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$558+ 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (USNY). 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$820
(oojo)

One-way from

$558
(Kenya Airways)
From Cape Town Intl to New York
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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 December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/308:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/128:40 pmEWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$840
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1810:00 amCPT - JFK
1 stop36h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 1/156:30 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/16$994
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/289:30 amCPT - EWR
2 stops33h 10mLufthansa
Sun 1/128:40 pmEWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$1,023
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/183:20 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/158:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/178:30 amCPT - JFK
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Wed 1/1510:30 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops25h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,093
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:59 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop26h 21mKLM
Sun 1/125:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop20h 40mKLM
Deal found 12/17$1,105
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:30 amCPT - EWR
1 stop37h 10mDelta
Sun 1/126:00 amEWR - CPT
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:45 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/158:40 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,264
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/307:50 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops25h 50mSWISS
Sun 1/129:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$1,265
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Thu 12/2611:00 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop38h 35mKenya Airways
Thu 1/27:00 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,302
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/288:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop16h 00mAirlink
Sun 1/128:55 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop28h 35mAirlink
Deal found 12/17$1,419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/318:50 pmCPT - LGA
1 stop19h 53mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/92:50 pmLGA - CPT
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,534

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/9

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Wed 2/26

10:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$820

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/30

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Sun 1/12

8:40 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 20m

$840

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

9:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Newark

Mon 2/10

10:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop40h 50m

$866

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/20

9:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops45h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/27

2:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$870

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/29

11:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/10

9:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop41h 55m

$870

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

11:35 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop23h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/24

8:35 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$874

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

11:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Newark

Mon 4/21

2:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$874

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/22

8:05 am-11:38 am

1 stop34h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/4

5:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$881

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

6:05 am-3:40 pm

2 stops40h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/2

9:00 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$883

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

9:15 pm-10:46 am

1 stop20h 31m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/4

1:29 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$886

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to New York

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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 December 18, 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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air France 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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?

    $558 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 Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $593 and $605, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Cape Town Intl - Newark or Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia, Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to New York. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$848Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$867Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$920Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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