Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from C$ 907

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:00 a.m. - 5:50 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
24h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
28h 30m
1 stop
C$ 1,190Virgin Atlantic
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:10 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
20h 55m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
28h 30m
1 stop
C$ 1,382Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
JFK
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CPT
19h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
29h 00m
2 stops
C$ 1,437Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
JFK
-
CPT
19h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 p.m. - 1:25 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
26h 15m
2 stops
C$ 1,532Multiple Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:10 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
28h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
23h 40m
1 stop
C$ 1,537Multiple Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
33h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:10 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
34h 50m
2 stops
C$ 1,740Ethiopian Air
Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.
JFK
-
CPT
41h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
33h 00m
1 stop
C$ 1,796Multiple Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
34h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:25 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
34h 30m
2 stops
C$ 1,798Ethiopian Air
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
28h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
31h 55m
1 stop
C$ 1,826Multiple Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
6:20 p.m. - 10:10 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
21h 50m
1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:10 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
21h 45m
1 stop
C$ 1,836Norse Atlantic UK
Fri, 2 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct

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Emirates flights from New York to Cape Town

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Emirates
19 Oct
JFK11:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
CPT4:40 p.m.Cape Town Intl
28 Oct
CPT6:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
25h 55m
1 stop
JFK2:25 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,216
Emirates
29 Jul
JFK11:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 45m
1 stop
CPT6:05 p.m.Cape Town Intl
4 Sep
CPT8:00 p.m.Cape Town Intl
28h 55m
2 stops
JFK6:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,255
Emirates
12 Nov
JFK10:40 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 05m
1 stop
CPT4:45 p.m.Cape Town Intl
25 Nov
CPT6:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
31h 25m
2 stops
JFK6:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,287

KLM flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best KLM deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
KLM
10 Jul
JFK7:10 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 15m
1 stop
CPT9:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
14 Jul
CPT11:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
43h 17m
1 stop
JFK12:32 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,625
KLM
8 Jul
JFK6:15 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 10m
1 stop
CPT9:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
11 Jul
CPT11:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
43h 17m
1 stop
JFK12:32 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,634
KLM
6 Jul
JFK4:40 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m
1 stop
CPT9:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
12 Jul
CPT11:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
43h 17m
1 stop
JFK12:32 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,635

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

11:00 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

10:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

C$ 1,190

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

8:10 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

10:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

C$ 1,382

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

8:10 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

2:15 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops29h 00m

C$ 1,437

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 18/12

8:10 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/12

6:10 p.m.-1:25 p.m.

2 stops26h 15m

C$ 1,532

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

1:10 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

2 stops28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

7:35 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop23h 40m

C$ 1,537

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

10:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

3:10 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops34h 50m

C$ 1,740

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/7

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

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 31/7

7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop33h 00m

C$ 1,796

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

10:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops34h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

3:25 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops34h 30m

C$ 1,798

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 17/12

8:10 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

2 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/1

10:00 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop31h 55m

C$ 1,826
Quickest round-trip

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/10

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

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

12:10 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop21h 45m

C$ 1,836

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 785. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in September, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during November average around C$ 789.

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 from New York 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$ 2,130 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$ 1,595 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 20% 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 June 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

41h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 41h 50m
There are no direct flights from New York to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Cape Town.

Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Cape Town

  • 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 41h 50m 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.

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