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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 636

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Dec 13 — Dec 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 13 November 2025.

Mon 24/1120:50CPT - LGA
2 stops30h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 1/1216:00LGA - CPT
1 stop20h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/11R15 636
Mon 15/1220:50CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 10/18:20JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/11R15 670
Thu 20/1114:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 30/1113:45JFK - CPT
1 stop33h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/11R15 704
Mon 17/1121:30CPT - LGA
1 stop21h 16mDelta
Mon 16/29:59LGA - CPT
1 stop26h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/11R15 755
Mon 17/1121:30CPT - JFK
1 stop20h 47mDelta
Mon 16/212:25JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/11R15 755
Mon 17/1121:30CPT - EWR
1 stop20h 21mDelta
Mon 16/211:48EWR - CPT
1 stop24h 27mDelta
Deal found 10/11R15 755
Sat 15/1120:50CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 28/118:20JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/11R15 823
Thu 13/1123:10CPT - JFK
1 stop30h 45mDelta
Wed 26/118:20JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/11R15 908
Sun 16/1121:30CPT - JFK
1 stop20h 47mDelta
Mon 1/1214:50JFK - CPT
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/11R15 925
Mon 17/1123:45CPT - EWR
2 stops30h 32mKLM
Mon 24/1112:50EWR - CPT
2 stops26h 05mKLM
Deal found 11/11R15 960
Sat 15/118:00CPT - JFK
1 stop34h 20mKLM
Sat 22/1122:30JFK - CPT
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Deal found 12/11R15 994
Wed 12/1123:45CPT - EWR
2 stops30h 32mDelta
Wed 26/1117:05EWR - CPT
1 stop29h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/11R16 079

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 13 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 643

One-way from

R8 636

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 283
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/2-4/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/11
  • 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 (R24 017 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 997 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 13 November 2025.
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Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

23:45-22:40

1 stop28h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

12:59-17:50

2 stops22h 51m

R15 891

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:05-1:07

1 stop35h 02m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

14:00-21:25

2 stops25h 25m

R15 908

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

23:15-17:05

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

18:00-21:25

2 stops45h 25m

R15 960

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

23:15-17:05

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 25/5

23:00-21:25

2 stops40h 25m

R15 960

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

23:15-17:05

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 22/5

21:55-21:25

2 stops41h 30m

R15 960

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

20:05-11:45

2 stops21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/5

6:00-21:25

2 stops33h 25m

R15 960

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/3

7:50-15:25

1 stop37h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/4

23:30-21:30

1 stop40h 00m

R16 198

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

13:50-8:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Fri 27/3

11:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R17 033

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 390

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

20:50-5:50

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Mon 9/2

6:00-16:10

1 stop27h 10m

R17 441

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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 847). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 607). 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 13 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.

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

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 13 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
3 408 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 408 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 408 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
1 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 408 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
3 408 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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
9 017 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 408 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
286 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 408 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

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 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 636. 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 - 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 847). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 607). 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 13 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR12 758AverageR15 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 920AverageR15 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 959AverageR15 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 307AverageR16 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 715AverageR16 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR15 103AverageR17 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 572AverageR18 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 626AverageR16 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 636AverageR19 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 849AverageR18 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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