What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Cape Town Intl?

Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cape Town Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

C$ 634 Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 2,109 to C$ 2,767. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 1,241.

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6:20 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.JFK-CPT

20h 35m1 stop

12:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK

21h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,241Norse Atlantic UK

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Fri, 3 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct

6:20 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.JFK-CPT

21h 25m1 stop

12:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK

21h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,317Norse Atlantic UK

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Sun, 5 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct

7:05 p.m. - 6:45 a.m.JFK-CPT

29h 40m1 stop

12:30 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK

34h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,336Norse Atlantic UK

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Mon, 27 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov

7:30 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.JFK-CPT

33h 30m1 stop

6:55 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.CPT-JFK

29h 10m1 stop

C$ 1,370British Airways

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Sun, 7 Sep - Thu, 25 Sep

8:40 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.JFK-CPT

32h 30m1 stop

8:55 p.m. - 7:35 p.m.CPT-JFK

29h 40m1 stop

C$ 1,388British Airways

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Fri, 28 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec

1:45 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.JFK-CPT

41h 55m2 stops

2:30 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.CPT-JFK

23h 05m2 stops

C$ 1,413Kenya Airways

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Sun, 7 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

12:50 p.m. - 11:50 a.m.JFK-CPT

41h 00m1 stop

4:35 p.m. - 10:55 a.m.CPT-JFK

24h 20m1 stop

C$ 1,414Turkish Airlines

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Tue, 12 Aug - Thu, 18 Sep

12:35 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.JFK-CPT

29h 15m1 stop

4:35 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.CPT-JFK

41h 55m1 stop

C$ 1,428Turkish Airlines

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Sun, 7 Sep - Thu, 11 Sep

1:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.JFK-CPT

42h 00m2 stops

2:30 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.CPT-JFK

23h 05m2 stops

C$ 1,432Kenya Airways

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Mon, 8 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

1:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.JFK-CPT

42h 00m2 stops

7:00 a.m. - 7:35 a.m.CPT-JFK

30h 35m2 stops

C$ 1,577

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Mon, 8 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep

Norse Atlantic UK flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Norse Atlantic UK deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets

Norse Atlantic UK

3 Oct

JFK6:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 35m

1 stop

CPT8:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl

16 Oct

CPT12:30 a.m.Cape Town Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

JFK3:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,241

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Norse Atlantic UK

5 Oct

JFK6:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

CPT9:45 p.m.Cape Town Intl

18 Oct

CPT12:30 a.m.Cape Town Intl

21h 25m

1 stop

JFK3:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,317

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Norse Atlantic UK

27 Oct

JFK7:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 40m

1 stop

CPT6:45 a.m.Cape Town Intl

6 Nov

CPT12:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl

34h 25m

1 stop

JFK3:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,336

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British Airways flights from New York to Cape Town

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British Airways

7 Sep

JFK7:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:00 a.m.Cape Town Intl

25 Sep

CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl

29h 10m

1 stop

JFK6:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,370

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British Airways

28 Nov

JFK8:40 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

CPT12:10 p.m.Cape Town Intl

7 Dec

CPT8:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl

29h 40m

1 stop

JFK7:35 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,388

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British Airways

31 Aug

JFK11:10 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 50m

1 stop

CPT11:00 a.m.Cape Town Intl

17 Sep

CPT6:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

JFK10:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,389

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Cape Town

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 1,840. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in March, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during February average around C$ 1,864.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Cape Town when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 1,479. Flying to Cape Town at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are C$ 1,866 on average. Flights to Cape Town from New York in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around C$ 1,905 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from New York for as low as C$ 1,595 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Cape Town Intl flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap New York to Cape Town (NYC to CPT) flight deals and tips

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Best price found	C$ 634
Fastest flight time	20h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is C$ 634. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,241.

The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 20h 05m

There are no direct flights from New York to Cape Town. Popular non-direct route for this connection is New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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How far is New York to Cape Town Intl by plane?
New York and Cape Town Intl are 12558.4 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 20h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Cape Town, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 96.15% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777 with 2.56%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 0.64%, and Airbus A350-900 with 0.64%.

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