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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 998

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Sep 17 — Sep 241
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 18 August 2026.

Thu 3/913:50 -
2 stops25h 05m
Fri 18/921:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 16/8R15 698
Thu 8/1013:50 -
2 stops25h 05m
Tue 27/1022:15 -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 15/8R15 714
Sat 22/815:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Fri 28/821:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 14/8R15 763
Thu 1/1015:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Thu 8/1021:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 17/8R15 811
Thu 10/913:50 -
2 stops25h 05m
Sun 27/921:45 -
2 stops34h 25m
Deal found 13/8R15 828
Thu 17/915:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Thu 24/921:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 17/8R15 892
Mon 24/813:50 -
2 stops35h 55m
Sun 6/921:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 13/8R15 909
Sat 22/815:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Sun 6/921:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 17/8R15 957
Thu 20/815:10 -
2 stops34h 35m
Thu 27/821:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 14/8R16 006
Mon 17/813:50 -
2 stops35h 55m
Sun 30/821:45 -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 16/8R16 054
Fri 18/915:10 -
2 stops34h 50m
Sat 26/922:00 -
2 stops33h 00m
Deal found 13/8R16 232
Fri 18/920:05 -
1 stop20h 10m
Sat 26/913:05 -
1 stop22h 45m
Deal found 15/8R16 362

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 18 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 698

One-way from

R8 998

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 656
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 3/9-18/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 487 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 387 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 18 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownNewark

CPT Cape Town Intl - EWR Newark

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Newark

Sun 18/10

21:45-13:00

2 stops33h 15m

R15 779

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

15:10-20:00

2 stops34h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/10

22:00-14:10

2 stops34h 10m

R16 459

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

14:25-6:35

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

13:45-6:00

1 stop33h 15m

R16 928

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/10

20:05-10:38

1 stop20h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 27/10

20:30-18:35

1 stop40h 05m

R17 090

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:05-0:59

1 stop34h 54m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

6:00-17:50

1 stop29h 50m

R17 106

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

20:05-20:08

1 stop30h 03m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/10

20:35-12:40

2 stops34h 05m

R17 559

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGA New York LaGuardia

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/12

20:50-12:41

1 stop22h 51m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 31/12

15:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

R17 559

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/12

20:50-11:54

1 stop22h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 31/12

17:00-18:35

1 stop18h 35m

R17 559

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

14:15-15:35

2 stops31h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/9

19:35-17:50

1 stop40h 15m

R17 575

Cape TownNew York

CPT Cape Town Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

23:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/10

22:40-5:50

1 stop25h 10m

R17 592

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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 R16 103). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 197). 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 18 August 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to State of New York flights typically cost between R17 058 and R18 644 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R16 232 on Ethiopian Air (Sept 18–Sept 26).

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 18 August 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
3 652 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 652 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 558 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
692 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
10 106 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 652 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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 20h 33m. 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 R8 134. 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R16 103). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 197). 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
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 944AverageR16 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 263AverageR14 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR14 479AverageR18 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 729AverageR17 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 422AverageR18 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 511AverageR24 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 424AverageR20 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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