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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, NY to Cape Town from C$ 807

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CPT
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,647

One-way from

C$ 807

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December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 2,664
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 14/1-15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 35m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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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 18 December 2024.

Tue 31/129:00 p.m.JFK - CPT
2 stops30h 20mSWISS
Tue 14/17:50 p.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop24h 15mSWISS
Deal found 18/12C$ 2,368
Thu 26/1212:59 p.m.JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 01mDelta
Tue 14/111:20 p.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 30mDelta
Deal found 17/12C$ 3,121
Thu 26/129:25 p.m.JFK - CPT
2 stops50h 05mAir France
Fri 10/18:50 a.m.CPT - JFK
2 stops34h 05mAir France
Deal found 18/12C$ 3,146
Sat 28/1210:20 p.m.JFK - CPT
2 stops54h 20mEmirates
Mon 13/11:40 p.m.CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 15mEmirates
Deal found 17/12C$ 3,322
Sat 21/1210:10 p.m.JFK - CPT
2 stops50h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/129:30 a.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop37h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 3,415
Tue 24/124:25 p.m.JFK - CPT
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/19:30 a.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 3,671
Wed 25/121:30 a.m.JFK - CPT
1 stop32h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 1/112:35 p.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop33h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12C$ 3,909
Mon 23/125:30 p.m.JFK - CPT
1 stop31h 10mLufthansa
Wed 1/19:30 a.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop37h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12C$ 4,388
Fri 27/125:50 p.m.JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 20mKLM
Mon 6/111:20 p.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 30mKLM
Deal found 17/12C$ 4,535
Mon 23/1212:10 a.m.JFK - CPT
1 stop28h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 7/15:15 p.m.CPT - JFK
1 stop36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 4,622
Thu 26/123:45 p.m.JFK - CPT
2 stops38h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 14/18:55 a.m.CPT - JFK
3 stops41h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12C$ 4,682

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/1

6:15 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/3

2:15 p.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop23h 20m

C$ 1,647

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/1

1:45 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop40h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/3

2:15 p.m.-7:35 a.m.

1 stop23h 20m

C$ 1,665

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/1

6:15 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

11:45 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

1 stop35h 05m

C$ 1,668

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 17/1

11:20 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop28h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/3

10:00 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

C$ 1,685

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/1

8:05 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop21h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/1

10:00 p.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

C$ 1,688

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/1

8:05 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop32h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/3

5:15 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop36h 00m

C$ 1,821

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/1

8:45 p.m.-7:55 a.m.

1 stop28h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/3

10:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop32h 55m

C$ 1,907

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/2

5:50 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

1 stop29h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/2

9:15 p.m.-7:28 p.m.

1 stop29h 13m

C$ 1,944

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/2

4:50 p.m.-6:10 a.m.

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/2

11:20 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

1 stop23h 30m

C$ 1,945

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/1

4:25 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop22h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

7:50 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop24h 15m

C$ 1,962

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Travel insights for flights 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 13 December 2024.

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 87 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 C$ 1,057). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,512). 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 18 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town as you normally would.

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 mm 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 18 December 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Air France from New York to Cape Town have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from New York John F Kennedy Intl. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 0 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15.6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town is Kenya Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 1,665 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Norse Atlantic UK and American Airlines, starting at C$ 1,668 and C$ 1,685 round-trip. You may be able to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town for 14% 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?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Norse Atlantic UK, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 807. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town for a low price.

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

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  • 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 C$ 1,057). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,512). 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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