Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from R12 021
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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 October or February, 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 6 June 2026.
Sun 1/1121:15
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/1115:25
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/6R22 468
Tue 3/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 13/1117:20
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/6R22 846
Fri 5/621:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 10/614:35
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/6R23 584
Thu 8/1021:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 13/1013:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/6R23 780
Tue 3/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/1117:20
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/6R23 994
Tue 17/110:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 25/1117:20
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6R24 043
Mon 19/1023:55
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops36h 10m
Emirates
Mon 26/1020:00
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops31h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 5/6R24 059
Mon 7/90:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 18/916:35
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6R24 108
Sun 20/921:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 28/915:10
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/6R24 289
Wed 4/1123:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops28h 55m
Emirates
Wed 18/1118:30
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops33h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 4/6R24 354
Sun 27/921:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 8/1013:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/6R24 404
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 6 June 2026.
Sun 1/1120:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 12/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6R27 241
Tue 15/921:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 23/915:10
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/6R28 520
Sat 15/88:30
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops30h 55m
KLM
Sun 30/823:15
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops27h 39m
KLM
Deal found 3/6R28 733
Sat 15/813:23
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop22h 27m
Delta
Sun 30/823:15
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 4/6R28 963
Mon 21/918:00
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop33h 30m
Lufthansa
Sun 27/917:55
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop27h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/6R29 898
Thu 29/1010:10
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 12/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6R27 323
Wed 21/1017:00
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Delta
Mon 26/1020:50
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop24h 13m
Delta
Deal found 4/6R28 979
Fri 30/1021:42
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop36h 28m
United Airlines
Mon 16/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R28 323
Sun 21/620:25
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 4/719:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R30 045
Sun 20/920:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 26/917:55
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops32h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6R30 127
Wed 1/720:25
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 14/720:00
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop19h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6R30 209
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 6 June 2026.
Sun 11/1020:35
EWR
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CPT
Nonstop14h 35m
Lufthansa
Mon 19/1019:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/6R25 338
Sun 1/1120:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R26 093
Sun 1/1120:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
Austrian Airlines
Thu 19/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 3/6R26 142
Fri 23/1020:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R26 421
Sun 25/1021:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R26 831
Wed 4/1120:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 18/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6R27 241
Wed 18/1120:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6R27 405
Wed 28/1021:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1220:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R27 470
Sun 4/1020:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 12/1019:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6R27 585
Sun 13/920:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 21/919:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R28 061
Fri 30/1021:35
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 21/1120:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R28 635
Last-minute flights from Newark to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated 6 June 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 11/621:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/613:50
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/6R28 635
Mon 15/66:00
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 6/719:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6R30 111
Mon 15/613:29
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop22h 21m
Delta
Mon 6/723:15
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/6R30 931
Tue 16/621:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/713:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/6R29 602
Tue 16/621:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/715:10
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/6R30 193
Tue 16/621:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/713:30
CPT
-
EWR
3 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6R30 488
Tue 16/621:40
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops59h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 9/719:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/6R30 521
Tue 16/621:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 24/613:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 3/6R30 750
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 6 June 2026.
Mon 30/1117:45
EWR
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CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R12 021
Tue 24/1119:35
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R12 891
Sun 15/1119:35
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6R12 907
Mon 5/1020:25
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R12 973
Fri 20/1119:35
EWR
-
CPT
3 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6R13 137
Tue 17/1119:35
EWR
-
CPT
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6R13 219
Sat 3/1020:25
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6R13 350
Sun 22/1119:35
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R13 645
Wed 18/1117:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6R13 711
Wed 25/1117:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6R13 727
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 6 June 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 June 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 1/11
20:35-18:00
Nonstop14h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/11
20:50-5:50
Nonstop16h 00m
R27 241
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 29/10
10:10-16:10
1 stop24h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 12/11
20:50-5:50
Nonstop16h 00m
R27 323
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 30/10
21:42-16:10
1 stop36h 28m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 16/11
20:50-5:50
Nonstop16h 00m
R28 323
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 15/9
21:45-13:00
2 stops33h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 23/9
15:10-19:45
2 stops34h 35m
R28 520
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 15/8
8:30-21:25
2 stops30h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 30/8
23:15-20:54
2 stops27h 39m
R28 733
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 15/8
13:23-17:50
1 stop22h 27m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 30/8
23:15-23:25
2 stops30h 10m
R28 963
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 21/10
17:00-5:50
2 stops30h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 26/10
20:50-15:03
1 stop24h 13m
R28 979
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Mon 21/9
18:00-9:30
1 stop33h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 27/9
17:55-15:45
1 stop27h 50m
R29 898
Fastest return journey
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 21/6
20:25-17:10
Nonstop14h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 4/7
19:50-5:05
Nonstop15h 15m
R30 045
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 20/9
20:35-17:10
Nonstop14h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 26/9
17:55-20:15
2 stops32h 20m
R30 127
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of R21 911). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 259). 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 6 June 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?
How often are flights from Newark to Cape Town delayed?
About 37% of weekly flights between Newark and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 194 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?
Tuesday 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 37% 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.
London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% 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 645.
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 6 June 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.
The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Related info for your journey
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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 United Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and KLM 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 50m. 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 914), offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that United Airlines is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay R31 003 for a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is R27 227 while the most popular route, (Newark - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R23 780.
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of R21 911). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R31 259). 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 6 June 2026.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Newark to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 6 June 2026.
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