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$513+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York State

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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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 November 20, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/238:30 amCPT - JFK
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Tue 2/185:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop20h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/19$883
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/238:30 amCPT - JFK
1 stop21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/185:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$898
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 11/257:50 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop27h 50mSWISS
Mon 12/29:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop41h 55mSWISS
Deal found 11/19$929
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 11/257:50 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop31h 40mSWISS
Mon 12/210:05 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop40h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/18$932
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/282:25 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 12/21:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop24h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/19$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 11/258:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/26:05 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop33h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$966
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/238:30 amCPT - JFK
2 stops35h 15mAir France
Tue 2/189:30 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 00mAir France
Deal found 11/19$967
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/281:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops36h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/210:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$967
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/1611:59 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops26h 11mKLM
Thu 1/165:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop20h 40mKLM
Deal found 11/20$999
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Thu 11/218:50 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 11/256:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,052
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/238:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/3010:05 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,055
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 11/268:50 pmCPT - LGA
1 stop33h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/31:15 pmLGA - CPT
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,063

Find flights from Cape Town to New York within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/13

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 3/17

11:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$818

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

9:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Newark

Sun 3/2

10:05 pm-10:55 am

1 stop29h 50m

$842

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

9:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop35h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/2

9:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$854

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

8:50 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops33h 09m

Newark

Sun 3/2

9:29 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$855

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

3:20 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/10

9:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop41h 55m

$861

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

11:20 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop27h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/10

12:24 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$881

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

2:25 pm-6:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/6

1:45 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop40h 10m

$914

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/1

6:05 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Newark

Fri 2/28

10:00 pm-7:20 am

2 stops26h 20m

$953

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

5:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/9

12:10 am-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$960

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/13

5:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Newark

Sun 3/16

1:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$972

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to New York

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

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 November 20, 2024.

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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and SWISS 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.
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Very good
3,486 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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Very good
3,486 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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?

    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?

    $513 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 $529 and $596, 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$839Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$867Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$920Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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