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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, NY to Cape Town from C$ 1,107

JFK — CPT
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town

Thu 12/113:55 p.m. -
2 stops38h 05m
Sun 22/111:50 p.m. -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 10/9C$ 1,277
Sun 27/99:50 p.m. -
2 stops33h 40m
Thu 8/101:50 p.m. -
2 stops29h 45m
Deal found 11/9C$ 1,278
Sun 8/113:55 p.m. -
2 stops38h 05m
Sun 15/111:50 p.m. -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 13/9C$ 1,281
Mon 26/104:55 p.m. -
2 stops39h 15m
Mon 2/113:10 p.m. -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 10/9C$ 1,285
Sun 8/113:55 p.m. -
2 stops38h 05m
Sun 22/111:50 p.m. -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 14/9C$ 1,286
Mon 21/99:50 p.m. -
2 stops33h 10m
Mon 12/103:10 p.m. -
2 stops28h 25m
Deal found 14/9C$ 1,304
Mon 21/99:50 p.m. -
2 stops34h 20m
Sun 27/92:30 p.m. -
2 stops29h 05m
Deal found 13/9C$ 1,342
Fri 20/113:55 p.m. -
2 stops38h 05m
Sun 29/111:50 p.m. -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 11/9C$ 1,343
Sun 20/99:50 p.m. -
2 stops33h 10m
Mon 12/101:50 p.m. -
2 stops29h 45m
Deal found 14/9C$ 1,370
Mon 16/113:55 p.m. -
2 stops38h 05m
Tue 1/123:10 p.m. -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 12/9C$ 1,436
Sat 14/113:55 p.m. -
2 stops38h 05m
Mon 23/113:10 p.m. -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 11/9C$ 1,438
Tue 27/101:45 p.m. -
2 stops41h 50m
Mon 9/112:25 p.m. -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 13/9C$ 1,470

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town

Round-trip from

C$ 1,277

One-way from

C$ 1,107

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July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,992
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/11-22/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 50m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 7/12-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • New York to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 428 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 70 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/11

3:55 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

2 stops38h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

1:50 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops30h 45m

C$ 1,286

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/11

3:55 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops39h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

1:50 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops30h 45m

C$ 1,304

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/10

12:25 a.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop29h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,314

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/11

8:15 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,314

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 24/10

1:20 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop39h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,314

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 29/10

9:15 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,314
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New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/11

12:20 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop28h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,314

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/10

9:15 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,370

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/10

4:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops40h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,560

New YorkCape Town

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/12

5:30 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop31h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,620

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

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 18 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, October 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$ 1,663). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,613). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town flights typically cost between C$ 1,731 and C$ 1,992 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 1,277 on Ethiopian Air (12 Nov-22 Nov).

Related info for your journey

  • 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.

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

    For as low as C$ 1,281, Ethiopian Air can have you in Cape Town from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 38h 05m. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 12551 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • 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?

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

    Currently, October 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$ 1,663). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,613). 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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