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$556+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York State

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CPT — JFK
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to New York flight deals. Data was last updated April 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$924
(Delta)

One-way from

$556
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,015
Provider with most accurate pricing for Cape Town Intl-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From Cape Town Intl to New York
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/208:05 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop30h 15mDelta
Fri 5/307:15 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/16$924
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/2211:15 pmCPT - LGA
2 stops26h 15mDelta
Wed 6/412:59 pmLGA - CPT
2 stops26h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/16$931
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/142:30 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 10/191:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/16$953
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/2211:15 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 52mDelta
Fri 5/303:00 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops24h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/16$980
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Thu 5/224:35 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/312:30 amEWR - CPT
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$985
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Wed 5/281:00 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 6/1110:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$987
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Wed 5/286:25 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops24h 51mKLM
Wed 6/115:30 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 4/16$999
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Wed 5/286:25 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops24h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1110:20 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,007
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Fri 8/16:55 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop27h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 8/159:30 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop31h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,044
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Tue 10/141:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/199:45 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops33h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/16$1,066
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Thu 5/227:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/48:10 pmEWR - CPT
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,067
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Thu 6/196:55 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/44:00 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops37h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,072

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to New York 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 April 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/20

8:05 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/30

10:08 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$924

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

11:15 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops28h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/30

1:59 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$931

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

11:15 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops25h 52m

Newark

Fri 5/30

3:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$980

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

4:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Newark

Tue 6/3

12:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

$985

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/28

1:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/11

10:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 50m

$987

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/28

6:25 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops24h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/11

5:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$999

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/28

6:25 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops24h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/11

10:20 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,007

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/22

7:50 pm-5:05 am

Nonstop15h 15m

Newark

Wed 6/4

8:10 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop15h 00m

$1,067

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/19

6:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/4

4:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops37h 00m

$1,072

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/6

2:35 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Newark

Fri 10/31

10:55 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,076

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 NY?

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 April 16, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to State of New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 State of 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 State of 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 State of 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 April 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from Cape Town to New York to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New York from Cape Town.

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

    $556 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $569 and $613, respectively.

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

  • 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 State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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