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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York from R9 333

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 22/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — NYC
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York are usually found in February or January, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R14 865

One-way from

R9 333

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/3-26/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 22/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Cape Town to New York
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop

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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 20 November 2024.

Sat 23/118:30CPT - JFK
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Tue 18/217:50JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 40mDelta
Deal found 19/11R15 910
Sat 23/118:30CPT - JFK
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/217:50JFK - CPT
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11R16 180
Mon 25/1119:50CPT - JFK
1 stop27h 50mSWISS
Mon 2/1221:00JFK - CPT
1 stop41h 55mSWISS
Deal found 19/11R16 739
Mon 25/1119:50CPT - EWR
1 stop31h 40mSWISS
Mon 2/1222:05EWR - CPT
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Deal found 18/11R16 793
Thu 28/1114:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 2/1213:45JFK - CPT
2 stops40h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R17 135
Mon 25/1120:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/1218:05EWR - CPT
1 stop33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11R17 405
Sat 23/118:30CPT - JFK
2 stops35h 15mAir France
Tue 18/221:30JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 00mAir France
Deal found 19/11R17 423
Thu 28/1113:50CPT - EWR
2 stops36h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/1210:00EWR - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R17 423
Thu 21/1120:50CPT - EWR
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 25/1118:35EWR - CPT
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11R18 955
Sat 23/1120:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/1122:05EWR - CPT
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R19 009
Tue 26/1120:50CPT - LGA
1 stop28h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1213:15LGA - CPT
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11R19 261
Tue 26/1118:30CPT - JFK
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1215:45JFK - CPT
1 stop36h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11R19 586

Find flights from Cape Town to New York within your budget

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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 26/3

11:00-14:30

1 stop21h 30m

R14 865

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

18:10-20:30

2 stops33h 20m

Newark

Sun 2/3

22:05-10:55

1 stop29h 50m

R15 369

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

20:50-9:37

1 stop19h 47m

Newark

Sun 2/3

18:55-16:10

1 stop38h 15m

R15 495

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

15:20-13:55

2 stops29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/2

21:00-21:55

1 stop41h 55m

R15 513

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

18:10-16:40

2 stops29h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/3

16:25-14:30

2 stops39h 05m

R15 531

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

23:20-19:20

1 stop27h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/2

12:24-19:00

1 stop23h 36m

R15 874

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

23:00-7:35

1 stop38h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 26/3

13:45-21:40

1 stop25h 55m

R16 468

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/2

18:05-20:30

2 stops33h 25m

Newark

Fri 28/2

22:00-7:20

2 stops26h 20m

R17 171

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/2

17:15-18:10

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/2

0:10-12:00

1 stop28h 50m

R17 297

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

8:30-12:45

2 stops59h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/3

1:00-21:30

2 stops37h 30m

R17 766

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 15 November 2024.

Booking 3 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R761). Flying from Cape Town to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R955). 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 20 November 2024.

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 at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% 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 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to New York flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 20 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air France, SWISS and Ethiopian Air from Cape Town to New York. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,1
Very Good
1 333 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8,0
Very Good
8 765 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,8
Good
1 350 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7,6
Good
1 635 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 487 reviews

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R14 865 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and United Airlines, starting at R15 369 and R15 495 round-trip. Ethiopian Air is 19% 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 333 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 R9 532 and R10 739, 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 things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    Hyde Park, London Eye, and Russell Square are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Those on a stopover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, London Eye, or Russell Square can do so by traveling 20,1 km, 23,6 km, and 23,5 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R412 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R761). Flying from Cape Town to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R955). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 040AverageR18 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR13 296AverageR21 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 117AverageR15 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR14 642AverageR17 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 735AverageR21 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR14 876AverageR17 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR15 308AverageR20 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 344AverageR18 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR15 615AverageR18 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 024AverageR18 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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