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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from £356

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Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
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CPT
41h 50m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
23:30 - 07:35
CPT
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JFK
38h 05m
1 stop
£729Kenya Airways
Wed, 6 May - Tue, 19 May
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20:55 - 14:35
JFK
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CPT
34h 40m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 20:00
CPT
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JFK
58h 35m
2 stops
£732Ethiopian Air
Thu, 26 Feb - Mon, 13 Apr
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20:55 - 13:00
JFK
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CPT
33h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 18:55
CPT
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JFK
35h 20m
2 stops
£733Ethiopian Air
Sun, 15 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb
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22:00 - 13:00
JFK
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CPT
33h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 20:00
CPT
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JFK
60h 10m
2 stops
£738Ethiopian Air
Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 4 May
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20:55 - 14:35
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CPT
34h 40m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 18:55
CPT
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JFK
36h 05m
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£744Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
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22:00 - 13:00
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CPT
33h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 20:00
CPT
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JFK
36h 10m
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£751Ethiopian Air
Wed, 6 May - Fri, 15 May
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20:55 - 14:35
JFK
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CPT
34h 40m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 18:55
CPT
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JFK
34h 30m
2 stops
£754Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
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CPT
41h 50m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 07:35
CPT
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JFK
23h 15m
1 stop
£760Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
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CPT
41h 50m
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Kenya Airways Logo
14:30 - 07:35
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23h 05m
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£761Kenya Airways
Wed, 6 May - Tue, 19 May
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13:45 - 06:00
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34h 15m
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14:20 - 07:35
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JFK
23h 15m
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£762Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

Kenya Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Kenya Airways
6 May
JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 50m
1 stop
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
19 May
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
38h 05m
1 stop
JFK07:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
£729
Kenya Airways
8 Mar
JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 50m
2 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
14 Mar
CPT14:20Cape Town Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
JFK07:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
£760
Kenya Airways
6 May
JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 50m
2 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
19 May
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
23h 05m
2 stops
JFK07:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
£761

Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
8 Mar
JFK21:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 40m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
16 Mar
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
59h 20m
2 stops
JFK19:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
£732
Ethiopian Air
26 Feb
JFK20:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 40m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
13 Apr
CPT15:25Cape Town Intl
58h 35m
2 stops
JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£732
Ethiopian Air
12 Feb
JFK20:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 40m
2 stops
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
21 Feb
CPT15:25Cape Town Intl
34h 30m
2 stops
JFK18:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
£733

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

13:45-13:35

1 stop41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

23:30-07:35

1 stop38h 05m

£729

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

20:55-14:35

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

15:25-20:00

2 stops58h 35m

£732

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/2

20:55-13:00

2 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

14:35-18:55

2 stops35h 20m

£733

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/4

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

13:50-20:00

2 stops60h 10m

£738

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/2

20:55-14:35

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

13:50-18:55

2 stops36h 05m

£744

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

13:50-20:00

2 stops36h 10m

£751

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/2

20:55-14:35

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/2

15:25-18:55

2 stops34h 30m

£754

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

£760

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

14:30-07:35

2 stops23h 05m

£761

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

£762

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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 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 £981.

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 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 £980 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 £825 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 February 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 24% 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

34h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 34h 40m
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 34h 40m 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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Can I find flights from New York to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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