$721+ 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Jun 2 — Jun 91
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Cape TownExplore 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 May 3, 2026.
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 May 3, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 11/31:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/185:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,131
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 8/2512:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/265:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,167
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 11/1912:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/295:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,218
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Sat 9/512:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/104:35 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,241
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1012:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/185:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,278
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 11/1712:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/96:25 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops59h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,305
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 11/2412:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 12/65:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,323
Best flights from Newark to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/287:18 am
EWR
- CPT
2 stops26h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 6/47:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/157:00 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop28h 50m
Delta
Mon 7/611:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/2![Delta logo]()
$1,835
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/811:55 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops62h 00m
Emirates
Thu 5/143:20 pm
CPT
- EWR
3 stops60h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 4/30![Emirates logo]()
$1,880
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/167:29 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 31m
British Airways
Tue 7/216:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop25h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 5/2![British Airways logo]()
$2,030
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/79:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop41h 10m
SWISS
Wed 6/172:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops36h 00m
SWISS
Deal found 4/29![SWISS logo]()
$2,052
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:50 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop35h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 6/137:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/176:00 am
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 25m
Delta
Mon 7/611:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/2![Delta logo]()
$1,877
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/79:50 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop35h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 6/148:00 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop19h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,801
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop41h 10m
SWISS
Mon 6/82:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops36h 00m
SWISS
Deal found 4/29![SWISS logo]()
$2,052
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/217:29 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 31m
British Airways
Mon 7/66:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop30h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 4/28![British Airways logo]()
$2,081
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/149:50 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop35h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 6/235:55 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop27h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/30![United Airlines logo]()
$1,853
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/256:00 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 8/177:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/2![United Airlines logo]()
$2,085
Last-minute flights from Newark to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated May 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated May 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/39:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/183:10 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,473
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Thu 5/79:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/181:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,392
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/79:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/161:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,437
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/142:35 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,468
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/109:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/311:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,449
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/109:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/251:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,571
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/129:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/251:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,393
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/129:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/283:10 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,403
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/129:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/301:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,509
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/296:35 am
EWR
- CPT
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/56:00 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,461
One-way flights from Newark to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Newark to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Newark to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:25 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/78:25 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops43h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$777
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/911:00 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$833
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/28:25 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$876
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/131:00 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops51h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$889
Find flight deals from Newark to Cape Town
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 May 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,167 (oojo) |
One-way from | $721 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $1,710 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,659 or less |
Good one-way deal | $1,095 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 May 3, 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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NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 5/28
7:18 am-3:20 pm
2 stops26h 02m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 6/4
7:50 pm-5:05 am
Nonstop15h 15m
$1,795
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 6/3
9:50 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop35h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 6/13
7:50 pm-5:05 am
Nonstop15h 15m
$1,797
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 6/7
9:50 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop35h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 6/14
8:00 pm-9:52 am
1 stop19h 52m
$1,801
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Mon 6/15
7:00 am-5:50 pm
1 stop28h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/6
11:15 pm-11:25 pm
2 stops30h 10m
$1,835
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 6/14
9:50 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop35h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/23
5:55 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,853
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Wed 6/17
6:00 am-9:25 pm
2 stops33h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/6
11:15 pm-11:25 pm
2 stops30h 10m
$1,877
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Fri 5/8
11:55 pm-7:55 pm
3 stops62h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 5/14
3:20 pm-9:20 pm
3 stops60h 00m
$1,880
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 6/16
7:29 pm-11:00 am
2 stops33h 31m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 7/21
6:50 pm-1:55 pm
1 stop25h 05m
$2,030
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 6/7
9:45 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop41h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 6/17
2:15 pm-8:15 pm
2 stops36h 00m
$2,052
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 5/28
9:45 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop41h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 6/8
2:15 pm-8:15 pm
2 stops36h 00m
$2,052
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >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 Ovago the most. Ovago 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.
Best time to book a flight from Newark to Cape Town
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 60 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,349). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,025). 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 May 3, 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.
How often are flights from Newark to Cape Town delayed?
About 36% of weekly flights between Newark and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 193 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Cape Town flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 36% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 57% of 1-stop itineraries from Newark Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,463.
What’s the fastest layover option from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 26m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 24m.
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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 May 3, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andEthiopian 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.
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$764 | Average$1,630 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$817 | Average$1,240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$897 | Average$1,470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,337 | Average$1,581 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |