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$574+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Newark (EWR)

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — EWR
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Newark are usually found in October or November, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Newark (EWR). 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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$931
(Delta)

One-way from

$574
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,483

Good round-trip deal

$977 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,002 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/221:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 1/2610:00 am
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/13$807
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/29:30 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop26h 01m
Delta
Mon 2/165:59 pm
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop18h 16m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$931
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 6/28:05 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop21h 02m
Delta
Fri 9/257:59 pm
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop39h 51m
Delta
Deal found 1/15$934
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/29:30 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop20h 24m
Delta
Tue 2/176:00 am
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$942
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/23:20 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops30h 35m
KLM
Tue 2/1711:49 am
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops27h 06m
KLM
Deal found 1/15$945
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/147:55 am
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop38h 00m
Delta
Sat 1/242:30 pm
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop21h 45m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$947
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/23:20 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops30h 35m
KLM
Mon 2/163:58 pm
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops22h 57m
KLM
Deal found 1/13$948
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/167:55 am
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop38h 00m
Delta
Wed 2/411:54 am
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop24h 21m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$953

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Newark 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Newark

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

9:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Newark

Sun 3/8

6:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$932

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

9:30 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop22h 28m

Newark

Tue 2/17

9:47 am-9:55 pm

2 stops29h 08m

$941

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

9:30 pm-10:54 am

1 stop20h 24m

Newark

Mon 2/16

3:58 pm-5:50 am

2 stops30h 52m

$941

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/26

9:30 pm-12:59 am

1 stop33h 29m

Newark

Sat 12/5

5:05 pm-5:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

$942

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

2:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Newark

Sun 3/22

1:17 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 38m

$961

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

3:20 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Newark

Mon 2/16

7:00 pm-5:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

$977

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

8:05 pm-10:42 am

1 stop20h 37m

Newark

Thu 6/11

7:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$981

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/14

4:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Newark

Wed 6/10

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 25m

$1,001

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/6

7:55 am-2:55 pm

1 stop38h 00m

Newark

Sun 3/15

6:05 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$1,027

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/4

7:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Mon 9/28

7:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,028

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Newark

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 Cape Town to Newark in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Newark Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Newark Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Newark Airport 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 Cape Town-Newark Airport 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 Cape Town to Newark

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Newark from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Newark. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Newark Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport (average of $817). Flying from Cape Town to Newark Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,024). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 15, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for Cape Town to Newark Airport flights

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

At CPT, security lines are manageable, but allow extra time for exit passport control during peak hours.

Read more about CPTBy John Walton
EWR

For a smooth arrival at EWR, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a quick connection to NYC.

Read more about EWRBy Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on CPT

John Walton

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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Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated January 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Cape Town to Newark Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,163 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Newark. 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 Newark?

    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 Newark. 1 airline have flights from Cape Town Intl to Newark on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to Newark should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Newark per day.

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

    The Cape Town Intl to Newark flight path was viewed by 17 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 Cape Town to Newark Airport?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport can take about 33h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $932. The distance between Cape Town and Newark Airport is about 7820 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Newark Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Newark Airport round-trip from $960. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Newark Airport for 16% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Newark Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $787. Ethiopian Air flights start at $796 while deals on United Airlines start at $986 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $790. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Newark) can be booked for $834 on average, our data indicates $2,318 when flying from Cape Town to Newark Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport (average of $817). Flying from Cape Town to Newark Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,024). 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 airline flying from Cape Town to Newark

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cape Town to Newark. 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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