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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from £674

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00:45 - 13:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
38h 40m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£848Ethiopian Air
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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00:45 - 14:10EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
37h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£861Ethiopian Air
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:10 - 13:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 50m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
38h 40m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£862Ethiopian Air
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:10 - 13:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 50m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
38h 40m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£863Ethiopian Air
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:25 - 14:10EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
40h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£866Ethiopian Air
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:25 - 13:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 35m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
38h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£885Ethiopian Air
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:25 - 14:10EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 45m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 21:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
37h 20m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£894Ethiopian Air
Wed, 25 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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00:10 - 14:10EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 00m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
40h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£908Ethiopian Air
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:10 - 14:10EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 00m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
40h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£910Ethiopian Air
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:25 - 13:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 35m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
38h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas Porto
£912Ethiopian Air
Wed, 25 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

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Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
9 Nov
EWR00:45Newark
29h 15m
3 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
16 Nov
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
38h 40m
3 stops
EWR21:30Newark
£848
Ethiopian Air
16 Nov
EWR00:45Newark
30h 25m
3 stops
CPT14:10Cape Town Intl
23 Nov
CPT15:10Cape Town Intl
37h 20m
3 stops
EWR21:30Newark
£861
Ethiopian Air
8 Nov
EWR00:10Newark
29h 50m
3 stops
CPT13:00Cape Town Intl
16 Nov
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
38h 40m
3 stops
EWR21:30Newark
£862

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
7 Feb
EWR00:25Newark
39h 35m
1 stop
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
16 Feb
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
EWR22:30Newark
£982
Turkish Airlines
7 Nov
EWR01:25Newark
38h 35m
1 stop
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
10 Dec
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
EWR22:30Newark
£983
Turkish Airlines
12 Nov
EWR00:25Newark
39h 35m
1 stop
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
20 Nov
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
EWR22:30Newark
£998

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NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 9/11

00:45-13:00

3 stops29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

13:50-21:30

3 stops38h 40m

£848
Fastest return journey

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Mon 16/11

00:45-14:10

3 stops30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

15:10-21:30

3 stops37h 20m

£861

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 8/11

00:10-13:00

3 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

13:50-21:30

3 stops38h 40m

£862

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 8/11

00:10-13:00

3 stops29h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

13:50-21:30

3 stops38h 40m

£863

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 25/11

23:25-14:10

3 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

13:50-22:55

3 stops40h 05m

£866

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Fri 20/11

23:25-13:00

3 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

15:10-22:55

3 stops38h 45m

£885

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 25/11

23:25-14:10

3 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/12

15:10-21:30

3 stops37h 20m

£894

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 22/11

00:10-14:10

3 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

13:50-22:55

3 stops40h 05m

£908

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 22/11

00:10-14:10

3 stops31h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/12

13:50-22:55

3 stops40h 05m

£910

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Wed 25/11

23:25-13:00

3 stops30h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

14:30-21:35

3 stops38h 05m

£912

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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 £1,052 to £1,392.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £848.

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 £1,104.

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 £1,136 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 £845 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 October 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 0% cheaper 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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Best price found

£674

Fastest flight time

40h 50m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is £674. The best return flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £848.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 40h 50m
Direct flights go from New York to Cape Town on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).
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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 40h 50m 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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