£445 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £445 for one-way flights and £683 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from New York to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£682
Distance
12487 km

Compare flights from New York to Cape Town easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from New York to Cape Town. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Cape Town Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. (CPT) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from New York to Cape Town today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl. start at just £683 and range up to £941.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near New York and Cape Town
  • booking your flight during January, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your New York to Cape Town flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JFK to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you’re travelling from JFK to CPT, round-trip journeys start from £683. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don’t delay. Book today and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to CPT?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your break, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from JFK Airport to CPT that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for JFK Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JFK to CPT?
With a flight distance of 12,600 kilometres between Jamaica and Cape Town, this is a long journey. Make sure you drink lots of water and go for a short walk down the aisle every so often.
Which airlines fly direct from JFK Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Unfortunately, there aren’t any airlines that fly direct between John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). You’ll have to book a flight with one or more stops.
Are John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so not always. While last-minute flight deals between JFK Airport and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines publicize their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to book when the price is low.
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