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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from C$ 753

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Delta Logo
5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
18h 50m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:15 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
23h 50m1 stop
C$ 1,776Delta
Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun
Delta Logo
12:59 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
26h 26m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:15 p.m. - 9:42 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
28h 27m2 stops
C$ 1,777Delta
Wed, 17 Jun - Sat, 11 Jul
KLM Logo
9:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
42h 15m1 stop
KLM Logo
11:15 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
43h 10m1 stop
C$ 1,784KLM
Thu, 11 Jun - Sat, 20 Jun
KLM Logo
5:00 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
22h 25m2 stops
KLM Logo
11:15 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
23h 50m1 stop
C$ 1,791KLM
Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 25 Jun
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
JFK
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CPT
28h 30m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 p.m. - 11:05 a.m.
CPT
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JFK
24h 50m1 stop
C$ 1,823Turkish Airlines
Fri, 13 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
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11:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
43h 35m3 stops
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2:25 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CPT
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JFK
49h 35m3 stops
C$ 1,845SAUDIA
Mon, 2 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
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11:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
43h 35m3 stops
SAUDIA Logo
2:25 p.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CPT
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JFK
49h 35m3 stops
C$ 1,853SAUDIA
Mon, 2 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb
Delta Logo
8:30 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
27h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
27h 30m1 stop
C$ 1,864Delta
Thu, 22 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb
Delta Logo
2:50 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
21h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 p.m. - 3:14 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
24h 44m1 stop
C$ 1,871Delta
Sat, 24 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Delta Logo
7:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
41h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 p.m. - 11:15 a.m.
CPT
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JFK
20h 45m1 stop
C$ 1,874Delta
Fri, 23 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines
13 Feb
JFK12:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
19 Feb
CPT5:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
24h 50m
1 stop
JFK11:05 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,823
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Turkish Airlines
28 Mar
JFK8:40 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
17 Apr
CPT4:35 p.m.Cape Town Intl
31h 20m
1 stop
JFK5:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,896
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SAUDIA flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best SAUDIA deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
SAUDIA
2 Feb
JFK11:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
43h 35m
3 stops
CPT1:35 p.m.Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT2:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
49h 35m
3 stops
JFK9:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,845
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SAUDIA
2 Feb
JFK11:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
43h 35m
3 stops
CPT1:35 p.m.Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT2:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
49h 35m
3 stops
JFK9:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,853
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SAUDIA
19 Jan
JFK11:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
43h 35m
3 stops
CPT1:35 p.m.Cape Town Intl
26 Jan
CPT2:25 p.m.Cape Town Intl
49h 35m
3 stops
JFK9:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,868
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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/6

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

1 stop18h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

11:15 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop23h 50m

C$ 1,776

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 17/6

12:59 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops26h 26m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

11:15 p.m.-9:42 p.m.

2 stops28h 27m

C$ 1,777

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

9:10 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/6

11:15 p.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop43h 10m

C$ 1,784

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/6

5:00 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops22h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/6

11:15 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop23h 50m

C$ 1,791

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 13/2

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

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/2

5:15 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

1 stop24h 50m

C$ 1,823

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

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

3 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

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

3 stops49h 35m

C$ 1,845

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

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

3 stops43h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

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

3 stops49h 35m

C$ 1,853

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/1

8:30 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop27h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

9:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 1,864

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 24/1

2:50 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops21h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

9:30 p.m.-3:14 p.m.

1 stop24h 44m

C$ 1,871

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 23/1

7:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop41h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

9:30 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop20h 45m

C$ 1,874

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 1,835. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during February average around C$ 1,850.

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$ 1,853 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$ 1,556 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 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 January 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

C$ 1,553

Fastest flight time

32h 45m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is C$ 1,553. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,802.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 32h 45m
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 32h 45m 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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