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$484+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York, NY (NYC)

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — NYC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York are usually found in February or May, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (NYC). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$902
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$484
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,051

Good round-trip deal

$1,039 or less

Good one-way deal

$988 or less
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/211:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/1210:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/10$902
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 12/269:30 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop20h 37mDelta
Mon 1/52:00 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/10$917
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 10/198:05 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop32h 04mDelta
Thu 11/1310:00 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops25h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/10$929
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 10/2411:35 pmCPT - LGA
2 stops24h 57mDelta
Sun 11/95:00 pmLGA - CPT
1 stop19h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/10$930
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1711:15 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop25h 50mKLM
Tue 6/242:30 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops24h 55mKLM
Deal found 6/10$935
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1711:15 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops27h 55mKLM
Tue 6/241:01 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops26h 24mKLM
Deal found 6/10$940
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2111:35 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/94:40 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$947
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 12/262:30 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 1/512:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$962
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/184:35 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop36h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/47:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop34h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$996
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Wed 10/221:00 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 11/912:30 amJFK - CPT
1 stop27h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/127:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/258:10 pmEWR - CPT
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,012
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Fri 7/258:00 pmCPT - LGA
1 stop24h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/177:29 pmLGA - CPT
1 stop37h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,019

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to New York that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/22

11:15 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Newark

Wed 11/12

2:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$928

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/19

8:05 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop32h 04m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/13

10:00 pm-6:45 am

2 stops25h 45m

$929

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/24

11:35 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops24h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/9

5:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$930

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/17

11:15 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Newark

Tue 6/24

1:01 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$940

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/22

6:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops25h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/9

4:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop30h 30m

$944

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/21

11:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/9

4:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop30h 30m

$947

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/3

2:35 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops32h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/4

1:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$963

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/22

1:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/10

8:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 00m

$1,001

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/3

4:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop36h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/23

6:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop23h 05m

$1,010

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/23

7:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Wed 11/12

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,013

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The best insider tips for Cape Town to New York flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Cape Town to New York trip
Airports
CPT

CPT offers a security fast track for eligible passengers, but general lines are usually short, making it rarely worth the extra cost.

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EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to Airport Station, then NJ Transit to Penn Station. This journey can take under 45 minutes.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
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John Walton

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.

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to New York. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 CPT to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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 in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Cape Town to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to New York. 2 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York per day.

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

    Currently priced at $902, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Cape Town to New York and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $920 and $935, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 16% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $484. Qatar Airways flights start at $548 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $615 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Cape Town to New York are Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Cape Town Intl - Newark and Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to New York

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to New York. 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 June 12, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$871Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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