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£313 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town

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Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town (NYC-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from New York to Cape Town

Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
British Airways Logo
23:20 - 08:05JFK-CPT
25h 45m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 17:15CPT-JFK
29h 20m1 stop
£792British Airways
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Wed, 15 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:20 - 22:00JFK-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 15:55CPT-JFK
34h 25m1 stop
£804Norse Atlantic UK
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Sat, 4 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:20 - 22:00JFK-CPT
21h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
00:30 - 15:55CPT-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
£807Norse Atlantic UK
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Sun, 11 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:05 - 10:00JFK-CPT
32h 55m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 15:55CPT-JFK
34h 25m1 stop
£812Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, 3 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:40 - 11:50JFK-CPT
33h 10m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 17:45CPT-JFK
31h 30m1 stop
£813Turkish Airlines
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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
British Airways Logo
21:35 - 08:05JFK-CPT
27h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
18:55 - 17:15CPT-JFK
29h 20m1 stop
£829British Airways
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Mon, 12 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:05 - 06:45JFK-CPT
29h 40m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 - 15:55CPT-JFK
34h 25m1 stop
£838Norse Atlantic UK
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Sun, 12 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
18:20 - 21:45JFK-CPT
21h 25m1 stop
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
23:55 - 15:55CPT-JFK
22h 00m1 stop
£838Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:40 - 11:50JFK-CPT
33h 10m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 22:25CPT-JFK
36h 10m1 stop
£857Turkish Airlines
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Thu, 16 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Delta Logo
16:30 - 21:30JFK-CPT
23h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
21:30 - 17:43CPT-JFK
27h 13m1 stop
£1,023Delta
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Everything you should know

Our travellers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
For a smooth departure from EWR, arrive early.
Consider renting a car at CPT for convenient travel.
Expert advice
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 12% price drop
December
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
£792
Overall average: £919
British Airways
Mon 3/11Sun 9/11
JFK - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£313
Typical prices: £610-829
Norse Atlantic UK
Mon 17/11
JFK - CPT • 1 stop
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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Cape Town

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airports
EWR

For a smooth departure from EWR, arrive early due to long security lines. Check wait times on the airport website before heading out.

Read more about EWRby Stefanie Waldek
CPT

Upon arrival at CPT, consider renting a car for convenient travel. Major rental agencies are open 24/7 near the terminal.

Read more about CPTby Daniel Scheffler
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on EWR

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on CPT

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from New York to Cape Town?

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Cape Town is April, where tickets cost £961 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,398 and £1,205 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Cape Town, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York to Cape Town

Low seasonJuly
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (27% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New York to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Cape Town

  • Is Cape Town International Airport (CPT) wheelchair-accessible?

    Yes. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is accessible for reduced mobility travelers. It provides wheelchair lifts, ramps, and adapted toilets. It also provides dedicated parking facilities for disabled travelers. If you need extra assistance, inform your airline before your flight.

  • Does CPT have a lounge?

    Yes. CPT offers lounges that you can pay at the door to access. They include two Bidvest Premier Lounge for domestic and international flights. Airline lounges at the airport include SAA Voyager Platinum Lounge and the Emirates Lounge for British Airways. They are both found on the Airside of the terminal.

  • Which facilities does CPT offer?

    CPT offers various facilities for travelers, including a post office, mobile phone rental, children’s play area, baby care facilities, fitness centers, and food and drinking concessions. It also provides an information desk, luggage storage facilities, ATMs, mobile charging outlets, cash machines, and currency exchange kiosks.

  • How do I get from CPT to the city center?

    CPT offers MyCiti Bus at the transportation plaza, accessible from the arrivals and departure halls. You can find it opposite the Central Terminal building. You can also opt for taxis with a taxi stand in the airport's Arrivals area.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Cape Town was £425 for a one-way ticket and £1,074 for a return.

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

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

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

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

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

    You can catch a direct flight from New York to Cape Town on on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

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

    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 New York to Cape Town.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from New York 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 New York to Cape Town?

    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 Cape Town with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

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

    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 Cape Town from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Cape Town

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has six terminals. Terminal 1 has 11 gates and is the oldest terminal in the airport. Terminal 2 is also known as Delta Terminal as it is a hub for Delta Airlines. Terminal 4 operates most international arrival flights, while Terminal 5 is mainly used by Jet Blue. Terminal 7 is used by British Airways, while Terminal 8 is the largest terminal with two concourses.
  • You can get transfers between JFK terminals via an AirTrain System, which operates at every terminal. It operates every 2 to 5min. La Guardia Airport (LGA) operates a courtesy shuttle bus between terminals A, B, C, and D every 10min at the parking lots and car rental points.
  • If you are traveling with a baby, JFK has baby care facilities. The nursing rooms are available at T1 near Gate 1 on the airside, T2 near Gate C70, and T4. T5 houses one near Gates 1, 12, and 27, while in T7, it is near Gate 10. At T8, there are nursing rooms near Gate 14, 42, and the hallway on the third floor. At Newark International Airport (EWR), you can find nursing pods at A1, A2, and A3 of Terminal A, Terminal B at B1 Gate B47, B2 after the TSA checkpoint on the left, and B3 after TSA before the bathrooms. There are also nursing pods at Terminal C on C1, C2, and C3.
  • If you need food or drinks, JFK offers some food concessions. Terminal 1 houses a Dunkin Donuts on the airside and Terminal 4 houses a McDonald's on the airside. LGA features food concessions and has over 20 restaurants and food courts in Level 4 of Terminal B.
  • JFK offers several money services facilities throughout the airport. Each terminal has ATMs on the land side and the air side. The airport also provides several foreign exchange services on the facility. EWR offers Travelex, VISA, AllPoint, FCU, and Simple ATMs. The airport also provides currency exchange services at Terminal C3 in the International Departures Area.

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