Cape Town to New York flights – the most comfortable way to fly

1 airline flies nonstop between Cape Town and New York, about 7 flights a week. The flight takes 16h 00m and covers 12,593 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on United's Boeing 767-300ER. Lie-flat business class is available.

Flight time16h 00m
Distance12,593 km
Nonstop flights / week7

Most comfortable economy

United · Boeing 767-300ER
Economy · 2-3-2
6.7Comfortable
  • 32″ legroom
  • 18.0″ wide seat
  • Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power
  • Seat-back screen

Most comfortable business

United · Boeing 767-300ER
Lie-flat, direct aisle access · 1-2-1
7.9Very comfortable
  • Lie-flat bed (78″)
  • 21.0″ wide seat
  • Direct aisle access
  • Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power
  • Seat-back screen

Nonstop flights from Cape Town to New York

FlightDepartsDurationAircraftEconomyBusinessDays
United UA39
CPT → EWR
19:05 16h 00m 767-300ER
Wide-body
6.7Comfortable 7.9Very comfortable MTWTFSS

Frequently asked questions

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

A nonstop flight from Cape Town to New York takes about 16 h 0 min and covers 12,593 km.

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cape Town to New York?

United flies nonstop, with about 7 flights a week.

What is the most comfortable economy seat from Cape Town to New York?

United on the Boeing 767-300ER: 2-3-2 layout, 32″ legroom and 18.0″ wide seats – comfort score 6.7/10 (comfortable).

Is there lie-flat business class from Cape Town to New York?

Yes. The most comfortable is United's lie-flat, direct aisle access on the Boeing 767-300ER (1-2-1), comfort score 7.9/10.

Can I fly with my dog from Cape Town to New York?

Yes – United takes small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 9 kg including the bag).

Is business class worth it from Cape Town to New York?

Business is a lie-flat bed with aisle access for about 344% more than economy on United – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 5.9/10 (maybe).

Which aircraft fly from Cape Town to New York?

Boeing 767-300ER. Choose a wide-body for a quieter, roomier cabin.

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