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Cheap flights from Cape Town to New York from $498

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
7:30 pm - 12:45 pmCPT-JFK
23h 15m1 stop
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9:10 pm - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
40h 05m1 stop
$881Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 28
Norse Atlantic UK Logo
12:30 pm - 3:55 pmCPT-JFK
34h 25m1 stop
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6:05 pm - 6:45 amJFK-CPT
29h 40m1 stop
$903Norse Atlantic UK
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 2:05 pmCPT-JFK
30h 05m2 stops
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5:29 pm - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
19h 46m1 stop
$917Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 2:05 pmCPT-JFK
30h 05m2 stops
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5:29 pm - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
19h 46m1 stop
$919Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 26
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2:25 pm - 6:35 amCPT-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
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12:45 pm - 6:00 amJFK-CPT
34h 15m1 stop
$921Kenya Airways
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 30
Kenya Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 6:35 amCPT-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
12:45 pm - 6:00 amJFK-CPT
34h 15m1 stop
$922Kenya Airways
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 30
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 12:56 amCPT-JFK
33h 26m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
22h 15m1 stop
$931Delta
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 6:02 pmCPT-JFK
26h 32m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 7:15 pmJFK-CPT
19h 35m1 stop
$932Delta
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Tue, Mar 10 - Sun, Mar 22
KLM Logo
8:00 am - 11:25 amCPT-JFK
34h 25m1 stop
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6:30 pm - 5:50 amJFK-CPT
28h 20m1 stop
$945KLM
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 29
KLM Logo
7:55 am - 10:45 pmCPT-JFK
21h 50m1 stop
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4:45 pm - 9:55 pmJFK-CPT
22h 10m1 stop
$948KLM
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Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Nov 25

KLM flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Our best KLM deals on Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight tickets
KLM
Nov 9
CPT8:00 amCape Town Intl
34h 25m
1 stop
JFK11:25 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 29
JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl
$945
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KLM
Nov 19
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
21h 50m
1 stop
JFK10:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 25
JFK4:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 10m
1 stop
CPT9:55 pmCape Town Intl
$948
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KLM
Feb 16
CPT7:55 amCape Town Intl
39h 05m
1 stop
JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Mar 9
JFK8:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 20m
1 stop
CPT5:50 amCape Town Intl
$957
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Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Nov 9
CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 30
JFK12:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 15m
1 stop
CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl
$921
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Kenya Airways
Nov 9
CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl
23h 10m
2 stops
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 30
JFK12:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
34h 15m
1 stop
CPT6:00 amCape Town Intl
$922
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Kenya Airways
Nov 8
CPT11:25 pmCape Town Intl
38h 10m
1 stop
JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 30
JFK12:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 50m
2 stops
CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl
$924
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Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/20

7:30 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/28

9:10 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop40h 05m

$881

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/17

12:30 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

6:05 pm-6:45 am

1 stop29h 40m

$903

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/22

2:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

5:29 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$917

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/15

2:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

5:29 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 46m

$919

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

2:25 pm-6:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/30

12:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

$921

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

2:25 pm-6:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/30

12:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

$922

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/30

9:30 pm-12:56 am

1 stop33h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

2:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$931

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

9:30 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop26h 32m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/22

5:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$932

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/9

8:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop34h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/29

6:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 20m

$945

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

7:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/25

4:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$948

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Cape Town, with most prices found around $954. If you don’t want to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $963.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $887. The most expensive day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,350.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening for as low as $921. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,364.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for around $1,073 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Cape Town for as low as $929 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight.

How have Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights are approximately 94% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl by plane?

    A flight from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl will travel around 7790.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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