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$652+ 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CPT
mar. 1 — mar. 81
sáb. 3/1
sáb. 3/8
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Newark to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 febrero 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$769
(oojo)

One-way from

$662
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,393

Good round-trip deal

$1,434 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,128 or less
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Cape Town
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 febrero 24, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
vie. 5/910:55 amEWR - CPT
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
dom. 5/181:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/23$768
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/107:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
lun. 3/1710:00 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop23h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/24$912
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/1210:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/1710:00 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$937
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/59:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
lun. 3/1710:00 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop23h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/24$978
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
lun. 3/241:30 amEWR - CPT
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
mar. 4/14:35 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/23$990
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
mié. 2/265:40 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops31h 00mSWISS
mié. 3/511:55 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop27h 35mSWISS
Deal found 2/23$1,272

Find flights from Newark to Cape Town within your budget

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 febrero 24, 2025.

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NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

vie. 5/9

10:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 5/18

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$768

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

lun. 3/10

7:35 pm-8:00 am

1 stop30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/17

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$912

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

mié. 3/12

10:35 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/17

10:00 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops28h 17m

$937

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

mié. 3/5

9:35 pm-10:20 am

1 stop29h 45m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/17

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$978

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

lun. 3/24

1:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 4/1

4:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop36h 00m

$990

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

dom. 3/9

8:40 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/24

7:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,335

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

mar. 3/11

6:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/19

11:55 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,353

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

dom. 3/9

8:40 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop14h 20m

Cape Town Intl

lun. 3/24

7:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,363

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

mar. 3/4

10:13 am-10:40 am

2 stops41h 27m

$652

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

vie. 3/28

11:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$729

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Newark Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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Travel insights for flights from Newark to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Newark to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 33 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 febrero 24, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Newark Airport to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 febrero 24, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and SWISS from New York to Cape Town 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
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,174 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,567 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,742 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,815 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Newark to Cape Town. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cape Town Intl from Newark; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Newark per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Cape Town airport from Newark. It is only a 9.7 mi journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city center.

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

    The Newark to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $769. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $912 and $982, respectively. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Cape Town for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $729. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Newark Airport to Cape Town for a low price.

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

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town is generally $3,172, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,118. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $768 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Newark Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 6 airlines flying from Newark to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Newark to Cape Town. 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 febrero 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$789Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,183Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,313Average$1,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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