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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from C$ 55

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Kenya Airways Logo
12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.JFK-CPT
41h 50m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
2:25 p.m. - 6:35 a.m.CPT-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
C$ 1,453Kenya Airways
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lun., 3 nov. - dom., 9 nov.
British Airways Logo
11:20 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT
25h 45m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.CPT-JFK
29h 20m1 stop
C$ 1,477British Airways
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lun., 3 nov. - dom., 9 nov.
American Airlines Logo
5:30 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT
31h 35m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:55 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.CPT-JFK
28h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,479American Airlines
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lun., 3 nov. - dom., 9 nov.
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.JFK-CPT
34h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK
34h 25m1 stop
C$ 1,480Multiple Airlines
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dom., 2 nov. - lun., 10 nov.
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.JFK-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
11:55 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK
22h 00m1 stop
C$ 1,484Norse Atlantic UK
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sáb., 11 oct. - dom., 19 oct.
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.JFK-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
11:55 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK
22h 00m1 stop
C$ 1,495Norse Atlantic UK
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sáb., 11 oct. - dom., 19 oct.
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:40 p.m. - 11:50 a.m.JFK-CPT
33h 10m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.CPT-JFK
31h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,517Turkish Airlines
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lun., 3 nov. - jue., 6 nov.
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.JFK-CPT
34h 15m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:55 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.CPT-JFK
27h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,534Multiple Airlines
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dom., 2 nov. - vie., 7 nov.
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.JFK-CPT
28h 30m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.CPT-JFK
36h 10m1 stop
C$ 1,545Turkish Airlines
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sáb., 7 mar. - mié., 18 mar.
American Airlines Logo
5:30 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT
31h 35m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
10:10 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.CPT-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
C$ 1,549American Airlines
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dom., 2 nov. - lun., 10 nov.

Norse Atlantic UK flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Norse Atlantic UK deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Norse Atlantic UK
11 Oct
JFK6:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:00 p.m.Cape Town Intl
19 Oct
CPT11:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
JFK3:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,484
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Norse Atlantic UK
11 Oct
JFK6:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:00 p.m.Cape Town Intl
19 Oct
CPT11:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
JFK3:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,495
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Norse Atlantic UK
15 Oct
JFK6:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 40m
1 stop
CPT10:00 p.m.Cape Town Intl
3 Nov
CPT12:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
34h 25m
1 stop
JFK3:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,499
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Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
3 Nov
JFK7:40 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
6 Nov
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
JFK5:45 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,517
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Turkish Airlines
7 Mar
JFK12:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
18 Mar
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
JFK11:25 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,545
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Turkish Airlines
21 Nov
JFK12:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
26 Nov
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
JFK10:25 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,572
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Cape Town 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, momondo users made 96,600 searches. Data last updated 17 septiembre 2025.
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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/11

12:45 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/11

2:25 p.m.-6:35 a.m.

2 stops23h 10m

C$ 1,453

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/11

11:20 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/11

6:55 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop29h 20m

C$ 1,477

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/11

5:30 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 9/11

6:55 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop28h 05m

C$ 1,479

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/11

12:45 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/11

12:30 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop34h 25m

C$ 1,480

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 11/10

6:20 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 19/10

11:55 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop22h 00m

C$ 1,484

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 11/10

6:20 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 19/10

11:55 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop22h 00m

C$ 1,495

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/11

7:40 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop33h 10m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 6/11

5:15 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop31h 30m

C$ 1,517

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/11

12:45 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 7/11

6:55 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop27h 05m

C$ 1,534

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 7/3

12:20 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 18/3

5:15 p.m.-11:25 p.m.

1 stop36h 10m

C$ 1,545

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/11

5:30 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 10/11

10:10 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop21h 25m

C$ 1,549

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 1,792. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during March average around C$ 1,850.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 1,485. Flying to Cape Town at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are C$ 1,874 on average. Flights to Cape Town from New York in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around C$ 1,880 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from New York for as low as C$ 1,589 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Cape Town Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Cape Town flight.

How have New York to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

C$ 1,801

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The best flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,801
There are no direct flights from New York to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Cape Town.
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  • How far is New York to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    New York and Cape Town Intl are 12558.4 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 20h 35m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Cape Town?

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