How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?

Departing from New York to Cape Town will take you 38h 05m. There are 7799 mi between New York and Cape Town.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from New York?

For a flight from New York to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from New York per day. 0 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from New York on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from New York to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

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Cheapest in	January
Average price	£1,275

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cape Town (average of £1,049). Flying from New York to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CPT?

When flying from New York to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

New York to Cape Town flights typically cost between £1,150 and £1,369 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £683 on Ethiopian Air (12 Oct–19 Oct).

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from New York?
For a flight from New York to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from New York per day. 0 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from New York on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?
Departing from New York to Cape Town will take you 38h 05m. There are 7799 mi between New York and Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from New York to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New York to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cape Town (average of £1,049). Flying from New York to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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When flying from New York to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

New York to Cape Town flights typically cost between £1,150 and £1,369 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £683 on Ethiopian Air (12 Oct–19 Oct).

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from New York to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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New York to Cape Town flights typically cost between £1,150 and £1,369 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £683 on Ethiopian Air (12 Oct–19 Oct).