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

Kenya Airways and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cape Town Intl

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Prices for flights from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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.

£388 Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town in 2026

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 £1,380 to £1,080. The lowest price recently found on this route was £978.

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01:20 - 14:35

JFK

CPT

31h 15m

2 stops

19:30 - 16:40

CPT

JFK

27h 10m

1 stop

£978Qatar Airways

Sun, 31 May - Mon, 8 Jun

01:20 - 14:35

JFK

CPT

31h 15m

2 stops

19:30 - 22:30

CPT

JFK

33h 00m

1 stop

£981Qatar Airways

Sun, 31 May - Mon, 8 Jun

11:00 - 13:35

JFK

CPT

43h 35m

3 stops

14:25 - 09:00

CPT

JFK

49h 35m

3 stops

£982SAUDIA

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

01:20 - 19:55

JFK

CPT

36h 35m

2 stops

19:30 - 16:40

CPT

JFK

27h 10m

1 stop

£985Qatar Airways

Sun, 31 May - Mon, 8 Jun

01:20 - 19:55

JFK

CPT

36h 35m

2 stops

19:30 - 19:29

CPT

JFK

29h 59m

2 stops

£988Qatar Airways

Sun, 7 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun

01:20 - 17:20

JFK

CPT

34h 00m

2 stops

19:30 - 20:34

CPT

JFK

31h 04m

2 stops

£1,002Qatar Airways

Mon, 8 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun

06:50 - 11:50

JFK

CPT

23h 00m

1 stop

16:35 - 22:30

CPT

JFK

35h 55m

1 stop

£1,019Turkish Airlines

Mon, 17 Aug - Thu, 24 Sep

01:20 - 12:40

JFK

CPT

28h 20m

2 stops

18:55 - 19:15

CPT

JFK

31h 20m

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£1,019Qatar Airways

Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov

22:00 - 07:35

JFK

CPT

27h 35m

1 stop

09:25 - 13:05

CPT

JFK

34h 40m

1 stop

£1,035SWISS

Mon, 26 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

23:55 - 13:10

JFK

CPT

31h 15m

2 stops

07:00 - 08:50

CPT

JFK

31h 50m

2 stops

£1,044Qatar Airways

Mon, 8 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun

SAUDIA flights from New York to Cape Town

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SAUDIA

4 Nov

JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

43h 35m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

18 Nov

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

49h 35m

3 stops

JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£982

SAUDIA

30 Sept

JFK19:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 35m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

12 Oct

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

30h 20m

3 stops

JFK14:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,061

SAUDIA

2 Sept

JFK19:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 35m

3 stops

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

30 Nov

CPT14:25Cape Town Intl

49h 35m

3 stops

JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,169

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

17 Aug

JFK06:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

25 Sept

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

JFK10:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,019

Turkish Airlines

18 Aug

JFK19:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

24 Sept

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

35h 55m

1 stop

JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,044

Turkish Airlines

17 Aug

JFK06:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

28 Sept

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

JFK10:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

£1,048

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1 stop27h 10m

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01:20-14:35

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1 stop33h 00m

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11:00-13:35

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14:25-09:00

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£982

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Cape Town Intl

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19:30-16:40

1 stop27h 10m

£985

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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01:20-19:55

2 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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19:30-19:29

2 stops29h 59m

£988

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/6

01:20-17:20

2 stops34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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19:30-20:34

2 stops31h 04m

£1,002

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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06:50-11:50

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

16:35-22:30

1 stop35h 55m

£1,019

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/11

01:20-12:40

2 stops28h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/11

18:55-19:15

2 stops31h 20m

£1,019

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 26/10

22:00-07:35

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

09:25-13:05

1 stop34h 40m

£1,035

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/6

23:55-13:10

2 stops31h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

07:00-08:50

2 stops31h 50m

£1,044

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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?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Cape Town from New York during May instead. Flights to Cape Town in May, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around £413.

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New York 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 £1,061 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £808 on momondo.

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

As of May 2026, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 36h 00m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Cape Town

How far is New York to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York to Cape Town Intl is 7803.4 mi. Typically, this will take 36h 00m 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 updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, 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 92.99% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320neo with 2.55%, Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 2.55%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 0.64%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Cape Town is American Airlines (100% of total bookings).

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