What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town Intl?

Kenya Airways, Norse Atlantic UK, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

British Airways, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Flights via London (LGW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $995.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 13m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cape Town?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 35% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,210 to $1,530. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,101.

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1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:20 am

CPT

JFK

26h 20m

1 stop

$1,101Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 15

6:50 am - 11:50 am

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23h 00m

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4:35 pm - 4:35 am

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JFK

42h 00m

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$1,122Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Oct 11

6:50 am - 11:50 am

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CPT

23h 00m

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JFK

31h 20m

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$1,123Turkish Airlines

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1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

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41h 50m

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38h 05m

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$1,124Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 23

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41h 50m

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$1,131Kenya Airways

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$1,133Multiple Airlines

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$1,134Multiple Airlines

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41h 50m

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7:35 pm - 7:35 am

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42h 00m

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$1,135Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 18

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

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Kenya Airways

Sep 9

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 23

CPT11:30 pmCape Town Intl

38h 05m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,124

Kenya Airways

May 18

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Jun 16

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,125

Kenya Airways

Sep 8

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 50m

2 stops

CPT1:35 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 17

CPT2:25 pmCape Town Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,131

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Apr 11

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 00m

2 stops

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 18

CPT3:25 pmCape Town Intl

58h 35m

2 stops

JFK8:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,141

Ethiopian Air

Apr 4

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

33h 00m

2 stops

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 18

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

60h 10m

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JFK8:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,160

Ethiopian Air

Apr 25

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

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May 4

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

60h 10m

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JFK8:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,185

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7:35 pm-7:35 am

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of April, then departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,190.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,535. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,590.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,402 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as $1,130 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town flight.

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

As of March 2026, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 21h 05m

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?
There are 7790.1 mi between New York John F Kennedy Intl and Cape Town Intl. Typically, this will take 21h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
There are 10 operators available for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cape Town Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cape Town, the leading airline is British Airways, making up 22% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 22%, American Airlines with 13%, and Turkish Airlines with 12%.

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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $558	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $925	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,274 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,029	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,813 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,271	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,381	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,318 reviews	Search Delta flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,436	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,542 reviews	Search Emirates flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,447	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,477 reviews	Search KLM flights

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