How long is the flight from Cape Town to New York?
🛫 From
Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport
CPT | ZA
Departure: 01:46 PM GMT+2
🛬 To
New York
John F Kennedy International Airport
JFK | US
Arrival: 10:14 PM EDT
⏱️ Flight Time
14h 28m
📍 Distance
12,574 kilometers
(7,813 miles)
Route Details
The flight from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York covers a distance of approximately 12,574 kilometers (7,813 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 14h 28m, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
Departure Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Arrival Time Zone
America/New_York
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to New York?
A direct flight from Cape Town to New York takes around 14h 28m. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from Cape Town to New York?
The distance from Cape Town to New York is about 12,574 kilometers (7,813 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from Cape Town to New York?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 14h 28m. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.
Return Flight
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