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$496+ 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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Fri 8/22
Fri 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 79 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 August 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$947
(flightsite.co.za)

One-way from

$496
(Gurufare)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,191
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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 August 17, 2025.

This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/156:25 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops25h 05mKLM
Mon 9/225:30 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 8/16$947
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 9/1011:15 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops30h 24mDelta
Wed 9/176:04 amJFK - CPT
2 stops33h 21mDelta
Deal found 8/17$948
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 9/252:30 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 9/281:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/16$954
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/212:30 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 10/261:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop34h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/16$961
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:25 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops25h 05mKLM
Wed 9/1712:50 amJFK - CPT
1 stop38h 35mKLM
Deal found 8/15$971
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/2811:45 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops27h 45mDelta
Tue 11/1110:30 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops30h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/16$980
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 9/1111:15 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop25h 50mDelta
Thu 9/181:30 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/16$982
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:25 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/61:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$987
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/212:30 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 9/281:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/15$989
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 10/247:30 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop23h 15mDelta
Sat 11/110:30 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop31h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/16$990

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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 August 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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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

Mon 9/15

6:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops25h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/21

12:50 am-9:25 pm

1 stop38h 35m

$947

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/10

11:15 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops30h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/17

6:04 am-9:25 pm

2 stops33h 21m

$948

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/25

2:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

1:45 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$954

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/3

8:50 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops29h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/15

10:00 pm-6:10 am

2 stops25h 10m

$960

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

11:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/10

12:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$961

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/23

2:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

1:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

$961

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/21

2:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

1:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

$961

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/1

11:25 pm-7:35 am

1 stop38h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/10

12:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

$961

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/7

2:30 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/14

1:45 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$965

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/11

6:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops25h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/17

12:50 am-9:25 pm

1 stop38h 35m

$971

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

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

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 August 8, 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 79 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 $313). 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 August 17, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $980.

What’s the fastest layover option from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 26h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.

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 August 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,986 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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  • 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 is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $885. This flight start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 $313). 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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Top airline flying from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl

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