:15CPT - JFK

1 stop36h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/9R18 393

Wed 22/1013:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 10/1112:30CPT - JFK

1 stop34h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R18 307

Wed 22/1013:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways

Tue 28/1014:25CPT - JFK

2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways

Deal found 11/9R18 498

Fri 24/1013:45JFK - CPT

2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/1114:25CPT - JFK

2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R18 359

Tue 28/101:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Thu 6/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9R17 247

Tue 28/101:25EWR - CPT

1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines

Mon 10/1117:15CPT - EWR

1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9R17 768

One-way flights from New York to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from New York to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 13 September 2025.

Mon 17/1118:05JFK - CPT

1 stop29h 40mNorse Atlantic UK

Deal found 12/9R7 382

Mon 10/1118:05JFK - CPT

1 stop29h 40mNorse Atlantic UK

Deal found 12/9R7 555

Fri 14/110:30JFK - CPT

2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R8 024

Fri 14/110:25EWR - CPT

2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R8 094

Sun 16/1123:45JFK - CPT

2 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R8 389

Sun 26/1013:45JFK - CPT

1 stop34h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 11/9R8 511

Wed 24/913:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/9R8 528

Sun 16/1123:55EWR - CPT

2 stops47h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9R8 667

Sun 16/1112:45JFK - CPT

1 stop34h 15mKenya Airways

Deal found 12/9R8 719

Sun 26/1019:05JFK - CPT

1 stop32h 55mNorse Atlantic UK

Deal found 11/9R8 806

Sun 9/110:15EWR - CPT

2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9R8 823

Tue 20/112:45JFK - CPT

1 stop26h 20mKenya Airways

Deal found 11/9R8 910

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/1

18:05-6:45

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

12:30-15:55

1 stop34h 25m

R20 043

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/2

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

20:45-12:35

1 stop22h 50m

R21 572

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/2

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

20:50-14:20

1 stop24h 30m

R22 875

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 18/2

20:35-18:00

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

20:50-5:50

Nonstop16h 00m

R23 205

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 15/2

20:35-18:00

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/2

20:50-5:50

Nonstop16h 00m

R23 205

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 16/2

14:46-16:10

1 stop18h 24m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/2

20:50-5:50

Nonstop16h 00m

R23 291

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/1

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

22:10-12:35

1 stop21h 25m

R23 309

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/1

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

20:50-14:20

1 stop24h 30m

R23 309

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/1

8:05-12:10

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

18:55-14:20

1 stop26h 25m

R23 309

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/1

21:35-8:05

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

22:10-12:35

1 stop21h 25m

R23 309

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Cape Town

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from New York to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CPT?

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Cape Town at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New York to Cape Town?

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 54% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New York to Cape Town?

London (LHR) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R21 668.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New York to Cape Town?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New York to Cape Town?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 25m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from New York to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 934 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 934 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 934 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

3 968 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 934 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

861 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 934 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 361 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 934 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from New York?
Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Cape Town. 2 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York per day.
How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?
A quick flight from New York to Cape Town can take about 14h 25m. Norse Atlantic UK provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R23 205. There are 12585 km between New York and Cape Town. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Cape Town round-trip?
British Airways, at R16 881, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. British Airways is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Cape Town one-way?
R7 555 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Norse Atlantic UK. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Hahn Air, with prices starting from R8 511 and R9 726, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from New York to Cape Town?
When deciding which route to take from New York to Cape Town, consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl, Newark - Cape Town Intl or New York LaGuardia - Cape Town Intl, as they are the most popular.
Can I find deals for flights from New York to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New York to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from New York to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	CheapestR16 881	AverageR21 664	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR23 198	AverageR27 509	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 10 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Cape TownExplore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 September 2025.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 September 2025.