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

About 15h 50m nonstop, over 12,561 km.

What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?

On flights from the EU, or to the EU on an EU airline, you may be owed up to €600 per person for a delay of 3 hours or more, or a late cancellation.

1 airline fly this route nonstop, about 15h 50m in the air.

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Prices updated 13 November 2026.

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Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Cape Town?: United Airlines.
How long is the flight from New York to Cape Town?: About 15h 50m nonstop, over 12,561 km.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?: On flights from the EU, or to the EU on an EU airline, you may be owed up to €600 per person for a delay of 3 hours or more, or a late cancellation.