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Cheap flights from New York to Cape Town from £486

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Cape Town departing on 18/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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00:35 - 11:50JFK-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
16:35 - 10:55CPT-JFK
24h 20m1 stop
£785Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 21 Apr - Wed, 14 May
00:35 - 11:50JFK-CPT
29h 15m1 stop
16:35 - 10:55CPT-JFK
24h 20m1 stop
£789Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 21 Apr - Wed, 14 May
19:00 - 08:00JFK-CPT
30h 00m1 stop
22:00 - 19:35CPT-JFK
28h 35m1 stop
£909American Airlines
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Mon, 30 Dec - Fri, 17 Jan
22:30 - 12:10JFK-CPT
30h 40m1 stop
18:45 - 11:40CPT-JFK
23h 55m1 stop
£911American Airlines
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Mon, 2 Dec - Sun, 8 Dec
20:40 - 12:10JFK-CPT
32h 30m1 stop
22:00 - 12:40CPT-JFK
21h 40m1 stop
£1,002British Airways
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Sun, 12 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
08:05 - 12:10JFK-CPT
21h 05m1 stop
22:00 - 12:40CPT-JFK
21h 40m1 stop
£1,008British Airways
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Sun, 19 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan
16:30 - 19:00JFK-CPT
19h 30m1 stop
21:15 - 11:18CPT-JFK
21h 03m1 stop
£1,046Delta
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Thu, 6 Feb - Sun, 16 Feb
12:24 - 19:00JFK-CPT
23h 36m1 stop
21:15 - 16:00CPT-JFK
25h 45m2 stops
£1,050Delta
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Thu, 30 Jan - Fri, 7 Feb
17:30 - 07:40JFK-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
18:30 - 13:55CPT-JFK
26h 25m1 stop
£1,099United Airlines
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Sun, 9 Feb - Sun, 16 Feb
17:30 - 07:40JFK-CPT
31h 10m1 stop
09:30 - 15:40CPT-JFK
37h 10m1 stop
£1,100United Airlines
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Fri, 28 Feb - Fri, 7 Mar
19:15 - 09:50JFK-CPT
32h 35m1 stop
£486Norse Atlantic UK
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Tue, 18 Mar
13:45 - 21:40JFK-CPT
24h 55m1 stop
£553Kenya Airways
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Wed, 27 Nov
13:45 - 08:30JFK-CPT
35h 45m2 stops
Wed, 27 Nov
21:00 - 12:55JFK-CPT
56h 55m3 stops
Wed, 27 Nov
01:30 - 10:30JFK-CPT
26h 00m1 stop
£740Qatar Airways
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Tue, 26 Nov
21:30 - 10:30JFK-CPT
30h 00m1 stop
£742Qatar Airways
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Wed, 20 Nov
01:30 - 10:35JFK-CPT
26h 05m1 stop
£794JetBlue
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Sun, 24 Nov
10:20 - 17:25JFK-CPT
24h 05m1 stop
£831JetBlue
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Sat, 30 Nov
02:00 - 06:30JFK-CPT
22h 30m1 stop
£911Delta
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Thu, 27 Mar
13:30 - 19:00JFK-CPT
22h 30m1 stop
£932Delta
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Thu, 5 Dec
00:10 - 12:00JFK-CPT
28h 50m1 stop
17:15 - 22:15CPT-JFK
36h 00m1 stop
£1,439Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 20 Nov - Tue, 26 Nov
15:45 - 13:00JFK-CPT
38h 15m2 stops
17:20 - 18:55CPT-JFK
32h 35m3 stops
£1,764Ethiopian Air
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Tue, 19 Nov - Wed, 4 Dec
01:00 - 21:30JFK-CPT
37h 30m2 stops
23:20 - 13:00CPT-JFK
44h 40m2 stops
£1,765Air France
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Mon, 18 Nov - Wed, 4 Dec
00:10 - 12:00JFK-CPT
28h 50m1 stop
17:15 - 22:15CPT-JFK
36h 00m1 stop
£7,428Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 20 Nov - Wed, 4 Dec
01:30 - 17:25JFK-CPT
32h 55m1 stop
12:40 - 08:00CPT-JFK
26h 20m1 stop
£9,380Qatar Airways
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Wed, 20 Nov - Thu, 5 Dec
01:30 - 17:25JFK-CPT
32h 55m1 stop
12:35 - 15:00CPT-JFK
33h 25m1 stop
£13,691Qatar Airways
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Wed, 20 Nov - Sun, 8 Dec

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines
21 Apr
JFK00:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
14 May
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JFK10:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
21 Apr
JFK00:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
14 May
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
JFK10:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
Turkish Airlines
28 Jan
JFK00:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
CPT12:00Cape Town Intl
10 Mar
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
36h 00m
1 stop
JFK23:15New York John F Kennedy Intl

American Airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to Cape Town flight tickets
American Airlines
30 Dec
JFK19:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 00m
1 stop
CPT08:00Cape Town Intl
17 Jan
CPT22:00Cape Town Intl
28h 35m
1 stop
JFK19:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
American Airlines
2 Dec
JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
CPT12:10Cape Town Intl
8 Dec
CPT18:45Cape Town Intl
23h 55m
1 stop
JFK11:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cape Town?

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cape Town from New York is February. The most expensive is December.

What is the cheapest day to depart New York for Cape Town?

Thursday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Thursday. The most expensive is usually Tuesday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Cape Town?

At midday. New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 36% more expensive in the afternoon than at midday

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

New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl. Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town Intl for the best New York - Cape Town flight prices

How far in advance should you book New York to Cape Town flights?

49 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from New York to Cape Town is approximately 49 days to departure

How many flights depart from New York to Cape Town on average per week?

As of November 2024, 3 flights take off from New York and land in Cape Town each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wednesday, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% 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 November 2024, prices for New York to Cape Town flights are approximately 0% more expensive 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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Best price found

£486

Fastest flight time

19h 30m

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 £486. The best return flight deal from New York to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £785.
The fastest flight from New York to Cape Town takes 19h 30m
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)

  • 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 19h 30m 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?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Cape Town?


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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Cape Town from New York.

Can I find flights from New York to Cape Town with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Cape Town from New York which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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