Are there nonstop flights from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)?

Yes. United Airlines fly this route. Flight time is about 15h 19m.

What is the fastest connection from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)?

via Washington ≈ 16h 25m, via São Paulo ≈ 17h 30m, via Johannesburg ≈ 17h 38m (estimated flying time, excluding layovers).

How many miles is an award flight from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT)?

from 35,000 ANA miles, from 47,000 JAL miles (economy, one way, based on the published award charts).

Newark → Cape Town

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)・12,593 km

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Nonstop flights available (1 airline). Flight time about 15h 19m. Nonstop return flights also operate.

With milesANA 35,000 miles+ (nonstop)JAL 47,000 miles+ (via CDG)Economy, one way, estimate. Tap a connection for miles by cabin.

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Award miles (one way, estimate)

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North America ⇔ Africa / Middle East (one way)
Economy
35,000
Business
65,000
First
105,000

Estimates from the airlines' published award charts (as of 2026-11-01). Seat availability, fuel surcharges and stopover rules are not included — always check with the airline before booking.

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