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Cheapest round-trip
$1,078
Typical prices: $1,059-$1,528
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/3Thu 11/12
JFK - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,580
Typical prices: $1,339-$1,881
Austrian Airlines
Wed 10/14Thu 10/29
EWR - CPT • Non-stop
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $971 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town (NYC-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Cape Town

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 12
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1:45 pm - 1:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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2:25 pm - 6:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,078Kenya Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:45 pm - 1:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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11:25 pm - 6:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
38h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,078Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:45 pm - 6:00 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:35 pm - 8:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,097Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13
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1:45 pm - 1:35 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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6:55 pm - 8:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
44h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,103Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20
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9:45 pm - 1:00 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 15m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:55 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
25h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$1,292Ethiopian Air
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
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9:45 pm - 1:00 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 15m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 7:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
35h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,316Ethiopian Air
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
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10:00 pm - 10:15 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:15 pm - 3:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,395Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:00 pm - 10:30 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 pm - 8:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,414Qatar Airways
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:25 am - 11:50 amEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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4:35 pm - 10:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
35h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,417Turkish Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5
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12:25 am - 11:50 amEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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4:35 pm - 10:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
35h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,422Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Cape Town?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Cape Town departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cape Town from New York usually cost between $1,394 and $1,791 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,078 on Kenya Airways (Oct 27-Nov 5).

What is the cheapest New York to Cape Town flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from New York to Cape Town costs $1,620 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Cape Town (CPT). It is also the most popular route.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Cape Town is February, where tickets cost $1,400 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,928 and $1,729 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to Cape Town?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,702 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Cape Town, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Cape Town

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on EWR

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on CPT

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$484
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York 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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FAQs for booking flights from New York to Cape Town

  • Is Cape Town International Airport (CPT) wheelchair-accessible?

    Yes. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is accessible for reduced mobility travelers. It provides wheelchair lifts, ramps, and adapted toilets. It also provides dedicated parking facilities for disabled travelers. If you need extra assistance, inform your airline before your flight.

  • Does CPT have a lounge?

    Yes. CPT offers lounges that you can pay at the door to access. They include two Bidvest Premier Lounge for domestic and international flights. Airline lounges at the airport include SAA Voyager Platinum Lounge and the Emirates Lounge for British Airways. They are both found on the Airside of the terminal.

  • Which facilities does CPT offer?

    CPT offers various facilities for travelers, including a post office, mobile phone rental, children’s play area, baby care facilities, fitness centers, and food and drinking concessions. It also provides an information desk, luggage storage facilities, ATMs, mobile charging outlets, cash machines, and currency exchange kiosks.

  • How do I get from CPT to the city center?

    CPT offers MyCiti Bus at the transportation plaza, accessible from the arrivals and departure halls. You can find it opposite the Central Terminal building. You can also opt for taxis with a taxi stand in the airport's Arrivals area.

  • How many flights are there between New York and Cape Town per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from New York and lands in Cape Town, with an average flight time of 14h 45m. The most common departure time is 8:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Cape Town?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Cape Town was $484 for a one-way ticket and $1,078 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Cape Town?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Cape Town?

    New York is served by 3 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Cape Town. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be arriving at Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Cape Town?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Cape Town, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Cape Town?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Cape Town on on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Cape Town, Emirates or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Cape Town are Emirates and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,659 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,842 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Cape Town

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,083 or less one-way and $1,711 or less round-trip.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has six terminals. Terminal 1 has 11 gates and is the oldest terminal in the airport. Terminal 2 is also known as Delta Terminal as it is a hub for Delta Airlines. Terminal 4 operates most international arrival flights, while Terminal 5 is mainly used by Jet Blue. Terminal 7 is used by British Airways, while Terminal 8 is the largest terminal with two concourses.
  • You can get transfers between JFK terminals via an AirTrain System, which operates at every terminal. It operates every 2 to 5min. La Guardia Airport (LGA) operates a courtesy shuttle bus between terminals A, B, C, and D every 10min at the parking lots and car rental points.
  • If you are traveling with a baby, JFK has baby care facilities. The nursing rooms are available at T1 near Gate 1 on the airside, T2 near Gate C70, and T4. T5 houses one near Gates 1, 12, and 27, while in T7, it is near Gate 10. At T8, there are nursing rooms near Gate 14, 42, and the hallway on the third floor. At Newark International Airport (EWR), you can find nursing pods at A1, A2, and A3 of Terminal A, Terminal B at B1 Gate B47, B2 after the TSA checkpoint on the left, and B3 after TSA before the bathrooms. There are also nursing pods at Terminal C on C1, C2, and C3.
  • If you need food or drinks, JFK offers some food concessions. Terminal 1 houses a Dunkin Donuts on the airside and Terminal 4 houses a McDonald's on the airside. LGA features food concessions and has over 20 restaurants and food courts in Level 4 of Terminal B.
  • JFK offers several money services facilities throughout the airport. Each terminal has ATMs on the land side and the air side. The airport also provides several foreign exchange services on the facility. EWR offers Travelex, VISA, AllPoint, FCU, and Simple ATMs. The airport also provides currency exchange services at Terminal C3 in the International Departures Area.

Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to Cape Town

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