Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,809 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,809
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from New York to Cape Town, returning Sun, 15 Mar, priced at AU$1,809 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,949 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,949
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from New York to Cape Town, returning Sun, 15 Mar, priced at AU$1,949 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$1,987 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$1,987
Return
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from New York to Cape Town, returning Sun, 15 Mar, priced at AU$1,987 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,015 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$2,015
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 2 Dec from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, 9 Dec, priced at AU$2,015 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,034 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$2,034
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from New York to Cape Town, returning Sun, 15 Mar, priced at AU$2,034 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,059 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,059
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 18 Mar from New York to Cape Town, returning Wed, 25 Mar, priced at AU$2,059 found 2 days ago
United
Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 21 Feb
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,059 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$2,059
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, 31 Jan from New York to Cape Town, returning Sat, 21 Feb, priced at AU$2,059 found 20 hours ago
United
Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,066 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$2,066
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 24 Feb from New York to Cape Town, returning Thu, 12 Mar, priced at AU$2,066 found 5 days ago
Delta
Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,067 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,067
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, 18 Mar from New York to Cape Town, returning Wed, 25 Mar, priced at AU$2,067 found 2 days ago
United
Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
EWR
New York
CPT
Cape Town
AU$2,068 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,068
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, 15 Mar from New York to Cape Town, returning Sun, 22 Mar, priced at AU$2,068 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$1,397 - AU$2,545 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from EWR to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you're planning on travelling between Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), round-trip journeys start from AU$1,809. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't hang about. Book now and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
This varies between air carriers, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to CPT that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for EWR to CPT flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Newark Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
The distance is around 12 600 kilometres. Neck pillow? Check. A change of clothes? Double check. We recommend you pack all the essentials for this long-haul Newark to Cape Town flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Newark Airport to CPT?
Check out the airfares with United Airlines (UA) if you want to travel straight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to CPT. This top carrier offers 13 flights every month, so you're sure to find one that fits your travel plans.
Are EWR to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from EWR to CPT last minute could be your ticket to a fantastic deal. However, it could end up costing a good deal more! If you'd rather not take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains as far ahead as 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

Travel information

Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Lufthansa, United
Return price
AU$1,808
Distance
12519 km
Average flight time
13 hours 45 mins

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