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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 237

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Mar 21 — Mar 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 19 February 2026.

Tue 10/314:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 22/313:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/2R14 346
Sun 5/414:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/2R14 378
Wed 1/423:30
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop38h 05m
Kenya Airways
Mon 13/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/2R14 411
Thu 19/314:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Thu 21/513:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R14 540
Wed 11/323:25
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop38h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/313:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/2R14 620
Tue 31/37:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop30h 15m
Kenya Airways
Sun 19/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R14 669
Thu 9/414:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Wed 29/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/2R15 007
Mon 16/220:50
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop33h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 23/216:29
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop19h 46m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/2R15 055
Wed 29/423:30
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop38h 05m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/513:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/2R15 104
Fri 11/920:05
CPT
-
LGA
2 stops24h 44m
Delta
Fri 9/1021:30
LGA
-
CPT
2 stops38h 20m
Delta
Deal found 18/2R15 120
Fri 11/920:05
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop34h 55m
Delta
Sat 10/1010:10
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop25h 40m
Delta
Deal found 18/2R15 120
Fri 11/920:05
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop33h 00m
Delta
Sat 10/1013:29
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop22h 21m
Delta
Deal found 18/2R15 120

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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 346

One-way from

R8 237

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 490
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 10/3-22/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 25m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R21 490 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 834 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 19 February 2026.
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Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

23:25-7:35

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

R14 250

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

23:25-7:35

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

13:45-6:00

1 stop34h 15m

R14 701

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/3

21:30-14:19

1 stop23h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/3

9:20-12:05

1 stop20h 45m

R15 168

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

23:45-20:20

1 stop26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

15:40-19:15

1 stop21h 35m

R15 233

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-15:10

1 stop37h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

8:30-19:15

1 stop28h 45m

R15 442

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-15:55

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Wed 25/3

10:39-19:15

1 stop26h 36m

R15 458

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-15:10

1 stop37h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/3

2:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

R15 571

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-20:05

1 stop42h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/3

2:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

R15 604

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

23:45-10:34

2 stops40h 49m

Newark

Sun 22/3

19:20-6:10

2 stops28h 50m

R15 636

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

8:00-14:25

2 stops36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/3

21:00-6:10

2 stops27h 10m

R15 684

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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 170). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 023). 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 19 February 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 19 February 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
3 522 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

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
3 522 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

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
1 458 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

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
679 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

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
9 325 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

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
293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

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 23h 49m. There are 12551 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 835. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 170). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 023). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 174AverageR14 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 210AverageR14 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 926AverageR15 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR14 422AverageR16 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR14 788AverageR15 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 484AverageR18 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 666AverageR17 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 700AverageR17 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 884AverageR18 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 409AverageR18 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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