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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York from R9 283

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — NYC
Mar 28 — Apr 41
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York are usually found in February or May, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 691

One-way from

R9 283

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 386

Good round-trip deal

R19 100 or less

Good one-way deal

R20 300 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 15/5-28/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 20m total
  • Cape Town to New York
23/6
  • 23/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R30 854 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 244 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2025.

Thu 15/519:00CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 50mSWISS
Wed 28/516:15JFK - CPT
2 stops42h 30mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R15 691
Thu 1/514:30CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 5/513:45JFK - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/3R15 909
Sun 25/523:15CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Sat 7/68:05JFK - CPT
1 stop27h 45mDelta
Deal found 23/3R16 364
Sun 25/523:15CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 35mKLM
Sat 7/614:15JFK - CPT
2 stops25h 10mKLM
Deal found 23/3R16 492
Mon 2/623:00CPT - EWR
2 stops26h 07mDelta
Mon 9/613:00EWR - CPT
2 stops26h 25mDelta
Deal found 22/3R16 637
Sun 25/523:15CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/61:00JFK - CPT
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R16 819
Thu 15/519:00CPT - EWR
1 stop24h 15mSWISS
Wed 28/521:50EWR - CPT
2 stops36h 55mSWISS
Deal found 22/3R17 693
Thu 15/519:00CPT - EWR
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/520:00EWR - CPT
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3R18 039
Thu 15/516:35CPT - EWR
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/50:30EWR - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/3R18 057
Thu 15/516:35CPT - JFK
1 stop24h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/50:55JFK - CPT
1 stop28h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/3R18 476
Wed 7/523:15CPT - LGA
2 stops38h 10mDelta
Wed 14/511:59LGA - CPT
2 stops27h 26mDelta
Deal found 22/3R18 494
Mon 2/623:00CPT - JFK
2 stops29h 40mAir France
Sun 8/61:00JFK - CPT
2 stops29h 40mAir France
Deal found 22/3R18 694

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to New York 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, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 March 2025.
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Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

19:00-12:50

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 28/5

16:15-16:45

2 stops42h 30m

R15 691

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/5

14:30-7:35

2 stops23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

13:45-22:10

1 stop26h 25m

R15 909

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/5

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/6

8:05-17:50

1 stop27h 45m

R16 364

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/5

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/6

14:15-21:25

2 stops25h 10m

R16 492

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/6

23:00-19:07

2 stops26h 07m

Newark

Mon 9/6

13:00-21:25

2 stops26h 25m

R16 637

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/5

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/6

1:00-14:35

2 stops31h 35m

R16 819

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

19:00-13:15

1 stop24h 15m

Newark

Wed 28/5

21:50-16:45

2 stops36h 55m

R17 693

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

19:00-13:15

1 stop24h 15m

Newark

Tue 27/5

20:00-12:40

2 stops34h 40m

R18 039

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

16:35-22:35

1 stop36h 00m

Newark

Tue 27/5

0:30-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

R18 057

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/5

16:35-10:55

1 stop24h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/5

0:55-11:50

1 stop28h 55m

R18 476

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to New York. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R771). Flying from Cape Town to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to New York. Price data was last updated on 24 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to New York flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 23 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and KLM from Cape Town to New York. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Cape Town to New York flights?

    The main airport that will take passengers to New York from Cape Town is Cape Town International Airport. This airport is 20 kilometres from the city centre and is the second busiest airport in South Africa. It offers direct flights into Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The airport has a common terminal that links a domestic and an international terminal. There are several airports in New York where your flight might land, but the most common is John F. Kennedy International Airport. Its is located 26 kilometres from Manhattan and offers direct flights to six continents.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to New York?

    Unfortunately, at this time there are no flights that go directly to NYC from Cape Town. However, travellers have the option of taking a flight that includes one or more stopovers. Some of the many airlines that have stopover flights include Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, British Airways, and Etihad Airways. Flights that include more than one stop are often less expensive than other flights into New York. These are also typically quicker flights to the destination airport. The fastest flights into New York are 20h 05m in length, while other flights can be nearly twice that amount.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town to New York City?

    Flights into New York with a single stop might touch down in various locations like Dubai Airport, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, or Hamad International Airport. Flights with more than a single stop might touch down in O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg followed by Abu Dhabi International Airport or Dubai Airport and then Milan Malpensa Airport. While most flights with two stops are longer than other flights, they are also the least expensive flights in most cases. Etihad Airways and Emirates often offer the best rates on flights into New York.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to New York?

    Anyone who is flying into New York City from Cape Town will need to have a passport to enter. It should have at least six months of validity after your trip. A visa is also required to enter the country.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to New York per day from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to New York is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R15 691 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and KLM, starting at R15 909 and R16 492 round-trip. SWISS is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to New York one-way?

    R9 975 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from R10 066 and R11 504, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to New York?

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to New York?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 11,0 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R440 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Washington, D.C.?

    Most Washington, D.C. visitors opt to spend their time at White House, Smithsonian Institution, and National Mall. White House, Smithsonian Institution and National Mall are located about 36,1 km, 37,2 km, and 37,4 km, respectively from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl if you are interested in checking them out.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to New York flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R771). Flying from Cape Town to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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SWISSCheapestR14 017AverageR16 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 877AverageR16 238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR15 189AverageR17 988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 290AverageR19 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 540AverageR16 145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR15 629AverageR19 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR16 077AverageR18 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 111AverageR20 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 483AverageR21 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 535AverageR20 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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