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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,793. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.$1,650 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,650, select.

New York.$1,652 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,652, select.

New York.$1,654 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,654, select.

New York.$1,675 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,675, select.

New York.$1,676 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 20 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,676, select.

New York.$1,676 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 21 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,676, select.

New York.$1,678 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 6 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,678, select.

New York.$1,726 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,726, select.

New York.$1,737 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 6 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,737, select.

New York.$1,771 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in New York Newark.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,771, select.

New York.$1,788 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,788, select.

New York.$1,793 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 5 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,793, select.

New York.$1,798 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Mon, 28 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,798, select.

New York.$1,823 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,823, select.

New York.$1,826 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,826, select.

New York.$1,843 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Fri, 5 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,843, select.

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Cape Town to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,650
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	15 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to New York: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in New York?

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.

How much are return flights from Cape Town to New York?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to New York is $1,650. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to New York?

15 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to New York.

Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to New York?

United flies direct from Cape Town to New York.

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to New York?

As of April 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cape Town to New York.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to New York is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in New York?

If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $1,650.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to New York on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to New York on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to New York?

Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Cape Town Airport to New York?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to New York?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in New York?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to New York with?

Currently, Kenya Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to New York: what you need to know

New York is seven hours behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located. New York observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most traveled route, with three weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from CPT to EWR is with United Airlines at 20:50. Choose the first departure operated by United Airlines at 19:50 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your CPT to New York flight.
Travelling over a peak time like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Cape Town International Airport to New York ticket. Start your journey at CPT and end it at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to New York.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from CPT to New York. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Cape Town to CPT takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Cape Town International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT land on schedule 81% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to New York

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to New York flight is $906. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,650. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from CPT to New York, book your trip seven months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Cape Town International Airport to New York tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Finding a cheap flight from CPT to New York is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Reserving your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before your flight from CPT to New York can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is about 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near EWR. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your CPT to New York flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

Step off your flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and usually takes 30 minutes to reach driving.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 55 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near LGA and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late CPT to New York flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York is a good time to book your vehicle from LGA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
New York LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Cape Town International Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.

More about New York

Once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to New York, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of major attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Explore more of the United States

You've visited New York, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to check off its must-visit sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.