$630 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town (JFK-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $630 for one-way flights and $982 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

British Airways
Sat, Apr 26 - Tue, May 13
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$982 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$982
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, Apr 26 from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $982 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Sun, May 4 - Tue, May 13
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,011 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,011
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, May 4 from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 13, priced at $1,011 found 1 day ago
British Airways
Mon, May 19 - Wed, Jun 11
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,015 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,015
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, May 19 from New York to Cape Town, returning Wed, Jun 11, priced at $1,015 found 2 days ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, May 5 - Tue, May 20
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,026 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,026
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, May 5 from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $1,026 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,035 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,035
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from New York to Cape Town, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $1,035 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, May 11 - Tue, Nov 11
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,188 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$1,188
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 11 from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $1,188 found 13 hours ago
Condor
Sat, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 10
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,280 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,280
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from New York to Cape Town, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $1,280 found 3 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Tue, May 20
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,302 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,302
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $1,302 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 17
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,349 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,349
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from New York to Cape Town, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $1,349 found 4 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Oct 6
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
$1,393 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,393
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New York to Cape Town, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $1,393 found 6 days ago

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from JFK to CPT by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JFK to CPT?
The cheapest flights from JFK to CPT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
There aren’t any direct flights from New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). However, you’ll find other airports that have nonstop flights. Hop on your plane at Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) and fly straight to Cape Town without layovers.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from JFK to CPT?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that’ll take you from JFK to CPT. Sort your results by “Price (lowest to highest)” to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
You’ll need to hop on a flight with a layover when traveling from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). Direct flights don’t operate daily on this route. However, just filter your search to include one or more stops to discover an option that works for you.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to CPT?
Friday is typically the busiest day for flights, while Tuesday is often the quietest.* Just remember that flight schedules can vary based on various factors, including the airline and season.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
To avoid possible delays on the John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from JFK to CPT are typically more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it’s possible to find a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to CPT flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a JFK to CPT flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What’s more, managing everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Typically, it’s possible to reschedule or cancel your JFK to CPT flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You’ll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.
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