$787+ 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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 17, 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 17, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sun 5/179:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 6/91:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/14![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,333
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 9/612:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/255:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,375
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 11/39:15 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/163:25 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/12![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,378
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sun 10/189:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 10/283:25 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/15![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,384
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sun 5/179:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/213:10 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/12![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,393
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/29:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/85:30 pm
CPT
- EWR
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,394
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/289:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/31:30 pm
CPT
- EWR
3 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,395
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
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 5/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,402
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 10/2910:15 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/113:25 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/14![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,403
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/149:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/211:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/13![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,404
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 17, 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 17, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/305:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop36h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 10/2910:10 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 11/128:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
Nonstop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,665
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 10/222:30 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Sun 11/158:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop22h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$1,676
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 10/16:00 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop27h 20m
United Airlines
Sun 10/115:55 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops32h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,675
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sat 8/153:20 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Delta
Sun 8/308:05 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop27h 42m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$1,726
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 10/49:30 pm
EWR
- CPT
1 stop35h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 10/127:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
Nonstop15h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,827
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/2910:31 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop25h 19m
Delta
Mon 7/611:15 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops30h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$1,886
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 6/309:30 am
EWR
- CPT
2 stops29h 55m
Delta
Tue 7/78:05 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop20h 24m
Delta
Deal found 5/16![Delta logo]()
$1,887
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/128:25 pm
EWR
- CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 7/255:55 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops31h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,896
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 7/187:12 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops62h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 7/265:55 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop27h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 8/128:25 pm
EWR
- CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 8/305:55 pm
CPT
- EWR
1 stop27h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$1,917
Last-minute flights from Newark to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated May 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to Cape Town. Data last updated May 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sun 5/179:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 6/91:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/14![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,333
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sun 5/179:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/213:10 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/12![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,393
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sun 5/179:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/81:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/15![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,404
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/289:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/31:30 pm
CPT
- EWR
3 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,395
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/319:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 6/132:35 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/12![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,427
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/29:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/85:30 pm
CPT
- EWR
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,394
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/29:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/83:10 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/17![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,407
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 6/29:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/171:30 pm
CPT
- EWR
3 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,432
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/79:45 pm
EWR
- CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 6/201:50 pm
CPT
- EWR
2 stops35h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/17![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,405
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 17, 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 17, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 9/1712:00 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$787
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Sun 7/512:00 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$811
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Sat 8/2912:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$821
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 8/2612:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$822
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 9/312:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$858
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 10/291:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$866
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2412:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$871
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 8/1912:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$877
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 5/233:55 pm
EWR
- CPT
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$879
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sat 9/512:25 am
EWR
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$882
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 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,350 (BusinessClass) |
One-way from | $787 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $1,757 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,659 or less |
Good one-way deal | $1,064 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 17, 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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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 9/1
12:25 am-11:50 am
1 stop29h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 11/30
5:15 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop36h 15m
$1,599
Quickest round-trip
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 10/29
10:10 am-4:10 pm
1 stop24h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/12
8:50 pm-5:50 am
Nonstop16h 00m
$1,665
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 10/1
6:00 am-3:20 pm
1 stop27h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 10/11
5:55 pm-7:56 pm
2 stops32h 01m
$1,675
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Thu 10/22
2:30 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop21h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 11/15
8:50 pm-12:20 pm
1 stop22h 30m
$1,676
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 8/15
3:20 pm-5:50 pm
1 stop20h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 8/30
8:05 pm-5:47 pm
1 stop27h 42m
$1,726
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 10/4
9:30 pm-3:20 pm
1 stop35h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 10/12
7:50 pm-5:20 am
Nonstop15h 30m
$1,827
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Mon 6/29
10:31 am-5:50 pm
1 stop25h 19m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/6
11:15 pm-11:25 pm
2 stops30h 10m
$1,886
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Tue 6/30
9:30 am-9:25 pm
2 stops29h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 7/7
8:05 pm-10:29 am
1 stop20h 24m
$1,887
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sun 7/12
8:25 pm-5:10 pm
Nonstop14h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 7/25
5:55 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops31h 20m
$1,896
NewarkCape Town
EWR - CPT
EWRCPT
Newark
Sat 7/18
7:12 pm-3:20 pm
2 stops62h 08m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 7/26
5:55 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$1,917
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Compare providers for flights from Newark to Cape Town
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 | |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
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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 29 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 $1,336). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,966). 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 17, 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 38% 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 38% 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 17, 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
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreBarney,May 2026
JFK - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$764 | Average$1,570 | 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$1,582 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |