Cape Town

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Flights to Cape Town in 2026

Cheapest flights to Cape Town

Mon 11/212:45 am -
3 stops29h 15m
Mon 11/93:10 pm -
3 stops37h 20m
Deal found 10/16$1,121
Wed 10/2111:10 pm -
3 stops33h 00m
Wed 10/283:10 pm -
3 stops37h 25m
Deal found 10/14$1,122
Mon 11/912:45 am -
3 stops29h 15m
Mon 11/161:50 pm -
3 stops38h 40m
Deal found 10/17$1,123
Mon 11/1612:45 am -
3 stops30h 25m
Mon 11/233:10 pm -
3 stops37h 20m
Deal found 10/15$1,139
Sun 11/812:10 am -
3 stops29h 50m
Mon 11/161:50 pm -
3 stops38h 40m
Deal found 10/13$1,140
Mon 11/212:45 am -
3 stops29h 15m
Fri 11/201:50 pm -
3 stops38h 45m
Deal found 10/17$1,145
Wed 10/2111:10 pm -
3 stops33h 00m
Fri 10/301:50 pm -
3 stops38h 45m
Deal found 10/13$1,146
Sun 11/112:10 am -
3 stops29h 50m
Sun 11/81:50 pm -
3 stops40h 05m
Deal found 10/17$1,147
Fri 10/2311:10 pm -
3 stops33h 00m
Fri 10/301:50 pm -
3 stops38h 45m
Deal found 10/16$1,169
Fri 11/2011:25 pm -
3 stops30h 35m
Sun 11/293:10 pm -
3 stops38h 45m
Deal found 10/15$1,170
Tue 11/175:45 pm -
3 stops35h 55m
Thu 11/265:15 pm -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 10/16$1,174
Wed 11/2511:25 pm -
3 stops31h 45m
Mon 12/73:10 pm -
3 stops37h 20m
Deal found 10/17$1,181

Find flight deals to Cape Town

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,661

Round-trip from

$1,121

One-way from

$497

Good round-trip deal

$1,730 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,163 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($146 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
From New York to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from New York to Cape Town Intl (CPT)
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York to Cape Town Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York to Cape Town Intl.

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New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/22

6:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$784

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/4

1:35 pm-8:20 am

2 stops35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$854

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/12

8:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$894

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/22

7:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$906

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/21

4:25 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$969

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/23

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop41h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$986

NewarkCape Town

EWR Newark - CPT Cape Town Intl

EWRCPT

Newark

Fri 1/8

12:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,026

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/22

3:45 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops64h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,059

New YorkCape Town

LGA New York LaGuardia - CPT Cape Town Intl

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/4

5:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,069

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/2

9:00 pm-10:40 am

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,122

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Compare providers for flights to Cape Town

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BusinessClassPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Cape Town flight deals, Cheapflights users have found Ovago to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights and Ovago. This is based on searches made for Cape Town flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: Ovago is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Cape Town flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), Ovago has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Cape Town. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Cape Town

How long is the flight to Cape Town?

On average, a flight from New York to Cape Town takes 18 hours 21 minutes. Flights to Cape Town from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cape Town?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Cape Town are Delta, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

The best insider tips for flights to Cape Town

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Expert on CPT

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Read through reviews of airlines servicing South Africa, such as Emirates,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa airport overview

Africa’s third-busiest airport, and the winner of the 2009 Skytrax award for Best Airport in Africa, Cape Town International (CPT) is a sleek, light and spacious transport hub – and a suitably lovely introduction for foreign visitors to the Cape of Good Hope.

Recently upgraded for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Cape Town International is a truly world-class airport, and a prime tourism gateway. Flights to Cape Town International are operated by a huge array of airlines, bringing eager visitors from all over the world to the city’s sunny shores.

Boasting an impressive array of facilities and amenities, just as you’ll have no shortage of things to do in South Africa’s Mother City – with hiking trails up iconic Table Mountain, long stretches of beautiful beaches, trips out to historic Robben Island, and serious partying in Long Street all in the offing – rest assured that your time spent in transit in Cape Town International will be very painless indeed.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town?

    For a flight to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cape Town if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cape Town on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cape Town?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cape Town.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl typically cost $48, while round-trip flights cost around $76.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Cape Town?

    A round-trip flight to Cape Town will typically cost around $183, however they can be found for as little as $76.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cape Town depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cape Town, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Cape Town Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cape Town Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cape Town Intl?

    Yes. Cape Town Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport is the closest property to Cape Town Intl (0.0 mi away from Cape Town Intl).

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