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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R9 068

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Jun 22 — Jun 291
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 23 May 2026.

Wed 16/914:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Wed 30/913:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/5R16 721
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Fri 3/722:00
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R16 902
Tue 20/107:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop30h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 2/1113:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/5R16 919
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/822:00
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R16 952
Fri 31/713:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 23/81:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R16 984
Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/911:20
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R17 034
Thu 10/914:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 27/913:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/5R17 083
Thu 28/519:30
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop32h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/922:00
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R17 149
Wed 27/519:30
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop26h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/622:05
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R17 182
Sun 19/720:05
CPT
-
LGA
2 stops22h 23m
Delta
Sun 23/820:30
LGA
-
CPT
1 stop39h 20m
Delta
Deal found 23/5R17 972
Sun 21/620:05
CPT
-
LGA
1 stop20h 38m
Delta
Mon 29/616:00
LGA
-
CPT
1 stop19h 50m
Delta
Deal found 21/5R18 071
Thu 18/619:50
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 3/720:25
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/5R18 169

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 23 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 721

One-way from

R9 068

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 050
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 16/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 00m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 659 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 548 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 23 May 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

19:50-5:05

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Fri 3/7

18:10-15:20

1 stop39h 10m

R18 350

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

20:50-6:50

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Sun 22/11

19:00-16:10

1 stop38h 10m

R18 482

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

19:30-15:10

1 stop25h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/11

10:20-17:25

1 stop24h 05m

R18 712

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

19:30-15:10

1 stop25h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

10:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R18 712

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

23:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

13:09-17:50

1 stop22h 41m

R18 828

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

23:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 23/8

19:00-17:50

1 stop40h 50m

R18 926

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

13:15-15:10

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/9

11:20-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R19 009

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/7

23:15-22:21

2 stops29h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 23/8

20:30-17:50

1 stop39h 20m

R19 042

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

13:15-8:50

1 stop25h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

1:20-17:30

1 stop34h 10m

R19 075
Fastest return journey

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

19:50-5:20

Nonstop15h 30m

Newark

Mon 28/9

14:55-15:20

1 stop18h 25m

R19 256

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R1 991). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in September is currently the most expensive (average of R14 252). 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 23 May 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?

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 23 May 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
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
KLM
7,8
Good
1 519 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 573 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

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 15h 15m. 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 R7 886. 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R1 991). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in September is currently the most expensive (average of R14 252). 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 23 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 488AverageR14 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 288AverageR16 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 375AverageR16 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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DeltaCheapestR15 095AverageR16 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR15 350AverageR17 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 995AverageR17 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 030AverageR17 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 234AverageR24 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 470AverageR18 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 754AverageR17 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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