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Cheapest return fare
R17 492
Typical prices: R17 299-R24 397
Kenya Airways
Mon 26/10Mon 2/11
JFK - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
R25 520
Typical prices: R21 579-R25 197
Ethiopian Air, SWISS
Wed 3/2Wed 24/2
EWR - CPT • Direct
Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg R17 441 (return)
Shortest trip • 20h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town (NYC-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Cape Town 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 New York to Cape Town

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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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 Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 6:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 492Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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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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14:25 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 573Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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13:45 - 13:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 6:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 573Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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13:45 - 6:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:25 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 573Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 20
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13:45 - 6:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 573Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 25
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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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14:25 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 622Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 6:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 622Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12
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13:45 - 6:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:25 - 7:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 622Kenya Airways
Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 15
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20:35 - 18:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25mdirect
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20:50 - 5:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
16h 00mdirect
R26 020United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 11
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20:35 - 18:00EWR  Newark-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25mdirect
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20:50 - 5:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-EWR Newark
16h 00mdirect
R26 020United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from New York to Cape Town?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Cape Town departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cape Town from New York usually cost between R22 516 and R28 928 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 492 on Kenya Airways (Oct 26–Nov 2).

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

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

The cheapest return flight from New York to Cape Town costs R26 814 on the route between Newark Airport (EWR) and Cape Town (CPT). It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town, 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 New York to Cape Town is February, where tickets cost R22 612 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R30 914 and R27 926 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to Cape Town?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at R22 709 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town, 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 the flight from New York to Cape Town, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R7 898
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Cape Town

  • Is Cape Town International Airport (CPT) wheelchair-accessible?

    Yes. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is accessible for reduced mobility travelers. It provides wheelchair lifts, ramps, and adapted toilets. It also provides dedicated parking facilities for disabled travelers. If you need extra assistance, inform your airline before your flight.

  • Does CPT have a lounge?

    Yes. CPT offers lounges that you can pay at the door to access. They include two Bidvest Premier Lounge for domestic and international flights. Airline lounges at the airport include SAA Voyager Platinum Lounge and the Emirates Lounge for British Airways. They are both found on the Airside of the terminal.

  • Which facilities does CPT offer?

    CPT offers various facilities for travelers, including a post office, mobile phone rental, children’s play area, baby care facilities, fitness centers, and food and drinking concessions. It also provides an information desk, luggage storage facilities, ATMs, mobile charging outlets, cash machines, and currency exchange kiosks.

  • How do I get from CPT to the city center?

    CPT offers MyCiti Bus at the transportation plaza, accessible from the arrivals and departure halls. You can find it opposite the Central Terminal building. You can also opt for taxis with a taxi stand in the airport's Arrivals area.

  • How many flights are there between New York and Cape Town per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from New York and lands in Cape Town, with an average flight time of 14h 45m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Cape Town?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Cape Town was R7 898 for a one-way ticket and R17 492 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Cape Town?

    New York is served by 3 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Cape Town. You will leave New York from one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be arriving at Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Cape Town?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Cape Town?

    You can catch a direct flight from New York to Cape Town on on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

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

    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 New York to Cape Town.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 to Cape Town from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Cape Town

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has six terminals. Terminal 1 has 11 gates and is the oldest terminal in the airport. Terminal 2 is also known as Delta Terminal as it is a hub for Delta Airlines. Terminal 4 operates most international arrival flights, while Terminal 5 is mainly used by Jet Blue. Terminal 7 is used by British Airways, while Terminal 8 is the largest terminal with two concourses.
  • You can get transfers between JFK terminals via an AirTrain System, which operates at every terminal. It operates every 2 to 5min. La Guardia Airport (LGA) operates a courtesy shuttle bus between terminals A, B, C, and D every 10min at the parking lots and car rental points.
  • If you are traveling with a baby, JFK has baby care facilities. The nursing rooms are available at T1 near Gate 1 on the airside, T2 near Gate C70, and T4. T5 houses one near Gates 1, 12, and 27, while in T7, it is near Gate 10. At T8, there are nursing rooms near Gate 14, 42, and the hallway on the third floor. At Newark International Airport (EWR), you can find nursing pods at A1, A2, and A3 of Terminal A, Terminal B at B1 Gate B47, B2 after the TSA checkpoint on the left, and B3 after TSA before the bathrooms. There are also nursing pods at Terminal C on C1, C2, and C3.
  • If you need food or drinks, JFK offers some food concessions. Terminal 1 houses a Dunkin Donuts on the airside and Terminal 4 houses a McDonald's on the airside. LGA features food concessions and has over 20 restaurants and food courts in Level 4 of Terminal B.
  • JFK offers several money services facilities throughout the airport. Each terminal has ATMs on the land side and the air side. The airport also provides several foreign exchange services on the facility. EWR offers Travelex, VISA, AllPoint, FCU, and Simple ATMs. The airport also provides currency exchange services at Terminal C3 in the International Departures Area.

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