$406+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)
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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CPT
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape TownExplore 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 January 20, 2026.
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 January 20, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/47:50 pm
JFK
- CPT
1 stop34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/124:35 pm
CPT
- JFK
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,034
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Thu 11/268:55 pm
JFK
- CPT
2 stops33h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 12/91:50 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops36h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/18![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,036
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/111:45 pm
JFK
- CPT
2 stops29h 15m
British Airways
Mon 5/116:50 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops24h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 1/20![British Airways logo]()
$1,037
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:45 pm
JFK
- CPT
2 stops41h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 5/272:35 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops23h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,038
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/221:45 pm
JFK
- CPT
2 stops40h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 12/82:25 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops23h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,039
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/712:25 am
JFK
- CPT
1 stop29h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/24:35 pm
CPT
- JFK
1 stop24h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,040
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/37:50 pm
JFK
- CPT
1 stop34h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 4/124:35 pm
CPT
- JFK
1 stop35h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,043
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 5/117:20 pm
JFK
- CPT
1 stop33h 40m
British Airways
Mon 5/256:50 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops33h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18![British Airways logo]()
$1,044
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/11:45 pm
JFK
- CPT
1 stop33h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/312:30 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops23h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,048
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 5/111:45 pm
JFK
- CPT
2 stops42h 00m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/262:30 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops23h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,049
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 4/271:45 pm
JFK
- CPT
2 stops42h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/242:30 pm
CPT
- JFK
2 stops23h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/20![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,050
Find 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 January 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,037 (KAYAK) |
One-way from | $406 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,196 |
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Price
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 4/27
7:50 pm-11:50 am
1 stop34h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 4/29
4:35 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop35h 55m
$1,106
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 3/14
9:55 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops33h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 4/10
1:50 pm-8:00 pm
2 stops36h 10m
$1,107
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 2/14
4:40 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop19h 35m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 2/24
9:30 pm-6:33 pm
2 stops28h 03m
$1,259
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 2/15
2:24 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops21h 51m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 2/23
9:30 pm-2:19 pm
1 stop23h 49m
$1,259
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 2/14
2:59 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops21h 16m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 2/23
9:30 pm-6:33 pm
2 stops28h 03m
$1,259
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 2/18
3:15 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop21h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/27
9:30 pm-9:57 pm
1 stop31h 27m
$1,261
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 3/14
9:55 pm-1:45 pm
2 stops33h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 3/27
2:35 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops35h 20m
$1,265
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 2/19
12:28 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops23h 47m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 2/27
9:30 pm-12:51 am
1 stop34h 21m
$1,266
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 2/17
4:45 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop22h 10m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 3/1
9:30 pm-12:50 am
1 stop34h 20m
$1,297
New YorkCape Town
JFK - CPT
JFKCPT
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 3/3
8:55 pm-2:35 pm
2 stops34h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 3/11
5:25 pm-8:10 pm
3 stops56h 45m
$1,308
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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 John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Cape Town 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town
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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 round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $908). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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’s the top layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,030.
What’s the fastest layover option from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via London (LGW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 20h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LGW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 58m.
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 January 20, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town, such as Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentKymberlee,Oct 2024
JFK - ATL
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Top 7 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$908 | Average$1,386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$925 | Average$1,055 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$945 | Average$1,084 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$979 | Average$1,281 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,381 | Average$1,619 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,386 | Average$1,493 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,415 | Average$1,600 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |