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.
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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.
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