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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from £532

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Cape Town departing on 15/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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13:45 - 13:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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19:30 - 09:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
43h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£884Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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13:45 - 06:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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19:30 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£894Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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13:45 - 13:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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13:15 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£907Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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13:45 - 22:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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13:15 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£918Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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20:30 - 10:15JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
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13:15 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£938Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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18:20 - 22:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 50m1 stop London Gatwick
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00:10 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
£949Norse Atlantic UK
Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
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18:20 - 14:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 50m3 stops London Gatwick Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
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19:30 - 09:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
43h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£980Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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23:10 - 14:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
35h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£996Multiple Airlines
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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18:20 - 22:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 50m1 stop London Gatwick
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00:10 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
£1,006Norse Atlantic UK
Sat, 26 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct
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16:25 - 10:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 14:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£1,035Condor
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec

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Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
13 Jan
JFK12:50New York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 15m
1 stop
CPT12:05Cape Town Intl
21 Jan
CPT17:20Cape Town Intl
36h 05m
1 stop
JFK22:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,105
Turkish Airlines
25 Jan
JFK20:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 50m
1 stop
CPT12:05Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT00:55Cape Town Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
JFK18:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,127
Turkish Airlines
4 Nov
JFK21:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
CPT12:05Cape Town Intl
25 Nov
CPT17:20Cape Town Intl
24h 35m
1 stop
JFK10:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,128

Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
16 Sept
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 00m
2 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
22 Sept
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
34h 50m
2 stops
JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,152
Ethiopian Air
31 Oct
JFK21:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 15m
2 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
29 Nov
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
34h 45m
2 stops
JFK18:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,153
Ethiopian Air
9 Sept
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 10m
2 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
15 Sept
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
36h 10m
2 stops
JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,154

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New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

19:30-09:00

1 stop43h 30m

£884

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

13:45-06:00

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

19:30-15:10

1 stop25h 40m

£894

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

13:15-22:30

1 stop39h 15m

£907

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

13:45-22:10

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

13:15-22:30

1 stop39h 15m

£918

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

20:30-10:15

3 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

13:15-22:30

1 stop39h 15m

£938
Fastest return journey

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 22/9

18:20-22:10

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

00:10-15:55

1 stop21h 45m

£949

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

18:20-14:10

3 stops37h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

19:30-09:00

1 stop43h 30m

£980

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

23:10-14:10

3 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/9

13:50-19:20

3 stops35h 30m

£996

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

18:20-22:10

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/10

00:10-15:55

1 stop21h 45m

£1,006

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/12

16:25-10:45

1 stop35h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/12

18:35-14:05

1 stop26h 30m

£1,035

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £1,031 to £1,324.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £884.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Cape Town from New York during January instead. Flights to Cape Town in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around £1,071.

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 £1,109 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £836 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 62% 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 August 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 37% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Fastest flight time

43h 45m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 43h 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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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Cape Town

  • How far is New York to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from New York to Cape Town Intl is 7803.4 mi. Typically, this will take 43h 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 updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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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