R9 029 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to New York State

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to New York departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cape Town to New York State.
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Book Cheap Cape Town to New York Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cape Town to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 7:35
CPT
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JFK
23h 10m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
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CPT
41h 50m
1 stop
R16 289Kenya Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 27
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 7:35
CPT
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JFK
23h 10m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
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CPT
41h 50m
2 stops
R16 374Kenya Airways
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 7:35
CPT
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JFK
23h 10m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
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CPT
41h 50m
1 stop
R16 391Kenya Airways
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 17
Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 7:35
CPT
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JFK
23h 15m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 6:00
JFK
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CPT
34h 15m
1 stop
R16 442Kenya Airways
Wed, Jun 3 - Thu, Jun 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 22:30
CPT
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JFK
35h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 - 11:50
JFK
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CPT
23h 00m
1 stop
R17 190Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 17
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 22:30
CPT
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EWR
35h 55m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:25 - 11:50
EWR
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CPT
29h 25m
1 stop
R17 530Turkish Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Mon, May 4
Delta Logo
20:05 - 11:43
CPT
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LGA
21h 38m
1 stop
Delta Logo
17:00 - 17:50
LGA
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CPT
18h 50m
1 stop
R17 717Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
20:05 - 13:59
CPT
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LGA
23h 54m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:55 - 21:25
LGA
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CPT
26h 30m
2 stops
R17 853Delta
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
United Airlines Logo
19:50 - 5:35
CPT
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EWR
15h 45mdirect
United Airlines Logo
6:10 - 15:20
EWR
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CPT
27h 10m
1 stop
R18 023United Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 13
KLM Logo
23:15 - 22:00
CPT
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EWR
28h 45m
2 stops
KLM Logo
23:55 - 21:25
EWR
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CPT
39h 30m
2 stops
R18 958KLM
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to New York State from Cape Town found in the last 72 hours was to New York, at R13 943 return. The most popular route is from Cape Town (CPT) to Newark Airport (EWR), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R13 943.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New York State?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Cape Town to New York State depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to New York State is generally at night, when retur flights cost R19 409 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New York State is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R19 409.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to New York State?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to New York State, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to New York State is November, when tickets cost R15 966 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, when the average cost of return tickets is R19 639 and R19 605 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to New York State?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to New York State, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Cape Town to New York State, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flightR9 029
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Airport

FAQs - booking New York State flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to New York State?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to New York State.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to New York State?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Cape Town to New York State is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to New York State?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Cape Town to New York State with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to New York State?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Cape Town to New York State up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New York State

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Cape Town to the following destinations at these prices or less: Newark R22 905 one-way - R17 505 round-trip

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cape Town to New York State. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Cape Town to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3541 reviews
8,3Crew
8,1Boarding
8,2Entertainment
8,0Comfort
7,9Food
Airline reviews

The stewardess took a picture as a gift , if you asked for it. Every thing was very good, Especially the food, big and tasty. The service was good, they served water several times, very frequent.

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
DXB - LAX
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The stewardess took a picture as a gift , if you asked for it. Every thing was very good, Especially the food, big and tasty. The service was good, they served water several times, very frequent.

I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

This was my first time flying with Emirates. Overall, the experience was very good. I thought the seats in economy would have been a bit more comfortable, but, they seem to be on par with other airlines. The food was excellent and very satisfying. If you can afford it, I would definitely suggest upgrading to at lest premium economy seats for long haul flights.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

The best ever, friendly and attentive cabin crew, amazing captains who utilised their expertise for less turbulence, just overall amazing

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

It was really nice journey i personally recommend klm flight

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

Flight was ok but lack of communication cost me to literally beg to be put on another flight as connecting flight had departed

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

Seating and zone. The minor I went with didn’t even seat close to me

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food has been disappointing in both legs of flight to india

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

The head flight attendant made the trip excellent. He was very accommodating.

Good quick flight on a small but comfortable plane. I'm 6'3 and had plenty of space.

Offered to check carry on to final destination. This is the most absurd thing in the world. I'm carrying on because I need what is in the carry-on. I'm okay with picking up at next stop but then I will be on much larger plane that can accommodate it. Also, if there is ever a change to your flight. Go to the airport and have the people there fix your ticket. Don't do it over the phone or online with United they screwed us up and ended up with flights for our last leg that took off before our first leg.

The economy seats on the 777 was not as cramped as I had feared, but the food was terrible.

Experience was great - no complaints. Took off on time, landed early. Got to the gate relatively quickly - took a little bit of extra time to deplane but nothing excessive.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

OK, we were delayed and had to de plane and reboard.

United is one airline which regardless of how many separate United tickets in existence, if one flight breaks down, the airline will take care of all the flights.

Both our flights were delayed. Almost didn’t get in the second flight. Staff was rude to the bone.

there really needs to be more room with each seat for such a long flight.

They boarded backwards so our zone meant nothing!!! My TV was broken, the remote was broke, the head set jack was broke! So i was stuck for 15 hours with no form of entertainment!!! The service was ok but they didn't check on us or serve many snacks. They acted like you were a burden when you hit the call button.

Sadly, flights were delayed both ways with no reasons given other than " operational".

The crew was good but the entertainment was poor . All old movies and TV shows and very few of them. Needs current entertainment. Seats too firm. Food just ok. Nice though to have option with upgrade of no one sitting in middle seat

I purchased the upgrade to have 3 seats open, so I was able to sleep 9 hours. Without that I would have been miserable

Our luggage was supposed to be checked through from Arusha to Cape Town. We didn't know that it was a self transfer in Johannisburg. Kayak should not have sold this flight combination with out a self transfer alert.

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

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