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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to New York Newark flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Cape Town to New York Newark

Cape Town to New York Newark: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York Newark.

Cape Town to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 10,006
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time15 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week4

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to New York Newark is R 14,101. 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.
15 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to New York Newark.
United flies direct from Cape Town to New York Newark.
As of September 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Cape Town to New York Newark.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to New York Newark is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to New York Newark Airport on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 45 minutes.
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 Newark 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.
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.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York Newark.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is 15 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is six hours behind Cape Town.

  • Flights from CPT to EWR start from 19:50 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 20:50 with United Airlines. Overall, there are four weekly Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flights.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CPT to EWR flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Flying into New York (and then seeing more of United States!) is a breeze with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • With a dependable 88.46% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time record for CPT to EWR flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between CPT and EWR include:

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • R 10,006 is currently the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 14,101. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CPT to EWR.

  • Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from CPT to EWR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81.65% of the time.

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport to central New York has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to New York in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CPT to EWR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • New York has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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