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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 132

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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 14 February 2026.

Sat 14/214:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop23h 15m
Kenya Airways
Sun 1/313:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/2R14 060
Sun 1/314:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 31/513:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/2R14 220
Wed 11/323:25
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop38h 10m
Kenya Airways
Fri 20/313:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/2R14 268
Thu 12/314:25
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Mon 13/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/2R14 300
Sun 12/414:25
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 26/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/2R14 316
Thu 9/414:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Wed 29/413:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R14 428
Wed 11/323:25
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop38h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/313:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop34h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/2R14 555
Tue 12/57:20
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop30h 15m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/513:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/2R14 731
Tue 10/314:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Wed 18/313:45
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops41h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R14 763
Mon 16/220:50
CPT
-
LGA
2 stops30h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 23/214:59
LGA
-
CPT
1 stop21h 16m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/2R14 811
Thu 12/221:30
CPT
-
LGA
1 stop22h 12m
Delta
Wed 25/213:59
LGA
-
CPT
2 stops22h 16m
Delta
Deal found 10/2R15 003
Thu 12/221:30
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop26h 23m
Delta
Wed 25/214:30
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
Delta
Deal found 10/2R15 003

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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 220

One-way from

R8 132

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 265
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 1/3-31/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 57h 25m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/6
  • 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 (R21 470 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 815 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 14 February 2026.
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Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

21:30-12:44

1 stop21h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/3

16:59-19:15

2 stops20h 16m

R15 035

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

21:30-11:46

1 stop20h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 15/3

17:00-19:15

1 stop20h 15m

R15 099

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

21:30-21:29

1 stop29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

17:35-19:15

1 stop19h 40m

R15 099

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

21:30-21:29

1 stop29h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

17:35-19:15

1 stop19h 40m

R15 099

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

23:45-15:45

1 stop23h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/3

20:40-19:15

2 stops39h 35m

R15 210

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

7:55-15:55

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Mon 4/5

13:29-17:50

1 stop22h 21m

R15 274

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

20:50-16:59

1 stop26h 09m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

12:27-21:55

2 stops27h 28m

R15 322

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

23:15-22:20

2 stops29h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 27/5

13:00-21:25

2 stops26h 25m

R15 338

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-15:55

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Sat 21/3

18:05-5:50

1 stop29h 45m

R15 434

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

7:55-20:05

1 stop42h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/3

2:00-5:50

1 stop21h 50m

R15 482

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 053). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 891). 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 14 February 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.

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 14 February 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
3 517 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 517 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 517 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 517 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 517 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 517 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 517 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 14m. 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 R7 766. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R13 053). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 891). 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
Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 058AverageR14 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 094AverageR14 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 804AverageR15 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR14 295AverageR16 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR14 658AverageR15 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 298AverageR18 404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 528AverageR16 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 562AverageR16 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 744AverageR18 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 265AverageR18 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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