Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to New York is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R15 229 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at R15 697 and R17 196 round-trip. Kenya Airways is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 2

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of R740). Flying from Cape Town to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R978). 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.

January

R13 861

February

R14 049

March

R14 742

April

R15 004

May

R14 892

June

R15 173

July

R18 057

August

R18 319

September

R15 379

October

R14 723

November

R13 899

December

R15 135

Question 3

When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Booking 15 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.

Question 4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

Question 5

How recently were the Cape Town to New York flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The Cape Town to New York flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 30/4.

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Consider Air France, JetBlue or British Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Cape Town to New York.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The most popular route from Cape Town to New York is Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Newark or Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia.

Question 8

Can I find flights from Cape Town to New York for under R15 300 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to New York for under R15 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just R15 229, but on average you can expect to pay R16 353.

Question 9

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to New York for under R25 200 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 4 direct flights from Cape Town to New York under R25 200. A good price for a direct flight from Cape Town to New York is less than R111 265.

Question 10

Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to New York for under R77 200?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 14+ open flights from Cape Town to New York within the next 7 days for less than R77 200.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

The most popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to New York is London. Doha follows London in terms of the most common stopover location on Cape Town to New York flights. Dubai ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Cape Town to New York flights.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

The least popular stopover on flights from Cape Town to New York is Nairobi. Nairobi is followed by Amsterdam in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Cape Town to New York. Washington, D.C. sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Cape Town to New York route.

Question 13

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

Accepted Answer

One Canada Square, Marble Arch, and Buckingham Palace are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Those on a stopover in London interested in visiting One Canada Square, Marble Arch, or Buckingham Palace can do so by traveling 30,5 km, 21,1 km, and 22,1 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R659 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

Question 14

What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, and Dubai Creek. Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq and Dubai Creek are located about 11,0 km, 7,0 km, and 3,7 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R350 per day.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 6% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

To save on the cost of your flight from Cape Town to New York, book at least 16 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 1% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R16 559 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R17 739.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to New York. Flights to New York from Cape Town in February are about R18 981 on average during February, but can be found for as low as R12 756.

Question 18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to New York (CPT - NYC)?

Accepted Answer

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 22% on airfare.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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 14 different airlines.

Question 20

What does CPT to JFK mean?

Accepted Answer

CPT stands for Cape Town Intl Airport, while JFK stands for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New Windsor Stewart Airport (SWF), New York Skyports SPB Airport (NYS) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Question 21

Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to New York that include extra baggage allowance?

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to New York flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 22

Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to New York with specific airlines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to New York flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 23

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

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

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 26

Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to New York that allow pets onboard?

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from Cape Town to New York offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 27

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to New York flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 28

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Deals for Cape Town to New York flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 29

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

By finding flights from multiple airlines and providers at completely no cost, Cheapflights helps millions of users like you annually find the best flights to New York from Cape Town.

Question 30

Can Cheapflights find flights from Cape Town to New York with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Cape Town to New York with no change fees.

Question 31

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Cape Town to New York become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from Cape Town to New York on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

Question 32

What airports serve Cape Town to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 33

Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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JetBlue	CheapestR9 231	AverageR9 900	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search JetBlue flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR12 723	AverageR15 298	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	CheapestR14 219	AverageR20 161	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR14 316	AverageR15 292	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR14 933	AverageR18 116	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air France	CheapestR15 156	AverageR16 512	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Delta	CheapestR15 235	AverageR19 646	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
KLM	CheapestR15 414	AverageR22 802	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR15 844	AverageR19 762	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
SWISS	CheapestR16 582	AverageR17 800	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights

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