United States → South Africa
How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?
7,813 miles
- From
JFKNew York
John F Kennedy International Airport
Departure 05:51 · America/New_York
- To
CPTCape Town
Cape Town International Airport
Arrival 02:20 · Africa/Johannesburg
Route Details
The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town covers a distance of approximately 12,574 kilometers (7,813 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 14 h 28 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
- Departure Time Zone
- America/New_York
- Arrival Time Zone
- Africa/Johannesburg
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?
A direct flight from New York to Cape Town takes around 14 h 28 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from New York to Cape Town?
The distance from New York to Cape Town is about 12,574 kilometers (7,813 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from New York to Cape Town?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 14 h 28 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.