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$691+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — EWR
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Wed 8/12
Wed 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Newark are usually found in January or September, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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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 July 13, 2026.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/133:10 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 7/269:45 pm
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/11$972
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/113:10 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 7/249:45 pm
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops33h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/10$988
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 8/98:05 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop34h 53m
Delta
Sun 8/236:59 pm
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop40h 51m
Delta
Deal found 7/10$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Tue 10/208:05 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop20h 24m
Delta
Mon 11/210:25 am
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop25h 10m
Delta
Deal found 7/10$1,078
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 9/267:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 10/28:35 pm
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,092
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 7/117:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 7/248:25 pm
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,097
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Sat 8/17:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 8/98:25 pm
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,098
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 7/97:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 7/228:25 pm
EWR
-
CPT
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8$1,099

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Newark

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 July 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,050
(Delta)

One-way from

$691
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,120

Good round-trip deal

$1,081 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,024 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Newark Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/26

8:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

Sun 8/2

9:50 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop35h 30m

$1,104

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/7

8:00 pm-2:02 pm

1 stop24h 02m

Newark

Fri 8/14

7:13 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops38h 07m

$1,105

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/1

8:00 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop24h 04m

Newark

Wed 9/30

9:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop35h 50m

$1,109

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/3

7:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Wed 9/30

9:45 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$1,109
Quickest round-trip

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/31

8:50 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Sun 11/22

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,158

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/22

8:50 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Newark

Thu 12/31

10:25 am-6:35 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$1,160

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/17

2:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Newark

Mon 1/4

12:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$1,211

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/22

8:50 pm-11:04 am

1 stop21h 14m

Newark

Sat 1/2

5:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$1,243

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/3

5:55 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Newark

Fri 9/18

8:35 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop14h 35m

$1,308

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/8

5:55 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Newark

Sat 8/15

10:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$1,353

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Deals found on 7/9

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 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 Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Newark Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >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 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 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

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

Booking 42 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport (average of $1,026). Flying from Cape Town to Newark Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,590). 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 July 13, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Newark Airport?

The best insider tips for Cape Town to Newark Airport flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

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

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 July 13, 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
9,983 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,983 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,983 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

ROHIT,Jun 2026

IND - EWR

It should not be delayed by 2 hours. I missed the important event due to this

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 long is the flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport can take about 26h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,104. 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 $1,026. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Newark Airport for 10% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $864. While the most popular route (Cape Town Intl - Newark) can be booked for $1,003 on average, our data indicates $2,886 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Newark Airport (average of $1,026). Flying from Cape Town to Newark Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,590). 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 July 13, 2026.
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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