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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York from R8 502

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 — NYC
Jul 13 — Jul 201
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York are usually found in February or May, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 636

One-way from

R8 502

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 701

Good round-trip deal

R18 007 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 633 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 30/9-22/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R32 225 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 130 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to New York (NYC).

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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 8 July 2025.

Tue 30/913:50CPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/1010:55EWR - CPT
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/7R15 636
Fri 11/720:05CPT - JFK
2 stops28h 25mDelta
Sun 27/721:30JFK - CPT
1 stop38h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/7R16 524
Sun 16/1121:30CPT - EWR
2 stops23h 48mDelta
Thu 4/1215:20EWR - CPT
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/7R16 542
Fri 26/1221:30CPT - LGA
2 stops31h 28mDelta
Mon 5/118:00LGA - CPT
1 stop18h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/7R16 559
Sun 21/914:30CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 28/913:45JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/7R16 648
Thu 4/923:15CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Thu 11/918:25JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/7R16 790
Tue 18/1117:15CPT - EWR
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 1/120:25EWR - CPT
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R17 234
Tue 30/916:35CPT - JFK
1 stop24h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 20/100:35JFK - CPT
1 stop29h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R17 269
Thu 27/117:00CPT - JFK
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1112:45JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7R17 305
Mon 21/713:00CPT - JFK
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 5/1011:20JFK - CPT
1 stop41h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7R17 962
Wed 19/119:00CPT - EWR
1 stop42h 30mSWISS
Tue 2/1222:05EWR - CPT
1 stop29h 50mSWISS
Deal found 6/7R18 104
Sat 19/719:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/820:10EWR - CPT
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/7R18 157

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to New York 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 30/9

13:50-8:55

2 stops25h 05m

Newark

Wed 22/10

10:55-14:35

1 stop21h 40m

R15 636

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/11

21:30-14:18

2 stops23h 48m

Newark

Thu 4/12

15:20-19:15

2 stops20h 55m

R16 542

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/12

21:30-14:13

1 stop23h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/1

18:00-19:15

1 stop18h 15m

R16 559

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/12

21:30-16:50

1 stop26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/1

12:25-19:15

1 stop23h 50m

R16 559

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 648

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/9

23:15-15:25

1 stop22h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/9

18:25-21:25

1 stop21h 00m

R16 790

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

17:15-22:30

1 stop36h 15m

Newark

Mon 1/12

0:25-11:50

1 stop28h 25m

R17 234

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/9

16:35-10:55

1 stop24h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/10

0:35-11:50

1 stop29h 15m

R17 269

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 27/11

7:00-6:35

2 stops30h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 30/11

12:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

R17 305

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/7

13:00-9:00

1 stop26h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/10

11:20-10:50

1 stop41h 30m

R17 962

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to New York. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R771). Flying from Cape Town to 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 NYC?

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 8 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to 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 24 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to New York flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 8 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to New York, such as Emirates, Delta, andKLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

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 airports serve Cape Town to New York flights?

    The main airport that will take passengers to New York from Cape Town is Cape Town International Airport. This airport is 20 kilometres from the city centre and is the second busiest airport in South Africa. It offers direct flights into Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The airport has a common terminal that links a domestic and an international terminal. There are several airports in New York where your flight might land, but the most common is John F. Kennedy International Airport. Its is located 26 kilometres from Manhattan and offers direct flights to six continents.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to New York?

    Unfortunately, at this time there are no flights that go directly to NYC from Cape Town. However, travellers have the option of taking a flight that includes one or more stopovers. Some of the many airlines that have stopover flights include Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, British Airways, and Etihad Airways. Flights that include more than one stop are often less expensive than other flights into New York. These are also typically quicker flights to the destination airport. The fastest flights into New York are 20h 05m in length, while other flights can be nearly twice that amount.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town to New York City?

    Flights into New York with a single stop might touch down in various locations like Dubai Airport, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, or Hamad International Airport. Flights with more than a single stop might touch down in O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg followed by Abu Dhabi International Airport or Dubai Airport and then Milan Malpensa Airport. While most flights with two stops are longer than other flights, they are also the least expensive flights in most cases. Etihad Airways and Emirates often offer the best rates on flights into New York.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to New York?

    Anyone who is flying into New York City from Cape Town will need to have a passport to enter. It should have at least six months of validity after your trip. A visa is also required to enter the country.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to New York per day from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to New York is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R15 636 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Kenya Airways, starting at R16 542 and R16 648 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to New York one-way?

    R8 502 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Norse Atlantic UK and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R9 726 and R10 596, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to New York?

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to New York?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq can do so by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R219 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to New York flights?

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R771). Flying from Cape Town to 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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SWISSCheapestR13 667AverageR15 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 505AverageR15 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 908AverageR19 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 334AverageR16 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR15 738AverageR18 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 793AverageR16 908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 827AverageR16 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 936AverageR18 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 097AverageR20 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 557AverageR18 936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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