Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from R10 819
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Oct 9 — Oct 161
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 9 September 2026.
Wed 9/923:10 -
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Deal found 4/9R19 413
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Deal found 7/9R19 429
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Deal found 4/9R19 797
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Deal found 6/9R19 813
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Deal found 9/9R19 829
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Deal found 6/9R19 941
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Sun 29/1115:10 -
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Deal found 4/9R20 181
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Deal found 7/9R20 197
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Deal found 9/9R20 485
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3 stops36h 55m
Deal found 5/9R20 517
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 9 September 2026.
Wed 14/1023:10 -
3 stops33h 00m
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Deal found 6/9R19 941
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Deal found 8/9R25 799
Tue 23/26:00 -
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Deal found 6/9R26 759
Sat 17/1023:55 -
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Mon 26/1015:20 -
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Deal found 5/9R26 855
Fri 13/1123:25 -
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Thu 26/1113:50 -
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Deal found 6/9R22 150
Sun 11/1020:35 -
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Deal found 7/9R25 815
Sun 8/1123:55 -
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Thu 10/1213:50 -
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Deal found 8/9R23 526
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Deal found 4/9R26 055
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Deal found 6/9R26 055
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Deal found 4/9R26 999
Thu 1/1018:00 -
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Deal found 6/9R27 479
Wed 25/1121:01 -
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Deal found 5/9R28 615
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 9 September 2026.
Fri 12/220:35 -
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Deal found 5/9R25 302
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Deal found 9/9R25 334
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Deal found 9/9R25 815
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Deal found 8/9R25 831
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Deal found 5/9R26 023
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Deal found 9/9R26 599
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Deal found 7/9R26 743
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Deal found 8/9R27 399
Last-minute flights from Newark to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated 9 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Wed 9/923:10 -
3 stops32h 20m
Wed 23/915:10 -
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Deal found 4/9R19 413
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Deal found 9/9R20 485
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Deal found 7/9R20 901
Sun 27/923:20 -
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Deal found 5/9R19 429
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Deal found 6/9R19 813
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Deal found 6/9R19 941
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Deal found 6/9R20 197
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Deal found 8/9R20 213
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 9 September 2026.
Tue 1/1219:35 -
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Deal found 7/9R10 819
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Deal found 8/9R11 155
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Deal found 7/9R11 171
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Deal found 8/9R11 251
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Deal found 7/9R11 283
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Deal found 8/9R11 299
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Deal found 8/9R11 379
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Deal found 8/9R11 395
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Deal found 8/9R11 427
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Deal found 7/9R11 523
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 9 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 9 September 2026.
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NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 3/3
0:25-12:05
1 stop28h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R15 140
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 26/2
0:25-12:05
1 stop28h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R15 780
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 12/12
22:00-7:40
2 stops26h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R18 581
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
R18 613
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 26/2
21:35-12:10
1 stop31h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R18 853
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 11/12
20:50-7:40
1 stop27h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R19 029
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 5/2
23:25-13:00
3 stops30h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R19 893
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 14/10
23:10-14:10
3 stops33h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 26/10
13:50-22:05
3 stops38h 15m
R19 941
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 229
NewarkCape Town
EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 28/10
21:35-18:00
Nonstop14h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
0:00-17:00
Nonstop0h 00m
R20 229
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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 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 198). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R32 808). 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 9 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 R19 893 and R25 350 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R19 429 on Ethiopian Air (Nov 4–Nov 18).
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 218.
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 9 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 and United Airlines fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town in about 14h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 35m. 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 385), 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 198). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R32 808). 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 9 September 2026.
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