Question 1

How long does a flight from Cape Town to New York take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights take on average 15h 30m to travel the 7,813 miles between Cape Town and New York. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Cape Town and New York per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Cape Town and lands in New York, with an average flight time of 15h 30m. The most common departure time is 19:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Cape Town and New York per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Cape Town and lands in New York, with an average flight time of 15h 30m. The most common departure time is 19:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to New York was £664 for a one-way ticket and £866 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/New-York-NYC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

When flying out of Cape Town you will be using Cape Town Intl. You will be landing at one of these airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/New-York-NYC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the earliest departure time from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Cape Town at 19:50 and will be landing in New York at 05:20.

Question 7

What’s the latest departure time from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Cape Town to New York jets off at 19:50 and lands at 05:20.

Question 8

Which airlines fly direct between Cape Town and New York?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Cape Town to New York direct and that is United Airlines. The best return deal found from United Airlines for the route is £1,212.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct between Cape Town and New York?

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Cape Town to New York direct and that is United Airlines. The best return deal found from United Airlines for the route is £1,212.

Question 10

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cape Town to New York flight route.

Question 11

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cape Town to New York flight route.

Question 12

Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Cape Town and New York.

Question 13

On which days can I fly direct from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

You can catch a direct flight from Cape Town to New York on on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to New York is February, where tickets cost £712 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £899 and £892 respectively.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to New York is February, where tickets cost £712 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £899 and £892 respectively.

Question 16

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to New York. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/New-York-NYC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/New-York-NYC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/New-York-NYC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT/New-York-NYC'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average price of £849 for a return.

Question 21

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

London (LHR) is the top choice – 67% of KAYAK users who clicked on one-stop flights from Cape Town to New York picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 22

Which stopover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Atlanta (ATL) often has the shortest stopovers from Cape Town to New York, with an average time of 1h 45m.

Question 23

Which stopover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Atlanta (ATL) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 20h 31m.

Question 24

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Cape Town and New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 25

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Cape Town and New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Cape Town to New York were found on Virgin Atlantic (£639) and Delta (£687).

Question 27

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Cape Town to New York were found on Virgin Atlantic (£639) and Delta (£687).

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to New York costs £595 on the route between Cape Town (CPT) and Newark Airport (EWR). It is also the most popular route.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to New York costs £595 on the route between Cape Town (CPT) and Newark Airport (EWR). It is also the most popular route.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 32

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £678 on average.

Question 33

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Cape Town to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £678 on average.

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

The cheapest return flight from Cape Town to New York costs £595 on the route between Cape Town (CPT) and Newark Airport (EWR). It is also the most popular route.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to New York is February, where tickets cost £712 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £899 and £892 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Cape Town to New York?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £678 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cape Town to New York?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Cape Town to New York were found on Virgin Atlantic (£639) and Delta (£687).

Which airlines fly direct between Cape Town and New York?

There is just one airline that flies from Cape Town to New York direct and that is United Airlines. The best return deal found from United Airlines for the route is £1,212.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to New York?

London (LHR) is the top choice – 67% of KAYAK users who clicked on one-stop flights from Cape Town to New York picked an itinerary connecting there.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cape Town to New York?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average price of £849 for a return.

Which stopover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Cape Town to New York?

Consider flying via Atlanta (ATL) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 20h 31m.

Which stopover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Cape Town to New York?

If you prefer a quick connection, Atlanta (ATL) often has the shortest stopovers from Cape Town to New York, with an average time of 1h 45m.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Cape Town and New York?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Cape Town and New York per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Cape Town and lands in New York, with an average flight time of 15h 30m. The most common departure time is 19:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 3 flights.

How long does a flight from Cape Town to New York take?

Direct flights take on average 15h 30m to travel the 7,813 miles between Cape Town and New York.

What’s the earliest departure time from Cape Town to New York?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Cape Town at 19:50 and will be landing in New York at 05:20.

What’s the latest departure time from Cape Town to New York?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Cape Town to New York jets off at 19:50 and lands at 05:20.

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

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to New York was £664 for a one-way ticket and £866 for a return.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to New York?

When flying out of Cape Town you will be using Cape Town Intl. You will be landing at one of these airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cape Town to New York?

Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cape Town to New York flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to New York?

The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cape Town to New York flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Cape Town to New York?

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Cape Town and New York.

On which days can I fly direct from Cape Town to New York?

You can catch a direct flight from Cape Town to New York on on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to New York?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to New York.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to New York?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to New York?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to New York?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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