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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R9 530

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
gru 31 — sty 71
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 1 grudnia 2025.

czw. 4/1223:45CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 00mKLM
czw. 11/1219:30JFK - CPT
1 stop27h 20mKLM
Deal found 29/11R15 963
pon. 15/1223:45CPT - JFK
1 stop42h 45mKLM
wt. 30/1222:30JFK - CPT
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Deal found 30/11R16 236
pon. 15/127:55CPT - JFK
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
wt. 30/1222:30JFK - CPT
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/11R16 664
śr. 24/1214:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
śr. 31/1213:45JFK - CPT
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R16 989
pon. 15/1220:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
wt. 30/1220:35EWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12R17 468
sob. 27/1220:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
ndz. 11/120:35EWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12R17 520
śr. 3/1223:25CPT - JFK
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
pt. 5/1213:45JFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/11R17 537
pon. 15/1220:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
śr. 31/1221:44EWR - CPT
1 stop35h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/11R17 742
pon. 15/1220:50CPT - JFK
1 stop26h 09mDelta
śr. 31/128:20JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 45mDelta
Deal found 30/11R17 845
śr. 24/1218:45CPT - EWR
2 stops30h 08mUnited Airlines
śr. 31/1220:35EWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12R18 016
pon. 15/1214:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
wt. 30/1213:45JFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/11R18 170
pon. 15/129:30CPT - EWR
2 stops33h 20mLufthansa
wt. 30/1220:35EWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 30/11R18 734

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 1 grudnia 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 406

One-way from

R9 530

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 563
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 5/2-16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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4/2
  • 4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 04m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 335 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 919 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 Town

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

czw. 19/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

pon. 23/3

11:00-13:00

1 stop20h 00m

R14 218

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

pon. 9/2

20:50-20:30

2 stops30h 40m

New York LaGuardia

pon. 16/2

13:00-19:15

1 stop23h 15m

R15 809

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

czw. 5/2

21:30-21:00

1 stop30h 30m

Newark

pon. 16/2

6:00-19:15

1 stop30h 15m

R15 860

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

pon. 2/3

21:30-16:51

1 stop26h 21m

Newark

pon. 16/3

18:45-19:15

1 stop18h 30m

R15 860

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

pon. 9/2

21:30-12:58

1 stop22h 28m

Newark

pon. 16/2

17:59-19:15

1 stop18h 16m

R15 860

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

wt. 17/2

21:30-10:48

1 stop20h 18m

New York LaGuardia

wt. 24/2

14:00-21:55

2 stops24h 55m

R16 014

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

wt. 5/5

20:05-7:26

2 stops41h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

wt. 19/5

8:10-21:25

2 stops31h 15m

R16 014

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

śr. 13/5

7:40-17:05

1 stop39h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

wt. 16/6

8:10-21:25

2 stops31h 15m

R16 031

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

wt. 5/5

20:05-9:48

1 stop19h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sob. 23/5

22:30-21:25

1 stop40h 55m

R16 048

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

pon. 18/5

7:40-12:15

1 stop34h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

pt. 12/6

17:30-21:25

1 stop21h 55m

R16 082

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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 910). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 681). 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 1 grudnia 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% 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 1 grudnia 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
3 432 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
3 432 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
1 425 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
675 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
9 065 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

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 25h 10m. 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 R9 718. 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 - New York LaGuardia or Cape Town Intl - Newark.

  • 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 910). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 681). 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 1 grudnia 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 982AverageR15 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 021AverageR15 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 371AverageR16 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 781AverageR16 211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR15 171AverageR17 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 642AverageR18 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 696AverageR16 914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 859AverageR19 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 924AverageR18 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 417AverageR20 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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