Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from £609

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 19/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in November or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 10 December 2025.

Mon 15/1220:50CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 40mDelta
Wed 31/1219:01JFK - CPT
1 stop34h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/12£785
Mon 29/1207:55CPT - JFK
1 stop21h 50mDelta
Mon 30/321:55JFK - CPT
2 stops25h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/12£880
Mon 8/1223:45CPT - JFK
1 stop26h 35mKLM
Mon 15/1222:30JFK - CPT
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Deal found 7/12£945
Fri 26/1207:55CPT - JFK
1 stop21h 50mDelta
Mon 5/112:25JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Deal found 9/12£1,002
Mon 15/1223:45CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 00mKLM
Wed 24/1222:30JFK - CPT
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Deal found 8/12£1,009
Wed 17/1207:55CPT - JFK
1 stop37h 20mKLM
Wed 24/1222:30JFK - CPT
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Deal found 8/12£1,018

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Round-trip from

£698

One-way from

£609

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£794
Delta
  • Delta
  • 25/1-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 44m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£15 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Cape Town

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Price

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

21:30-14:19

1 stop23h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/2

15:20-19:15

1 stop20h 55m

£698

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

21:30-11:15

1 stop20h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

16:45-19:15

1 stop19h 30m

£702

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

21:30-11:15

1 stop20h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

16:45-19:15

1 stop19h 30m

£702

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

20:50-20:30

1 stop29h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/3

20:01-12:05

1 stop34h 04m

£703

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

20:50-19:30

1 stop29h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

21:30-12:05

1 stop31h 35m

£704

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/3

23:45-20:20

1 stop26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

11:18-21:55

2 stops28h 37m

£708

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 21/1

20:50-15:45

2 stops25h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/1

15:20-19:15

1 stop20h 55m

£715

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

15:20-10:45

2 stops26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

16:45-21:55

1 stop22h 10m

£720

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

15:20-10:45

2 stops26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 29/1

21:30-05:50

1 stop25h 20m

£732

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

15:20-10:45

2 stops26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/2

16:30-21:55

2 stops22h 25m

£735

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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 return flight from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 73 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 Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of £620). Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £766). 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 10 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl. 0 airlines have flights from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 23h 49m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Cape Town and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 7799 mi.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of £620). Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £766). 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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