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Cheapest round-trip
$1,183
Typical prices: $1,471-$1,935
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/25Fri 12/7
EWR - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,576
Typical prices: $1,536-$1,964
Ethiopian Air, Austrian Airlines
Sat 3/3Sun 3/11
EWR - CPT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 14h 25m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 67% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $1,157 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Cape Town (EWR-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Newark to Cape Town

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:25 pm - 2:10 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 9:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
37h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
$1,183Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 9
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12:45 am - 1:00 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 9:35 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
37h 25m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
$1,183Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:25 pm - 2:10 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 9:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
37h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
$1,184Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Dec 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 12:05 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 10:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
28h 35m1 stop Istanbul
$1,269Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 21
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:25 am - 11:00 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
36h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,271Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 21
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:25 am - 11:00 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 35m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
36h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,273Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 2:10 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 6:01 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
35h 11m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,360Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:45 pm - 12:40 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 55m3 stops Dublin Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
36h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,374Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Thu, Mar 4
United Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 6:00 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
16h 00mnonstop
$1,609United Airlines
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 1
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 4:10 pmEWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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8:50 pm - 5:50 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
16h 00mnonstop
$1,609United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Newark Airport to Cape Town flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town typically range from $1,471 to $1,935. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,183, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town at $1,451 round-trip.
•July ($1,940) and May ($1,836) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Newark to Cape Town

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
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.

Key details for Newark Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$706
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Newark to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Newark Airport to Cape Town:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 11:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:35 pm and lands at 12:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 14h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town takes 14h 25m, covering 7,820 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town range from $1,471 to $1,935, with an average of $1,686 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,471 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Newark Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $1,686 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,157 round-trip via Istanbul (IST), compared to $1,709 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    United Airlines is the only airline operating Newark Airport to Cape Town flights. 67% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Newark Airport to Cape Town spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Newark Airport to Cape Town flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Newark Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $924, which is 27% 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 Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Newark Airport to Cape Town route, 33% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 53m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,625 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,748, a difference of $123.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Newark Airport and Cape Town.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 34m, compared with 19h 34m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and 19h 48m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Newark Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 6 hours ahead of Newark 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, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Newark Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Among airlines operating Newark Airport to Cape Town flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Newark Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Austrian Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Newark 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,625, about $123 less than Sunday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newark Airport to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average $1,451 round-trip in that month - typically $489 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $1,157 round-trip on this route - about $552 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from Newark Liberty Airport to Cape Town?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Newark Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Newark to Cape Town Intl

Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Newark

Monday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

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