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Cheapest round-trip
$1,496
Typical prices: $1,554-$1,926
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Mon 11/5Thu 11/15
LGA - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$773
Typical prices: $963-$1,431
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Tue 1/9
LGA - CPT • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $1,669 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from LaGuardia to Cape Town (LGA-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from LaGuardia to Cape Town

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:00 pm - 2:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 3:38 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
31h 28m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,496Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:00 pm - 2:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 4:48 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
33h 58m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,497Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:30 am - 2:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 5:58 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
32h 48m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,525Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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6:30 am - 2:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 4:48 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
32h 58m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,544Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:10 pm - 7:35 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 25m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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2:15 pm - 7:06 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
35h 51m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,559Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:10 pm - 7:35 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 25m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
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3:20 pm - 7:06 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
34h 46m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,562Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Tue, Mar 23
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5:12 pm - 4:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 10:24 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
19h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,590Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Feb 5
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2:47 pm - 4:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 9:48 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
19h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,590Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 11 - Fri, Mar 19
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3:50 pm - 4:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 pm - 9:31 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
18h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,591Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Mar 14
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3:00 pm - 6:35 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 pm - 11:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
20h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,625Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town at $1,448 round-trip.
•November ($2,209) and April ($2,014) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$773
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from LaGuardia to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from LaGuardia to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 7,808 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town range from $1,554 to $1,926, with an average of $1,725 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,554 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $882, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town usually depart from New York LaGuardia (LGA) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    Connecting flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 32% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,641 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,729, a difference of $1,088.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 31m, compared with 19h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between New York LaGuardia Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of New York LaGuardia Airport (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Camps Bay Beach and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,641, about $1,088 less than Wednesday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York LaGuardia Airport to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average $1,448 round-trip in that month - typically $761 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

More options for your flight from LaGuardia to Cape Town

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