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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from C$ 1,126

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SAUDIA Logo
11:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
43h 35m
3 stops
SAUDIA Logo
2:25 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CPT
-
JFK
49h 35m
3 stops
C$ 1,865SAUDIA
Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
SAUDIA Logo
11:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
43h 35m
3 stops
SAUDIA Logo
2:25 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CPT
-
JFK
49h 35m
3 stops
C$ 1,904SAUDIA
Wed, 4 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
SAUDIA Logo
11:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
JFK
-
CPT
43h 35m
3 stops
SAUDIA Logo
2:25 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CPT
-
JFK
49h 35m
3 stops
C$ 2,020SAUDIA
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
11:20 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
JFK
-
CPT
24h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:55 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
33h 25m
1 stop
C$ 2,071Qatar Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 p.m. - 12:05 p.m.
JFK
-
CPT
32h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
36h 10m
1 stop
C$ 2,106Turkish Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
10:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
JFK
-
CPT
37h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
CPT
-
JFK
33h 00m
1 stop
C$ 2,130Qatar Airways
Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
3:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
JFK
-
CPT
63h 15m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
1:50 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.
CPT
-
JFK
49h 10m
2 stops
C$ 2,148Etihad Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Fri, 19 Feb
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10:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
33h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
36h 05m
2 stops
C$ 2,154Ethiopian Air
Mon, 5 Oct - Sat, 20 Feb
Emirates Logo
10:40 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
23h 05m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:30 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
31h 25m
2 stops
C$ 2,157Emirates
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Emirates Logo
10:40 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
24h 20m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
6:30 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
26h 25m
1 stop
C$ 2,158Emirates
Sun, 15 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
9 Nov
JFK8:15 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 50m
1 stop
CPT12:05 p.m.Cape Town Intl
20 Nov
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
JFK10:25 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,106
Turkish Airlines
6 Nov
JFK8:40 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
13 Nov
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
JFK10:55 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,161
Turkish Airlines
3 Nov
JFK1:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
8 Nov
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
JFK10:55 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,188

Qatar Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
22 Oct
JFK11:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 10m
1 stop
CPT5:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
27 Oct
CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
33h 25m
1 stop
JFK10:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,071
Qatar Airways
21 Sep
JFK10:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
37h 30m
1 stop
CPT5:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
27 Sep
CPT7:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
JFK10:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,130
Qatar Airways
9 Oct
JFK10:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
CPT10:15 a.m.Cape Town Intl
18 Feb
CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
34h 25m
1 stop
JFK10:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,258

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/11

11:00 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

3 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

2:25 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

3 stops49h 35m

C$ 1,865

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/11

11:00 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

3 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/11

2:25 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

3 stops49h 35m

C$ 1,904

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/11

11:00 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

3 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/11

2:25 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

3 stops49h 35m

C$ 2,020

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/10

11:20 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

1 stop24h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/10

6:55 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop33h 25m

C$ 2,071

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/11

8:15 p.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

5:15 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop36h 10m

C$ 2,106

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

10:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

1 stop37h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

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

1 stop33h 00m

C$ 2,130

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/10

3:45 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

2 stops63h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/2

1:50 p.m.-8:00 a.m.

2 stops49h 10m

C$ 2,148

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/10

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

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/2

1:50 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops36h 05m

C$ 2,154

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/11

10:40 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop23h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

6:30 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops31h 25m

C$ 2,157
Quickest round-trip

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

10:40 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop24h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/12

6:30 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop26h 25m

C$ 2,158

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 713. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in January, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during November average around C$ 768.

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$ 1,994 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$ 1,513 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Cape Town 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 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 May 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% more expensive 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.
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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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