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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York State from R8 522

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Jul 14 — Jul 211
1 adult

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 9 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 940

One-way from

R8 522

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 747
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/7-4/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • Cape Town to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R32 371 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 164 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 9 July 2025.

Tue 22/713:50CPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 4/810:55EWR - CPT
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/7R15 940
Fri 11/720:05CPT - JFK
2 stops28h 25mDelta
Sun 27/721:30JFK - CPT
1 stop38h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/7R16 563
Sun 21/914:30CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 28/913:45JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/7R16 687
Sat 19/723:15CPT - LGA
2 stops26h 21mDelta
Sun 3/818:00LGA - CPT
1 stop41h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/7R16 705
Mon 21/723:00CPT - EWR
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Sun 3/819:05EWR - CPT
1 stop40h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/7R16 759
Tue 22/723:15CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 35mKLM
Tue 5/817:30JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 7/7R16 848
Tue 22/716:35CPT - JFK
1 stop36h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/86:45JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7R17 363
Thu 25/916:35CPT - EWR
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 28/90:30EWR - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/7R17 541
Mon 21/723:00CPT - JFK
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1022:40JFK - CPT
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R17 826
Sat 19/719:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/820:10EWR - CPT
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/7R18 200
Tue 22/720:00CPT - LGA
1 stop19h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/810:29LGA - CPT
1 stop22h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/7R18 360
Thu 31/713:00CPT - JFK
1 stop39h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 10/822:00JFK - CPT
1 stop30h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R18 466

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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

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Depart

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Price

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/7

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Newark

Mon 4/8

10:55-14:35

1 stop21h 40m

R15 940

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/7

23:00-15:25

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/8

15:40-17:50

1 stop20h 10m

R16 652

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/9

14:30-7:35

2 stops23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 28/9

13:45-13:40

2 stops41h 55m

R16 687

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/7

23:15-19:36

2 stops26h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/8

18:00-17:50

1 stop41h 50m

R16 705

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/7

23:00-19:10

2 stops26h 10m

Newark

Mon 4/8

15:29-17:50

1 stop20h 21m

R16 759

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/7

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/8

17:30-21:25

1 stop21h 55m

R16 848

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/7

16:35-22:40

1 stop36h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/8

6:45-11:50

1 stop23h 05m

R17 363

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/9

16:35-22:35

1 stop36h 00m

Newark

Sun 28/9

0:30-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

R17 541

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/7

23:00-19:05

1 stop26h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/10

22:40-12:40

2 stops32h 00m

R17 826

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/7

19:50-5:05

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Sun 3/8

20:10-17:10

Nonstop15h 00m

R18 200

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R771). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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 9 July 2025.

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?

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 9 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta, andKLM 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
3 288 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 288 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 288 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 958 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 370 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 467 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 652 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 288 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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.

  • 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 522. However, be on the lookout for offers from Norse Atlantic UK and Qatar Airways, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of R771). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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 9 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR13 700AverageR15 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 539AverageR15 794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 943AverageR18 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 370AverageR16 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR15 775AverageR18 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 830AverageR16 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 864AverageR16 734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 976AverageR18 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 138AverageR20 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 598AverageR18 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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