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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in November.

Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York John F. Kennedy.

Cape Town to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRs135,894
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy is Rs244,422. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs244,422.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to New York John F. Kennedy is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Monday, 10 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know

  • New York is six hours behind Cape Town and observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your CPT to JFK flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CPT and JFK include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Currently, Rs135,894 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs244,920. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To find cheap tickets from CPT to JFK, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CPT to JFK.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • Cape Town International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from CPT touch down on schedule 81.65% of the time.

  • Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport to central New York has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to New York. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to JFK in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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