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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from R11 300

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
May 3 — May 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 61 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 3 April 2026.

Mon 30/110:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/1217:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R16 112
Sat 31/101:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 25/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 383
Mon 2/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 705
Sat 31/101:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R16 739
Mon 2/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 13/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R16 976
Sat 31/101:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R17 010
Sat 21/110:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/1217:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4R17 094
Sat 5/90:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/916:35
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4R17 162
Thu 19/110:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R17 637
Sun 1/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 25/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4R17 653
Sun 1/111:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/1117:15
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R17 670
Sun 6/90:25
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 24/916:35
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/4R17 857

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 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 383

One-way from

R11 300

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R24 481
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 8/9-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 40m total
  • Newark to Cape Town
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12/5
  • 12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 20m total
  • Newark to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R31 610 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 390 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 3 April 2026.
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NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 30/8

0:25-11:50

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R18 924

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sat 29/8

0:25-11:50

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R18 924

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 31/8

0:25-11:50

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R18 924

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 27/8

0:25-11:50

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R19 602

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 17/9

23:55-11:30

2 stops29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

18:25-21:20

2 stops32h 55m

R27 090

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 26/4

23:55-19:55

3 stops62h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/5

13:15-21:20

2 stops62h 05m

R27 564

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 29/4

19:42-15:20

1 stop37h 38m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

19:50-5:35

Nonstop15h 45m

R28 378

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 31/5

0:25-11:50

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

R30 377

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 14/5

19:15-9:30

1 stop32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

19:50-5:35

Nonstop15h 45m

R30 750

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 4/6

9:30-21:25

2 stops29h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

20:05-22:29

1 stop32h 24m

R31 224

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town is 61 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of R11 046). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R25 819). 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 3 April 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?

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 3 April 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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 538 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 538 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 Turkish Airlines and Emirates fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town in about 29h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10m. 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 628), offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that United Airlines is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Cape Town?

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

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of R11 046). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R25 819). 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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