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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town from R12 557

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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CPT
May 2 — May 91
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 27 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 640

One-way from

R12 557

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R23 267
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 8/9-18/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 30m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R16 410 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R16 448 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 April 2025.

Mon 8/913:45JFK - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Thu 18/914:30CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/4R18 640
Sun 1/616:05JFK - CPT
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/612:55CPT - JFK
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 412
Tue 9/90:35JFK - CPT
1 stop29h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 14/916:35CPT - JFK
1 stop24h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R21 028
Sun 25/521:30JFK - CPT
1 stop31h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 1/618:55CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R21 868
Sun 18/521:30JFK - CPT
1 stop31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 31/518:55CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4R23 416
Wed 29/1017:40JFK - CPT
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Mon 9/321:30CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 43mDelta
Deal found 27/4R25 170
Sun 16/1120:30JFK - CPT
1 stop31h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 6/1212:35CPT - JFK
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R25 823
Thu 28/820:30JFK - CPT
2 stops36h 45mSWISS
Sat 6/912:50CPT - JFK
2 stops33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 27/4R26 327

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/9

13:45-22:10

1 stop26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/9

14:30-7:35

2 stops23h 05m

R18 640

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/6

16:05-12:35

2 stops38h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/6

12:55-14:05

2 stops31h 10m

R20 412

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

0:35-11:50

1 stop29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

16:35-10:55

1 stop24h 20m

R21 028

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 25/5

21:30-11:00

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/6

18:55-18:05

1 stop29h 10m

R21 868

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/5

21:30-11:00

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/5

18:55-11:10

1 stop22h 15m

R23 416

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/8

20:30-15:15

2 stops36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/9

12:50-16:35

2 stops33h 45m

R26 327

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 22/8

1:20-10:50

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/9

15:20-9:00

2 stops47h 40m

R26 943

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/8

14:46-21:25

2 stops24h 39m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

20:05-9:45

1 stop19h 40m

R27 801

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/6

21:50-9:30

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/7

18:05-13:20

1 stop25h 15m

R28 212

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/10

11:20-11:35

1 stop42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/10

18:25-14:25

1 stop26h 00m

R28 268

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town

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 25 April 2025.

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 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 JFK to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 27 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from New York to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 927 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 587 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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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.

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

    According to our current data, Kenya Airways (R18 640), Turkish Airlines (R21 028), and British Airways (R21 868) 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 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    R12 557 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SWISS and Lufthansa, with prices starting from R15 151 and R15 822, respectively.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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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