Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from R10 557
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Oct 4 — Oct 111
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 September 2026.
Thu 24/921:45 -
2 stops34h 25m
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2 stops25h 05m
Deal found 3/9R20 490
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Thu 22/1013:50 -
2 stops35h 55m
Deal found 31/8R20 971
Tue 22/921:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Sun 27/913:50 -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 2/9R21 179
Sun 18/1021:45 -
2 stops34h 25m
Sat 31/1015:10 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 31/8R21 323
Sun 20/921:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Mon 28/913:50 -
2 stops35h 55m
Deal found 2/9R21 371
Tue 22/921:45 -
2 stops34h 25m
Thu 8/1015:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Deal found 2/9R21 403
Sun 4/1021:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Mon 12/1013:50 -
2 stops35h 55m
Deal found 31/8R21 483
Best flights from Newark to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Tue 13/1021:45 -
2 stops34h 25m
Mon 23/1115:10 -
3 stops36h 55m
Deal found 4/9R21 499
Mon 12/109:59 -
1 stop23h 21m
Thu 29/1020:50 -
Nonstop16h 00m
Deal found 1/9R25 889
Mon 12/1010:30 -
1 stop25h 20m
Thu 29/1020:50 -
1 stop23h 22m
Deal found 1/9R26 049
Sun 28/220:35 -
Nonstop14h 25m
Sun 14/320:50 -
1 stop23h 34m
Deal found 30/8R25 985
Fri 12/221:42 -
1 stop35h 28m
Thu 25/220:50 -
Nonstop16h 00m
Deal found 3/9R26 081
Wed 13/120:35 -
Nonstop14h 25m
Thu 21/120:50 -
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Deal found 31/8R26 626
Sun 20/920:35 -
Nonstop14h 35m
Mon 28/919:50 -
Nonstop15h 30m
Deal found 2/9R27 427
Direct flights from Newark to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Newark to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Wed 21/1020:35 -
Nonstop14h 35m
Thu 29/1020:50 -
Nonstop16h 00m
Deal found 2/9R25 328
Wed 21/1020:35 -
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Wed 4/1120:50 -
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Deal found 30/8R25 344
Sun 18/1020:35 -
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Sat 31/1020:50 -
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Deal found 31/8R25 681
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Deal found 2/9R25 825
Wed 14/1020:35 -
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Mon 9/1120:50 -
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Deal found 1/9R26 049
Wed 30/920:35 -
Nonstop14h 35m
Sat 10/1019:50 -
Nonstop15h 30m
Deal found 3/9R26 065
Last-minute flights from Newark to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated 4 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 9/917:20 -
2 stops34h 55m
Wed 16/913:15 -
2 stops30h 00m
Deal found 31/8R27 074
Wed 9/921:25 -
1 stop31h 35m
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Deal found 31/8R29 830
Thu 10/96:00 -
2 stops28h 40m
Wed 30/913:15 -
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Deal found 4/9R27 090
Fri 11/910:44 -
2 stops41h 31m
Fri 16/1013:15 -
2 stops40h 14m
Deal found 31/8R27 571
Fri 11/923:55 -
3 stops56h 40m
Fri 16/1018:25 -
2 stops32h 55m
Deal found 31/8R29 493
Sat 12/923:55 -
2 stops34h 45m
Sat 17/1020:00 -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 31/8R28 452
Sat 12/910:00 -
1 stop23h 20m
Sat 17/1019:50 -
Nonstop15h 30m
Deal found 31/8R29 894
Sun 13/921:45 -
2 stops33h 45m
Sat 26/915:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Deal found 1/9R22 813
Mon 14/910:00 -
1 stop23h 20m
Thu 8/1019:50 -
Nonstop15h 30m
Deal found 31/8R26 129
Mon 14/911:15 -
2 stops22h 05m
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Nonstop15h 30m
Deal found 31/8R26 770
Mon 14/915:18 -
1 stop20h 32m
Thu 8/1023:15 -
2 stops30h 01m
Deal found 31/8R27 507
One-way flights from Newark to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Newark to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Sat 20/219:35 -
3 stops32h 05m
Wed 31/120:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 2/9R10 557
Mon 1/219:35 -
3 stops32h 00m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 3/9R10 670
Tue 1/1219:35 -
3 stops32h 00m
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Deal found 4/9R10 814
Sun 6/1219:35 -
3 stops32h 00m
Wed 31/120:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 3/9R11 150
Sun 29/1117:40 -
2 stops31h 00m
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Deal found 31/8R11 326
Sun 17/119:35 -
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Deal found 3/9R11 358
Mon 15/217:40 -
2 stops34h 00m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 2/9R11 423
Tue 24/1117:40 -
2 stops31h 00m
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Deal found 1/9R11 583
Sun 14/217:40 -
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Deal found 2/9R11 647
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 3/9R11 663
Find flight deals from Newark to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Newark to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
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Cheapest return flight
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 2/1
0:25-23:00
1 stop39h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R14 675
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 27/10
10:47-16:45
3 stops47h 58m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R17 638
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 27/12
5:07-11:10
3 stops47h 03m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R18 616
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 24/12
18:30-12:10
1 stop34h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R19 256
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 1/11
23:55-14:10
3 stops31h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R19 385
Fastest return journey
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 4/11
20:35-18:00
Nonstop14h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R20 250
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 27/10
21:35-18:00
Nonstop14h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R20 250
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 21/10
21:45-20:55
1 stop41h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R20 730
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 13/10
21:45-14:10
2 stops34h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 23/11
15:10-21:05
3 stops36h 55m
R21 499
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Mon 12/10
9:59-15:20
1 stop23h 21m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 29/10
20:50-6:50
Nonstop16h 00m
R25 889
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town is 29 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of R22 220). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R32 842). 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 EWR to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 September 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Newark Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between R20 218 and R25 104 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R19 817 on Ethiopian Air (Oct 4–Oct 11).
How often are flights from Newark to Cape Town delayed?
About 35% of weekly flights between Newark and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 182 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Share of one-stop return flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Newark Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Nairobi (NBO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R17 236.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 02m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 18m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 4 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Newark?
For a flight from Newark to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre vof the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Newark per day. 1 airline has flights to Cape Town Intl from Newark on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Airlines like Ethiopian Air, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town in about 23h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 04m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12585 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town round-trip?
According to our current data, United Airlines (R21 407), offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that United Airlines is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of R22 220). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R32 842). 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.
Explore flights to Cape Town departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 4 September 2026.
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