US$521️ Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town (2024)

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Find cheap one-way flights from New York to Cape Town starting at CNY 521.

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Cheapest airlines flights from New York to Cape Town

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Saudia

From US$482

Spirit Airlines

From US$556

EgyptAir

From US$598

Frontier Airlines

From US$621

Kenya Airways

From US$621

Norse Atlantic Airways

From US$658

French Bee Airlines

From US$665

Jetblue Airways

From US$668

American Airlines

From US$696

United Airlines

From US$706

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Find cheap flights from New York to Cape Town by different airports

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? Check out these alternative flights from New York to Cape Town.

Cheapest
JFK
11:00
39h 15m
2 transfer
CPT
08:15
John F. Kennedy International Airport - Cape Town International Airport
Fri, Apr 26Saudia
US$482
EWR
17:30
35h 20m
2 transfer
CPT
10:50
Newark Liberty International Airport - Cape Town International Airport
Tue, May 7Spirit Airlines
US$556
LGA
10:50
48h 25m
2 transfer
CPT
17:15
New York LaGuardia Airport - Cape Town International Airport
Mon, Apr 29Frontier Airlines
US$621
LGA
10:50
48h 25m
2 transfer
CPT
17:15
New York LaGuardia Airport - Cape Town International Airport
Mon, Apr 29Frontier Airlines
US$621
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Frequently Asked Questions

When are flight tickets from New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT) the cheapest?
Airlines adjust prices for flights from New York to Cape Town based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much do flights from New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT) cost?
According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $1,452.
How long does it take to fly from New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT) and what is the distance?
It takes around 14 hours 45 minutes to fly from New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT).
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cape Town?
- The distance from Cape Town International Airport to downtown is about 17km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT)?
Airlines with flights from New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT): United Airlines.

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New York to Cape Town Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price	$520
Cheapest round-trip ticket price	$1,330
Off-season for travel	April
Peak season for travel	July
Flight distance	12,581.8km
Average flight time	14 hours 45 minutes
Popular airline	Ethiopian Airlines