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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town from R7 279

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CPT
Mar 26 — Apr 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Fri 20/322:10
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops32h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 29/315:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R14 062
Mon 23/220:55
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops33h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/314:35
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops35h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R14 445
Mon 13/422:00
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 24/413:50
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops36h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R14 461
Sat 14/321:55
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops33h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/314:35
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops35h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R14 669
Sun 26/412:50
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop41h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 6/516:35
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R15 021
Fri 27/220:55
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops34h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/314:35
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops35h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R15 245
Sat 18/422:00
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 8/513:50
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops36h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R15 261
Wed 19/80:25
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/916:35
CPT
-
JFK
1 stop42h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R15 453
Sun 22/321:55
JFK
-
CPT
2 stops34h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 29/315:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops34h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R15 501
Tue 19/513:45
JFK
-
CPT
1 stop26h 25m
Kenya Airways
Sun 24/514:25
CPT
-
JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/2R15 549

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Round-trip from

R14 062

One-way from

R7 279

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R21 484
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/3-29/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 25m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R6 574 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 527 potential savings vs. average return price).
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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/3

22:10-13:00

2 stops32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/3

15:25-20:00

2 stops34h 35m

R14 062

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

13:50-20:00

2 stops60h 10m

R15 917

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 13/3

22:10-13:00

2 stops32h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

14:35-20:10

2 stops35h 35m

R16 893

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/3

21:55-13:00

2 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

14:35-20:10

2 stops35h 35m

R17 485

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/4

22:00-14:35

2 stops34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

15:25-20:00

2 stops34h 35m

R18 173

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/3

21:55-13:45

2 stops33h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

17:25-19:55

3 stops32h 30m

R20 940

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/4

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

17:25-20:00

3 stops56h 35m

R20 972

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/3

22:20-11:40

2 stops31h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

9:00-18:55

3 stops39h 55m

R24 812

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/4

22:20-16:40

2 stops36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

9:00-18:55

3 stops39h 55m

R24 892

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 16/5

22:00-18:55

3 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/6

15:25-20:00

2 stops58h 35m

R24 972

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R12 414). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R23 676). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 24 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 762 reviews
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Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

6,8

Boarding

6,9

Crew

7,6

Food

6,4

Overall

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Lakshmi,Dec 2025

SFO - LHR

I had a great time on the flight with good entertainment and food. The staff was awesome. The only thing was there was a delay in boarding and takeoff from London. However, I was pleasantly surprised when the airline sent an apology for the few later landing in Mumbai. They did not have WiFi on board on the leg from London to Mumbai but that was okay for me. On the first leg from SF to London, a couple of seats ahead of me had issues with their display so they could not watch anything on their screens although the stewardess gas be them an option to use the WiFi on their devices. This did not affect me, however, so that was cool. I would recommend British Airways. This was my first time flying with them and I had a lovely flight.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 762 reviews
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 762 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

6,8

Boarding

6,9

Crew

7,6

Food

6,4

Overall

6,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Lakshmi,Dec 2025

SFO - LHR

I had a great time on the flight with good entertainment and food. The staff was awesome. The only thing was there was a delay in boarding and takeoff from London. However, I was pleasantly surprised when the airline sent an apology for the few later landing in Mumbai. They did not have WiFi on board on the leg from London to Mumbai but that was okay for me. On the first leg from SF to London, a couple of seats ahead of me had issues with their display so they could not watch anything on their screens although the stewardess gas be them an option to use the WiFi on their devices. This did not affect me, however, so that was cool. I would recommend British Airways. This was my first time flying with them and I had a lovely flight.

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town. 1 airline have flights to Cape Town Intl from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town can take about 32h 50m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 062. The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cape Town is about 12551 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways (R17 205), offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town. You may be able to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town for 23% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R12 414). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R23 676). 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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