Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from R11 898
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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 April, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 5 November 2026.
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Deal found 1/11R19 281
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Deal found 3/11R20 781
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Deal found 3/11R21 176
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Deal found 31/10R23 220
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 5 November 2026.
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Deal found 4/11R23 796
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Deal found 1/11R25 263
Fri 5/218:30 -
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Deal found 4/11R27 307
Fri 5/223:45 -
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Thu 18/218:10 -
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Deal found 3/11R29 185
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Deal found 3/11R27 307
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Deal found 1/11R27 686
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Deal found 3/11R30 899
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 5 November 2026.
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Deal found 3/11R26 516
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Deal found 1/11R26 565
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Deal found 1/11R27 142
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Deal found 4/11R29 680
Last-minute flights from Newark to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated 5 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 9/110:45 -
3 stops30h 25m
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3 stops37h 25m
Deal found 1/11R19 281
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Deal found 1/11R25 098
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Thu 26/1117:15 -
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Deal found 2/11R25 131
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Deal found 4/11R24 159
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Deal found 1/11R24 884
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 5 November 2026.
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Deal found 31/10R12 821
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 5 November 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 5 November 2026.
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NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Mon 30/11
0:25-12:05
1 stop28h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R15 590
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 9/4
0:25-13:00
2 stops30h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R16 908
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 8/1
0:25-13:00
2 stops29h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R17 897
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 8/12
0:25-12:05
1 stop28h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R18 292
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 27/11
21:35-12:10
1 stop31h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R19 512
Fastest return journey
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 27/12
22:00-7:35
1 stop26h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R19 693
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 21/3
1:10-13:00
3 stops29h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 29/3
15:10-19:45
2 stops34h 35m
R23 796
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 14/11
0:25-23:00
1 stop39h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 30/11
17:15-22:30
1 stop36h 15m
R25 263
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 5/2
18:30-16:10
1 stop38h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 18/2
20:50-5:50
Nonstop16h 00m
R27 307
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 12/2
21:08-16:10
1 stop36h 02m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 25/2
20:50-5:50
Nonstop16h 00m
R27 307
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town
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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 87 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 R23 912). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R33 783). 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 5 November 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 R24 571 and R29 185 in February.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R19 380 on Ethiopian Air (Feb 12–Feb 20).
How often are flights from Newark to Cape Town delayed?
About 33% of weekly flights between Newark and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 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 Sunday 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 33% of flights being delayed.
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 5 November 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, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town in about 29h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 45m. 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 (R22 020), offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that United Airlines is 22% 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 R23 912). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R33 783). 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 5 November 2026.
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