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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 456

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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
fev 21 — fev 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 janeiro 2026.

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Find flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 22 janeiro 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 399

One-way from

R8 456

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R15 884
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 2/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 34m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R20 688 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 918 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to New York 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 22 janeiro 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to New York State that are best for you.

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Cape TownNew York

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Cape TownNew York

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Cape Town Intl

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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Newark

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Cape Town Intl

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New York LaGuardia

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17:00-19:15

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Cape Town Intl

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to New York State

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 338). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 215). 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 CPT to NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 janeiro 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to State of New York as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 22 janeiro 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, andVirgin Atlantic from Cape Town to New York State by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 190 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
291 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to New York. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to New York?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to New York. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to State of New York?

    Departing from Cape Town to State of New York will take you 25h 19m. There are 12566 km between Cape Town and State of New York. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to State of New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 935. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to State of New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to State of New York?

    The most popular route from Cape Town to State of New York is Cape Town Intl - Newark. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia.

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to New York 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 Cape Town to State of New York?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 338). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 215). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to New York

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to New York. 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 22 janeiro 2026.
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 342AverageR14 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 379AverageR14 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR13 712AverageR16 501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 104AverageR15 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR14 476AverageR16 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR14 974AverageR15 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR15 901AverageR17 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 087AverageR18 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 184AverageR17 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 619AverageR19 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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