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$541+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$860
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$541
(Expedia)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$947
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/99:00 amCPT - JFK
1 stop35h 05mSWISS
Tue 3/185:25 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop22h 30mSWISS
Deal found 2/21$860
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/157:00 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/259:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$862
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/162:35 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 4/231:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$875
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/36:30 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop26h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/1611:10 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop29h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$882
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/88:30 amCPT - JFK
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Sun 3/2311:30 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops25h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/20$883
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:15 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Sun 5/252:46 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops24h 24mKLM
Deal found 2/20$895
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/89:55 amCPT - JFK
1 stop33h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 3/1510:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop27h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/20$912
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/88:30 amCPT - JFK
2 stops42h 25mAir France
Sun 3/239:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops26h 45mAir France
Deal found 2/20$965
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:30 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop26h 25mLufthansa
Tue 3/254:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop36h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$968
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/216:45 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop23h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/1412:45 amJFK - CPT
1 stop27h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,024
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/74:35 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 4/1312:35 amJFK - CPT
1 stop29h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,036
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1310:00 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop31h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 3/1612:20 amJFK - CPT
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,052

Find flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

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Cape Town

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/9

9:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop35h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/18

5:25 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$860

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/15

7:00 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/25

9:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop29h 40m

$862

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/16

2:35 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/23

1:45 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$875

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/3

6:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/16

11:10 pm-10:55 am

1 stop29h 45m

$882

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/8

8:30 am-10:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/23

11:30 pm-6:30 am

2 stops25h 00m

$883

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/15

11:15 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/25

2:46 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$895

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/8

9:55 am-11:55 am

1 stop33h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/15

10:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop27h 30m

$912

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/8

8:30 am-7:55 pm

2 stops42h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/23

9:45 pm-6:30 am

2 stops26h 45m

$965

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/4

6:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/25

4:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop36h 10m

$968

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/7

4:35 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop31h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/13

12:35 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 15m

$1,036

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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cape Town-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to John F Kennedy Intl from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

When flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to New York, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Delta and KLM. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,213 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    If you book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 1 airline.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip from $860. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from $875, and United Airlines, from $882. These flights start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $541. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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