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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town from R9 460

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Apr 10 — Apr 171
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 53 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 11 March 2026.

Sun 26/421:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 14/513:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R13 286
Fri 24/421:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/513:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R13 303
Thu 23/421:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/413:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R13 417
Thu 7/521:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 4/613:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R13 449
Thu 7/521:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 18/515:25
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R13 466
Fri 17/421:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/415:25
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R13 482
Fri 8/521:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 13/513:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R13 628
Tue 5/521:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 18/515:25
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R13 645
Tue 14/421:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/415:25
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R13 693
Sun 19/421:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/413:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R13 726
Fri 8/521:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 4/613:50
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R13 742
Thu 7/521:45
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops34h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 16/515:25
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R13 889

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 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 286

One-way from

R9 460

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R23 219
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/4-14/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 45m total
  • Newark to Cape Town
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9/5
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 05m total
  • Newark to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R13 530 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R4 022 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 11 March 2026.
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NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Fri 24/4

21:45-13:00

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

13:50-19:15

3 stops35h 25m

R22 111

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 3/9

15:08-15:20

1 stop18h 12m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:00-15:36

2 stops25h 36m

R23 284

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 29/4

21:59-15:20

1 stop35h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

19:50-5:35

Nonstop15h 45m

R24 863
Fastest return journey

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 12/4

20:40-17:10

Nonstop14h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

19:50-5:35

Nonstop15h 45m

R25 010

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Fri 4/9

23:55-11:30

2 stops29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

20:00-21:20

2 stops31h 20m

R26 052

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 4/6

7:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/6

20:05-12:23

1 stop22h 18m

R26 801

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Fri 8/5

23:55-16:40

2 stops34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

13:15-21:20

2 stops62h 05m

R26 850

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 29/3

23:55-11:30

2 stops29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

18:25-21:55

2 stops33h 30m

R27 973

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 1/6

6:00-15:20

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

19:50-5:05

Nonstop15h 15m

R28 152

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 6/7

6:00-15:20

1 stop27h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

19:50-5:05

Nonstop15h 15m

R28 266

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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 6 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town is 52 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 R12 472). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R24 814). 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 11 March 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.

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 11 March 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
9 414 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

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
9 414 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 414 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

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 Ethiopian Air, United Airlines, and Emirates fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town in about 18h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 03m. 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 747), offers the cheapest pricing from Newark Airport to Cape Town. Users have found that United Airlines is 12% 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 R12 472). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in June is currently the most expensive (average of R24 814). 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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