Cape Town to Newark (CPT–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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UA2222
UA United
789
8:46 PM
SAST
6:17 AM+1
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15h 31m
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UA United
789
9:59 PM
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6:23 PM+1
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14h 24m
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Cape Town to Newark
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 7,825 mi 15h 45m nonstop -6h behind 13 1-stop hubs

CPT–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 7,825 miles in approximately 15h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore CPT Routes EWR Routes CPT Live Flights EWR Live Flights EWR Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CPT–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 4 789 15h31 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (4 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CPT to EWR direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CPT to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~24h
Fastest
~38h
Longest
GRU ~24h 35m SAV ~27h 12m JNB ~27h 25m IAD ~27h 35m LHR ~27h 42m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
905
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CPT → EWR
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
90%
Return
EWR → CPT
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-6h
Newark is 6 hours behind Cape Town.
CPT: SAST · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Cape Town, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
7,825 mi / 12,593 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 15h 45m.
Getting from EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CPT–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cape Town to Newark route.
Route details
Distance7,825 mi / 12,593 km
Flight time15h 45m
Time difference-6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out / 4 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: CPT
Full nameCape Town International Airport
IATA / ICAOCPT / FACT
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Passengers/yr10.4M
Elevation151 ft / 46 m
Destination: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CPT to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Cape Town International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 15h 45m. The route covers 7,825 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from CPT to EWR. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GRU, SAV, JNB, IAD, LHR, ATL, FRA, ZRH, DXB, MUC, AMS, IST and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 6 hours behind Cape Town.
Yes, return flights from EWR to CPT are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CPT to EWR

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CPT to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CPT to EWR ranges from 15 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,825 miles (12,593 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 24 hours via GRU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.