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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from C$ 1,043

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Cape Town departing on 11/6. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Cape Town.
British Airways Logo
9:30 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.JFK-CPT
31h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.CPT-JFK
30h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,335British Airways
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Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
British Airways Logo
7:50 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.JFK-CPT
21h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.CPT-JFK
29h 10m1 stop
C$ 1,386British Airways
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Sun, 4 May - Mon, 19 May
British Airways Logo
11:10 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.JFK-CPT
29h 50m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 p.m. - 11:10 a.m.CPT-JFK
22h 15m1 stop
C$ 1,404British Airways
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Tue, 6 May - Mon, 12 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.JFK-CPT
23h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.CPT-JFK
36h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,509Turkish Airlines
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Sun, 14 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 11:50 a.m.JFK-CPT
34h 00m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.CPT-JFK
36h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,530Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 10 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
SWISS Logo
8:30 p.m. - 7:10 a.m.JFK-CPT
28h 40m1 stop
SWISS Logo
8:40 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.CPT-JFK
34h 10m1 stop
C$ 1,937SWISS
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Mon, 29 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.JFK-CPT
33h 45m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.CPT-JFK
36h 10m2 stops
C$ 1,948Ethiopian Air
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Wed, 7 May - Sun, 11 May
Emirates Logo
11:20 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.JFK-CPT
23h 30m1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:25 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.CPT-JFK
30h 30m2 stops
C$ 2,036Emirates
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Tue, 30 Sep - Mon, 13 Oct
SWISS Logo
8:30 p.m. - 10:00 a.m.JFK-CPT
31h 30m1 stop
SWISS Logo
2:15 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.CPT-JFK
32h 20m2 stops
C$ 2,089SWISS
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Sun, 4 May - Mon, 19 May
Emirates Logo
11:20 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.JFK-CPT
42h 15m1 stop
Emirates Logo
1:05 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.CPT-JFK
25h 45m1 stop
C$ 2,105Emirates
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Fri, 3 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct

British Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best British Airways deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
British Airways
6 May
JFK9:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:00 a.m.Cape Town Intl
13 May
CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
30h 30m
1 stop
JFK7:25 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,335
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British Airways
4 May
JFK7:50 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:00 a.m.Cape Town Intl
19 May
CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
JFK6:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,386
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British Airways
6 May
JFK11:10 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 50m
1 stop
CPT11:00 a.m.Cape Town Intl
12 May
CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
22h 15m
1 stop
JFK11:10 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,404
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Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
7 May
JFK10:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 45m
2 stops
CPT1:45 p.m.Cape Town Intl
11 May
CPT1:50 p.m.Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
2 stops
JFK8:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,948
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Ethiopian Air
29 Apr
JFK9:50 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 10m
2 stops
CPT1:00 p.m.Cape Town Intl
9 May
CPT5:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
32h 35m
3 stops
JFK8:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,870
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Ethiopian Air
21 Apr
JFK10:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 20m
3 stops
CPT8:20 a.m.Cape Town Intl
29 Apr
CPT3:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
27h 55m
2 stops
JFK1:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 6,822
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 1,891. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during March average around C$ 1,895.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Cape Town. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 0. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around C$ 2,743. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cape Town.

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

In the afternoon 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$ 0. Flying to Cape Town in the afternoon 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$ 2,097 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?

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best New York - Cape Town Intl flight prices

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 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around C$ 1,928 when searching 23 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$ 1,646 on momondo.

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

There are 1 cabin classes 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.

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

As of April 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Cape Town (NYC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

C$ 1,043

Fastest flight time

18h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is C$ 1,043. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,335.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 18h 20m
There are no direct flights from New York to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

  • 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 18h 20m 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?


Best airlines flying from New York to Cape Town

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United AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 1,821Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,667 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From New York to Cape Town

    United Airlines flight deals from New York to Cape Town start from C$ 1,309 round-trip. Over the 3 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually C$ 1,508 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.


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