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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from C$ 685

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Delta Logo
2:30 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
24h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 p.m. - 9:57 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
31h 27m1 stop
C$ 1,929Delta
Sat, 31 Jan - Fri, 27 Feb
Delta Logo
10:00 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
26h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 p.m. - 1:48 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
23h 18m1 stop
C$ 1,933Delta
Sat, 10 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
SWISS Logo
9:00 p.m. - 10:50 a.m.
JFK
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CPT
30h 50m1 stop
SWISS Logo
3:55 p.m. - 1:05 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
28h 10m2 stops
C$ 1,940SWISS
Sat, 31 Jan - Sun, 1 Mar
SWISS Logo
9:00 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.
JFK
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CPT
27h 40m2 stops
SWISS Logo
3:55 p.m. - 1:05 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
28h 10m2 stops
C$ 1,975SWISS
Tue, 27 Jan - Wed, 4 Mar
Delta Logo
10:00 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
26h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:00 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
CPT
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JFK
34h 35m1 stop
C$ 1,978Delta
Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
Delta Logo
12:59 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
26h 56m2 stops
Delta Logo
8:05 p.m. - 12:45 a.m.
CPT
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JFK
34h 40m1 stop
C$ 1,998Delta
Sat, 14 Mar - Fri, 10 Apr
British Airways Logo
8:05 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
21h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
6:55 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
26h 00m2 stops
C$ 2,007British Airways
Wed, 31 Dec - Tue, 13 Jan
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:20 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
20h 45m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
27h 30m1 stop
C$ 2,009Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 8 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
SWISS Logo
9:00 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.
JFK
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CPT
27h 40m2 stops
SWISS Logo
9:25 a.m. - 1:05 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
34h 40m1 stop
C$ 2,024SWISS
Mon, 2 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
Delta Logo
8:59 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
JFK
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CPT
27h 16m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
CPT
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JFK
28h 00m1 stop
C$ 2,064Delta
Mon, 5 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan

Delta flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best Delta deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
Delta
31 Jan
JFK2:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 25m
2 stops
CPT9:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
27 Feb
CPT9:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
31h 27m
1 stop
JFK9:57 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,929
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Delta
10 Jan
JFK10:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT7:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
23 Jan
CPT9:30 p.m.Cape Town Intl
23h 18m
1 stop
JFK1:48 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,933
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Delta
10 Jan
JFK10:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT7:15 p.m.Cape Town Intl
17 Jan
CPT8:00 a.m.Cape Town Intl
34h 35m
1 stop
JFK11:35 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,978
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SWISS flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best SWISS deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
SWISS
31 Jan
JFK9:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 50m
1 stop
CPT10:50 a.m.Cape Town Intl
1 Mar
CPT3:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
28h 10m
2 stops
JFK1:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,940
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SWISS
27 Jan
JFK9:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 40m
2 stops
CPT7:40 a.m.Cape Town Intl
4 Mar
CPT3:55 p.m.Cape Town Intl
28h 10m
2 stops
JFK1:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,975
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SWISS
2 Feb
JFK9:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 40m
2 stops
CPT7:40 a.m.Cape Town Intl
27 Feb
CPT9:25 a.m.Cape Town Intl
34h 40m
1 stop
JFK1:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 2,024
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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/1

2:30 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops24h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

9:30 p.m.-9:57 p.m.

1 stop31h 27m

C$ 1,929

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/1

10:00 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

9:30 p.m.-1:48 p.m.

1 stop23h 18m

C$ 1,933

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/1

9:00 p.m.-10:50 a.m.

1 stop30h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

3:55 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops28h 10m

C$ 1,940

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 27/1

9:00 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

2 stops27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

3:55 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops28h 10m

C$ 1,975

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/1

10:00 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/1

8:00 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

1 stop34h 35m

C$ 1,978

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

12:59 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops26h 56m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/4

8:05 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

1 stop34h 40m

C$ 1,998

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 31/12

8:05 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/1

6:55 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

2 stops26h 00m

C$ 2,007

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/1

8:20 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

9:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 2,009

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

9:00 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

2 stops27h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/2

9:25 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop34h 40m

C$ 2,024

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/1

8:59 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops27h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 18/1

9:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 00m

C$ 2,064

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from New York, with most prices found around C$ 1,848. If you’re not able to fly to Cape Town in November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Cape Town during February average around C$ 1,862.

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$ 1,489. 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$ 1,878 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$ 1,847 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$ 1,615 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Cape Town flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

C$ 1,556

Fastest flight time

41h 55m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from New York in the past 72 hours is C$ 1,556. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,806.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 41h 55m
There are no direct flights from New York to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Cape Town.
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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 41h 55m 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?

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