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$547+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)

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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
feb. 19 — feb. 261
jue. 2/19
jue. 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 20, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/245:12 pm
EWR
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CPT
2 stops31h 53m
American Airlines
mié. 3/188:35 pm
CPT
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EWR
1 stop30h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$859
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/189:35 pm
EWR
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CPT
1 stop27h 30m
British Airways
mié. 2/258:35 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop30h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$866
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/187:26 pm
EWR
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CPT
2 stops33h 34m
British Airways
mié. 4/226:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop30h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$870
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/87:26 pm
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 34m
British Airways
sáb. 4/256:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops30h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 1/20$880
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/2311:55 pm
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
jue. 5/286:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops31h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$884
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/611:55 pm
EWR
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CPT
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 5/176:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$887
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/212:25 am
EWR
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CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
mié. 3/115:15 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/18$937
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/712:25 am
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
mié. 4/154:35 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/19$938
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/65:45 pm
EWR
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CPT
2 stops35h 25m
British Airways
jue. 3/198:45 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop29h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 1/19$945
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/212:25 am
EWR
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CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
mié. 5/134:35 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/18$949
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/35:45 pm
EWR
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CPT
2 stops33h 35m
British Airways
mié. 3/118:35 pm
CPT
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EWR
1 stop24h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/20$959

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 enero 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$859
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$547
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,573

Good round-trip deal

$1,338 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,128 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark to Cape Town 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Newark

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Cape Town

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

sáb. 3/14

6:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/26

9:30 pm-12:59 am

1 stop33h 29m

$1,260

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

sáb. 3/14

3:00 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/26

8:50 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,344

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

jue. 3/5

3:00 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/12

8:50 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,344

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

vie. 3/6

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 3/17

8:50 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$1,350

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

vie. 3/6

9:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop35h 15m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/19

8:50 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,356

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

mié. 2/25

9:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop35h 15m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/5

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,356

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

dom. 3/15

7:39 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop37h 26m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/26

8:50 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,356

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

vie. 4/17

9:45 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops34h 50m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 4/26

1:50 pm-7:10 pm

3 stops35h 20m

$1,447

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

mié. 2/25

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 3/1

8:50 pm-10:00 am

1 stop20h 10m

$1,450

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

dom. 3/1

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 3/31

8:00 pm-9:59 am

1 stop19h 59m

$1,450

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to Cape Town in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Newark Airport-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 20 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of $768). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,386). 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 EWR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 20, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town as you normally would.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on CPT

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated enero 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Newark Airport to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,085 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,085 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,085 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,085 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
949 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,085 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,690 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,085 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Newark to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Newark; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Newark per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Newark. It is only a 9.7 mi journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city center.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Cape Town flight route?

    The Newark to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    Departing from Newark Airport to Cape Town will take you 18h 05m. The distance from Newark Airport to Cape Town is about 7820 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $764. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $768 and $1,010, respectively. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town is generally $4,100, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $871. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $866 for that flight.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark to Cape Town 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 Newark Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of $768). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,386). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Newark to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$768Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,010Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,335Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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