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$576+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York, NY (NYC)

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.
CPT — NYC
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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Tue 1/28
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The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 (NYC). 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 January 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$747
(SWISS)

One-way from

$576
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$918
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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 January 16, 2025.

This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/37:50 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop31h 40mSWISS
Tue 2/256:45 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop20h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/16$747
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/49:30 amCPT - EWR
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/116:45 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$772
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/49:30 amCPT - EWR
1 stop34h 15mLufthansa
Tue 11/185:00 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop31h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$777
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/111:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/1711:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/16$830
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:50 pmCPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/228:25 pmEWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$836
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/308:00 pmCPT - LGA
1 stop20h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/2511:20 amLGA - CPT
1 stop22h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$847
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/29:00 amCPT - JFK
1 stop35h 05mSWISS
Sun 2/169:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 55mSWISS
Deal found 1/16$857
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/49:15 pmCPT - LGA
2 stops22h 36mDelta
Mon 2/243:00 pmLGA - CPT
1 stop21h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/16$869
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 2/149:15 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop22h 44mDelta
Mon 2/246:00 amJFK - CPT
1 stop30h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/16$869
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/69:30 amCPT - JFK
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/184:25 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$875
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 1/208:05 amCPT - EWR
2 stops61h 23mDelta
Sun 2/27:05 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop40h 55mDelta
Deal found 1/16$879
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/411:20 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops26h 14mKLM
Wed 2/194:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop21h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/16$886

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 January 16, 2025.

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

7:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Newark

Tue 2/25

6:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$747

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

9:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop40h 35m

Newark

Tue 2/11

6:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$772

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

6:30 pm-11:40 am

2 stops24h 10m

Newark

Tue 2/11

8:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops31h 45m

$805

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/11

1:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 3/17

11:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$830

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

Newark

Mon 2/24

3:08 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$840

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

8:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/24

2:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$847

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 2/16

9:00 pm-10:55 am

1 stop30h 55m

$857

Cape TownNew York

CPT - LGA

CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

9:15 pm-12:51 pm

2 stops22h 36m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/24

3:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$869

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/14

9:15 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop22h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$869

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/6

9:30 am-3:40 pm

1 stop37h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/18

4:25 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$875

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to New York

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 New York in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-New York 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 Cape Town-New York 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 New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to New York. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to 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 NYC?

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 January 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

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 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 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 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 January 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines from Cape Town to New York 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
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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?

    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 New York. 3 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to New York round-trip?

    Currently priced at $747, SWISS will fly you from Cape Town to New York and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $805 and $830, respectively. Users have found that SWISS is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $576. Qatar Airways flights start at $732 while deals on Delta start at $787 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Cape Town to New York are Cape Town Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Cape Town Intl - New York LaGuardia and Cape Town Intl - Newark.

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$871Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$920Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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