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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from £437

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — JFK
7 Jul — 14 Jul1
1 adult

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 Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 2 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£677

One-way from

£437

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£816
Delta
  • Delta
  • 26/12-5/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 11m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 13/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 05m total
  • Cape Town to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Cape Town to John F Kennedy Intl

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 2 July 2025.

Fri 26/1221:30CPT - JFK
1 stop29h 21mDelta
Mon 5/112:25JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 50mDelta
Deal found 30/6£677
Sun 13/723:15CPT - JFK
2 stops25h 37mKLM
Thu 31/717:30JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Deal found 1/7£694
Sat 11/1000:30CPT - JFK
1 stop21h 25mNorse Atlantic UK
Sun 19/1018:20JFK - CPT
1 stop21h 25mNorse Atlantic UK
Deal found 30/6£716
Mon 21/716:35CPT - JFK
1 stop24h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/806:45JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/6£766

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Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 2 July 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.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/12

21:30-19:51

1 stop29h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/1

12:25-19:15

1 stop23h 50m

£677

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/7

23:15-18:52

2 stops25h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 31/7

17:30-21:25

1 stop21h 55m

£694

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/10

00:30-15:55

1 stop21h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/10

18:20-21:45

1 stop21h 25m

£716

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/7

16:35-10:55

1 stop24h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/8

06:45-11:50

1 stop23h 05m

£766

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

11:45-15:50

1 stop35h 05m

£437

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/12

18:55-14:50

1 stop26h 55m

£471

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/9

16:35-22:40

1 stop36h 05m

£487

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/8

14:35-07:35

2 stops23h 00m

£531

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/9

15:20-18:55

3 stops57h 35m

£609

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/8

06:05-07:35

2 stops31h 30m

£613

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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 27 June 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 79 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, 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 £500). Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 2 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 2% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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 2 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta, andKLM from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
8.0
Very Good

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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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.

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

    Currently priced at £677, Delta will fly you from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and Norse Atlantic UK - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £694 and £716, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Norse Atlantic UK. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £437. Users have also found prices from £471 and £487 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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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, 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 £500). Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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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