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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R9 554

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
Dec 20 — Dec 271
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 20 November 2025.

Wed 26/1120:50CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 3/128:20JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/11R15 791
Mon 24/1121:30CPT - LGA
2 stops29h 17mDelta
Mon 1/1213:55LGA - CPT
2 stops22h 20mDelta
Deal found 19/11R15 928
Thu 20/1121:30CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 47mDelta
Wed 3/1219:01JFK - CPT
2 stops27h 49mDelta
Deal found 19/11R16 049
Mon 24/1120:50CPT - JFK
1 stop33h 05mDelta
Mon 1/128:20JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Deal found 18/11R16 083
Thu 20/1121:30CPT - EWR
2 stops28h 30mDelta
Wed 3/1215:40EWR - CPT
2 stops23h 15mDelta
Deal found 19/11R16 083
Thu 20/1121:30CPT - LGA
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Wed 3/1216:30LGA - CPT
2 stops22h 25mDelta
Deal found 18/11R16 100
Sun 23/1123:45CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 00mDelta
Tue 2/1217:45JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 10mDelta
Deal found 18/11R16 169
Tue 25/1121:30CPT - JFK
1 stop20h 47mDelta
Mon 1/1217:45JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 10mDelta
Deal found 18/11R16 186
Wed 26/1123:45CPT - JFK
2 stops28h 33mDelta
Wed 3/1218:50JFK - CPT
1 stop28h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/11R16 272
Tue 25/1114:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 30/1113:45JFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/11R16 375
Wed 24/1214:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 31/1213:45JFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R16 530
Thu 25/1214:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 6/113:45JFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/11R16 581

Cheap 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 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 193

One-way from

R9 554

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 564
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 5/3-9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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12/4
  • 12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 345 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R3 027 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 20 November 2025.
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

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

14:25-7:35

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

13:45-6:00

1 stop34h 15m

R15 464

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

21:30-11:45

1 stop21h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/2

13:05-19:15

2 stops23h 10m

R15 928

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

20:50-16:59

1 stop26h 09m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

15:30-19:15

1 stop21h 45m

R16 169

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

14:25-7:35

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

R16 616

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 9/3

11:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R16 633

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Fri 27/3

11:00-14:35

1 stop21h 35m

R17 062

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

6:05-7:35

2 stops31h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 20/5

13:45-13:45

2 stops42h 00m

R17 406

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 9/2

10:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R17 458

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

20:50-5:50

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Mon 9/3

15:00-16:10

1 stop19h 10m

R17 475

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/12

20:50-5:50

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Wed 31/12

20:35-18:00

Nonstop14h 25m

R17 475

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 970). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 753). 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 20 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Cape Town to State of New York by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to State of New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to New York. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to State of New York flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 20 November 2025.
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
3 422 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 414 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
673 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 028 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 21h 15m. 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 R10 018. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Delta, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 970). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 753). 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 20 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR12 870AverageR15 494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 043AverageR15 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 082AverageR15 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 433AverageR17 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 845AverageR16 210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR15 236AverageR17 775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 710AverageR18 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 764AverageR16 987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 783AverageR19 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 997AverageR18 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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