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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 597

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Aug 6 — Aug 131
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 7 July 2026.

Wed 9/913:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/91:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7R16 465
Sun 20/913:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 28/91:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/7R16 497
Thu 10/914:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 27/913:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/7R16 643
Tue 29/97:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop30h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 16/1013:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/7R16 854
Mon 31/823:00
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops29h 50m
KLM
Sun 13/921:15
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop42h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/7R16 887
Mon 5/1014:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 18/1013:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/7R16 903
Sun 13/913:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/922:00
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/7R16 919
Tue 1/1214:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 7/1213:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/7R17 033
Fri 3/720:05
CPT
-
LGA
1 stop31h 20m
Delta
Wed 8/718:59
LGA
-
CPT
1 stop40h 51m
Delta
Deal found 3/7R17 049
Fri 3/720:05
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop31h 26m
Delta
Wed 8/719:00
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop40h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/7R17 049
Thu 16/713:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/711:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/7R17 179
Tue 21/723:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Tue 4/821:15
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop42h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/7R17 227

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 7 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 465

One-way from

R8 597

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R19 433
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9-23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 35m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 133 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 495 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 7 July 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

23:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/8

21:15-21:25

1 stop42h 10m

R17 227

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

23:15-17:05

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

21:15-21:25

1 stop42h 10m

R17 698

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

23:15-17:05

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/9

21:15-5:50

1 stop26h 35m

R17 811

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

23:15-19:40

2 stops26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 25/8

14:35-21:25

2 stops24h 50m

R17 844

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/8

23:15-9:24

2 stops40h 09m

Newark

Thu 27/8

6:00-17:50

1 stop29h 50m

R18 152

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

20:05-10:41

1 stop20h 36m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 15/8

9:00-17:50

1 stop26h 50m

R18 460

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

20:05-0:10

1 stop34h 05m

Newark

Mon 24/8

10:30-17:50

1 stop25h 20m

R18 460

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

20:05-15:24

1 stop25h 19m

Newark

Sat 15/8

13:23-17:50

1 stop22h 27m

R18 460
Fastest return journey

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

20:50-6:50

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Sun 22/11

20:35-18:00

Nonstop14h 25m

R18 768

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

18:25-7:45

1 stop19h 20m

Newark

Sun 27/9

20:35-17:10

Nonstop14h 35m

R18 947

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R5 353). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of R14 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 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 7 July 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to State of New York?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York?

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to State of New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 7 July 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
3 605 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 605 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 605 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 605 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
691 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 605 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 944 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 605 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 605 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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 16h. There are 12585 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 R8 048. 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 - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Newark 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R5 353). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of R14 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 294AverageR14 703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 818AverageR16 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR15 242AverageR17 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 765AverageR16 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 150AverageR24 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 308AverageR18 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 467AverageR20 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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