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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from £498

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Ethiopian Air Logo
21:55 - 13:00
JFK
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CPT
33h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 20:00
CPT
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JFK
36h 10m
2 stops
£787Ethiopian Air
Sun, 22 Mar - Fri, 10 Apr
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 06:00
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CPT
34h 15m
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Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 07:35
CPT
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JFK
23h 15m
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£797Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 13:00
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CPT
33h 00m
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Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 20:00
CPT
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JFK
60h 10m
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£807Ethiopian Air
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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12:55 - 11:50
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CPT
40h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 17:55
CPT
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JFK
31h 20m
1 stop
£824Turkish Airlines
Mon, 27 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Ethiopian Air Logo
20:55 - 13:45
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CPT
33h 50m
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Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 18:55
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JFK
35h 20m
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£830Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 - 11:50
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CPT
40h 55m
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Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 22:30
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35h 55m
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£833Turkish Airlines
Sat, 4 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 06:00
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CPT
34h 15m
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Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 07:35
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JFK
23h 15m
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£834Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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13:45 - 13:35
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CPT
41h 50m
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12:35 - 22:20
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39h 45m
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£835Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
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CPT
41h 50m
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Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 07:35
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23h 15m
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£835Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:55 - 13:45
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33h 50m
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15:25 - 20:10
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34h 45m
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£867Ethiopian Air
Sat, 14 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar

British Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best British Airways deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
British Airways
6 Mar
JFK08:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
CPT12:10Cape Town Intl
13 Mar
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
33h 10m
1 stop
JFK22:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
£970
British Airways
4 Feb
JFK08:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 05m
1 stop
CPT12:10Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
33h 05m
2 stops
JFK21:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£2,614

Qatar Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Qatar Airways
6 Mar
JFK10:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
CPT17:25Cape Town Intl
13 Mar
CPT06:05Cape Town Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
JFK15:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
£990
Qatar Airways
4 Apr
JFK11:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
43h 20m
2 stops
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
18 Apr
CPT19:30Cape Town Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,010
Qatar Airways
28 Jan
JFK21:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 45m
2 stops
CPT09:45Cape Town Intl
9 Feb
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
JFK08:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,024

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/3

21:55-13:00

2 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/4

13:50-20:00

2 stops36h 10m

£787

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/3

13:45-06:00

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

14:20-07:35

1 stop23h 15m

£797

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/4

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:50-20:00

2 stops60h 10m

£807

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 27/4

12:55-11:50

1 stop40h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/4

16:35-17:55

1 stop31h 20m

£824

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/2

20:55-13:45

2 stops33h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

14:35-18:55

2 stops35h 20m

£830

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/4

12:55-11:50

1 stop40h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/4

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

£833

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/3

13:45-06:00

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

14:20-07:35

1 stop23h 15m

£834

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/3

12:35-22:20

1 stop39h 45m

£835

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/3

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

14:20-07:35

1 stop23h 15m

£835

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

21:55-13:45

2 stops33h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

15:25-20:10

2 stops34h 45m

£867

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Cape Town

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Cape Town from New York during February instead. Flights to Cape Town in February, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around £1,000.

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

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best New York - Cape Town Intl flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 £1,001 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 £841 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Cape Town Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% 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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Cheap New York to Cape Town (NYC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

29h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 29h 25m
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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  • 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 29h 25m 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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