--- title: "Cape Town to New York flights from CA $819 - Expedia.ca" description: "Looking for cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (JFK)? Discover one-way flights from CA $819 and roundtrip from CA $1,501; compare prices by dates!" canonical: "https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cpt/jfk/cape-town-to-new-york" language: en-CA market: CA currency: CAD prices_as_of: 2026-11-15T15:25:10Z --- # CA $819 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (JFK) ![A cityscape with a dense cluster of high-rise buildings, a river, and a bridge.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4278092/42f58dd9-1111-4c9d-b5c4-8a16c0ceb2e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) [View CA $819 flight on Wed, Jan 27, 2027](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/01/2027TANYT&trip=oneway&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:818.30&airProductToken=AQpTCikIy6IBEgM3ODcY4psBIK1wKMXVowMwntijAzhOQABYAXIHTkxTUldaQQomCMuiARIBMhitcCCpUSiz4KMDMLfnowM4TkABWAFyB05MU1JXWkESCggBEAEYASoCS1EYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) ## Popular airlines from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) [Emirates](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"EK"}}]) [British Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"BA"}}]) [Qatar Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"QR"}}]) [Turkish Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"TK"}}]) [Kenya Airways](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"KQ"}}]) [Lufthansa](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LH"}}]) [Swiss International Air Lines](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:06/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"LX"}}]) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ## Cheap Flights from Cape Town to New York (CPT-JFK) Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $819 for one-way flights and CA $1,529 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. All deals One way Roundtrip [Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Mon, Feb 1 from Cape Town to New York, returning Mon, Feb 15, priced at CA $1,529 Found 5 days ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:01/02/2027TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:15/02/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1528.51&airProductToken=AQplCjII1qYBEgM0NzkY4psBIOuJASjUjKQDMJqSpAM4VEAAWAFqBUxJR0hUcghOR1MwU0JMQQovCNamARIBMxjriQEgqVEooZOkAzCVl6QDOFRAAVgBagVMSUdIVHIITkdTMFNCTEEKfwo9CNamARIENDc2ORipUSDgXCjXqaUDMOyqpQM4VEAAWAFqBUxJR0hUcghOR1MwU0JMQXoKCMSYARIENDc2OQo-CNamARIENDA5MhjgXCDimwEova2lAzCjtKUDOFRAAVgBagVMSUdIVHIITkdTMFNCTEF6CgjEmAESBDQwOTISCggBEAEYASoCVlMYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jan 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Sun, Jan 31, priced at CA $1,532 Found 5 days ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/01/2027TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:31/01/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1531.59&airProductToken=AQp7CkMIxJgBEgQ5MTY1GOKbASCAkwEois6jAzDQ06MDOEVAAFgBaglNQUlOQkFTSUNyCFZHUzBUSFJBegoIy5gBEgQ5MTY1CjQIxJgBEgI0NxiAkwEgqVEou9qjAzC-3qMDOEVAAVgBaglNQUlOQkFTSUNyCFZHUzBUSFJBCm4KNQjEmAESBDIyOTMYqVEg4Fwo94KkAzCchKQDOEVAAFgBaglNQUlOQkFTSUNyCFZHUzBUSFJBCjUIxJgBEgMyMTAY4Fwg4psBKOKEpAMww4ukAzhFQAFYAWoJTUFJTkJBU0lDcghWR1MwVEhSQRIKCAEQARgBKgJETBgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select Air France flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at CA $1,533 Found 6 hours ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:04/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1532.62&airProductToken=AQppCjQIwYwBEgM4NzEY4psBIOIwKKagngMw7KWeAzhWQABYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZHUzBUSFJBCjEIwYwBEgEyGOIwIKlRKIKsngMw-6-eAzhWQAFYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZHUzBUSFJBCmoKMgjBjAESAjExGKlRIOIwKOjungMwkfKeAzhWQABYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZHUzBUSFJBCjQIwYwBEgM4NzIY4jAg4psBKOjzngMwqfmeAzhWQAFYAWoITElHSFRCQUdyCFZHUzBUSFJBEgoIARABGAEqAkFGGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwAQ) Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Sun, Jan 31, priced at CA $1,548 Found 5 days ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/01/2027TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:31/01/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1547.46&airProductToken=AQpYCisI1JYBEgI0NxjimwEgyJwBKP%5FKowMwotCjAzhQQABYAWoCQ0xyBVBQQ0xSCikI1JYBEgExGMicASCpUSik0aMDMLjWowM4UEABWAFqAkNMcgVQUENMUgpYCikI1JYBEgE0GKlRIMicASjugKQDMK2FpAM4UEAAWAFqAkNMcgVQUENMUgorCNSWARICNDYYyJwBIOKbASi9iKQDMMyNpAM4UEABWAFqAkNMcgVQUENMUhIKCAEQARgBKgJUSxgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select KLM flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at CA $1,651 Found 6 hours ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:04/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1650.12&airProductToken=AQptCjUIy5gBEgM1OTgY4psBIICTASjGnJ4DMIyingM4TkAAWAFqCExJR0hUQkFHcghOR1MwU0JSQQo0CMuYARIDNjQzGICTASCpUSjlpJ4DMNSongM4TkABWAFqCExJR0hUQkFHcghOR1MwU0JSQQqFAQpACMuYARIEMjM3NxipUSDiMCjo7p4DMJHyngM4VkAAWAFqCExJR0hUQkFHcghWR1MwVEhSQXoKCMGMARIEMjM3NwpBCMuYARIEMjE1MBjiMCDimwEo6POeAzCp-Z4DOFZAAVgBaghMSUdIVEJBR3IIVkdTMFRIUkF6CgjBjAESBDIxNTASCggBEAEYASoCS0wYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAN) Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Sun, Jan 31, priced at CA $1,859 Found 5 days ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/01/2027TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:31/01/2027TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1858.69&airProductToken=AQqBAQo%5FCMGCARIENjcyMhjimwEg64kBKJvUowMw69mjAzhPQABYAWoFQkFTSUNyCE9OTjBDMEI0egoIwoIBEgQ2NzIyCj4IwYIBEgQ2OTM0GOuJASCpUSiI3KMDMO3fowM4T0ABWAFqBUJBU0lDcghPTk4wQzBCNHoKCMKCARIENjkzNAp0CjEIwYIBEgMxMDQYqVEg64kBKNiEpAMwi4ikAzhCQABYAWoFQkFTSUNyCFFOTjBDMEI0Cj8IwYIBEgQ2NjQ3GOuJASDimwEosYykAzDtkaQDOFFAAVgBagVCQVNJQ3IIUU5OMEMwQjR6CgjCggESBDY2NDcSCggBEAEYASoCQUEYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAL) Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at CA $1,949 Found 6 hours ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:04/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:1948.82&airProductToken=AQp1CkAIzLABEgQ4MDg3GOKbASC5PCjYoJ4DMOylngM4VEAAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCFRYSlhLWU5DegoI15YBEgQ4MDg3CjEIzLABEgIxNhi5PCCpUSjXrJ4DMIexngM4VEABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCFRYSlhLWU5DCnUKMQjMsAESAjE1GKlRILk8KJj4ngMw7vueAzhLQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1hKWEtZTkMKQAjMsAESBDgwODYYuTwg4psBKPv%5FngMwj4WfAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1hKWEtZTkN6CgjXlgESBDgwODYSCggBEAEYASoCTFgYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAB) Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Cape Town to New York, returning Sun, Nov 29, priced at CA $2,052 Found 1 day ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:16/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:29/11/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:2051.86&airProductToken=AQpfCi4IxZYBEgM3NzEY4psBIOMNKJ6pnQMw062dAzhUQABYAWoCWVByCFRMRUVQWkExCi0IxZYBEgMyMDMY4w0gqVEoq7edAzCbvp0DOFRAAFgBagJZUHIIVExFRVBaQTEKXwotCMWWARIDMjAyGKlRIOMNKPDAngMw3saeAzhRQABYAWoCWVByCFFMRUVQWkExCi4IxZYBEgM3NzIY4w0g4psBKJbKngMw386eAzhRQABYAWoCWVByCFFMRUVQWkExEgoIAhABGAEqAkVLGAEiBAgBEAEoAigDKAQwCw) Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 29 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select Lufthansa flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at CA $2,423 Found 6 hours ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:04/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:2422.12&airProductToken=AQppCjMIzJABEgM1NzUY4psBIIwVKOKgngMwhaaeAzhXQABYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIV1gwWEFZTkMKMgjMkAESAzQxMBiMFSCpUSiBrp4DMJiyngM4V0ABWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCFdYMFhBWU5DCmkKMgjMkAESAzQwMRipUSClBCjn9Z4DMJ%5F5ngM4S0AAWAFqB0VDT0NNRlRyCEtYSlhBWU5DCjMIzJABEgM1NzYYpQQg4psBKJuBnwMww4afAzhLQAFYAWoHRUNPQ01GVHIIS1hKWEFZTkMSCggCEAEYAioCTEgYASIECAEQASgCKAMoBDAL) Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip [Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from Cape Town to New York, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at CA $2,629 Found 6 hours ago](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:CPT,to:JFK,departure:27/11/2026TANYT&leg2=from:JFK,to:CPT,departure:04/12/2026TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&flp=mdl:flights-flex-module,price:2628.22&airProductToken=AQqDAQpACNWCARIEOTUxNxjimwEgjBUo4qCeAzCFpp4DOFdAAFgBagdFQ09OT01ZcghXWDBYS1lOQ3oKCMyQARIEOTUxNwo%5FCNWCARIEODg3MRiMFSCpUSiBrp4DMJiyngM4V0ABWAFqB0VDT05PTVlyCFdYMFhLWU5DegoIzJABEgQ4ODcxCsQBCj8I1YIBEgQ5NzE1GKlRILk8KJj4ngMw7vueAzhMQABYAWoHRUNPTk9NWXIITFhKWEtZTkN6CgjMsAESBDk3MTUKPwjVggESBDg3NzUYuTwgjBUok%5F2eAzDK%5FZ4DOExAAVgBagdFQ09OT01ZcghMWEpYS1lOQ3oKCMyQARIEODc3NQpACNWCARIEOTUxMxiMFSDimwEo8f-eAzCUhZ8DOExAAVgBagdFQ09OT01ZcghMWEpYS1lOQ3oKCMyQARIEOTUxMxIKCAEQARgBKgJVQRgBIgQIARABKAIoAygEMAE) Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4 · CPT · JFK · Roundtrip ## Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town (CPT) to New York (JFK) ### February is typically the cheapest month to fly From CA $1,365 - CA $2,117 per traveller. View flights in February Insights are based on prices from searches for economy trips of 10 days or less on our sites in the last 12 months. Insights are informative only and current prices may differ. ## Book with confidence ### Cape Town to New York Flights #### The easy way to book your flights from Cape Town to New York With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to New York from Cape Town whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 14 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to John F. Kennedy Intl., too. Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Cape Town to New York today, tomorrow, or this week. #### Save dollars with cheap flights from Cape Town Intl., CPT to John F. Kennedy Intl., JFK Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Cape Town to New York—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to New York from Cape Town currently is just CA $1,529 rising to CA $2,629\. Here are more money-saving tips: - Fly in February when flight prices are normally at their lowest - Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to New York - Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more - Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times - One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! #### Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to New York from Cape Town Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to New York with Expedia today. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does a flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) cost? You can find cheap one-way flights from CA $819 and cheap return flights CA $1,529 CPT to JFK with Expedia. One-way flights typically cost between CA$2775 and CA$11906\. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when CPT to JFK ticket fares go up or down. ### What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? The cheapest months to fly from CPT to JFK are typically during off-peak season when demand is low. Traveling in off-peak or shoulder months is usually a good way to secure cheap tickets, just remember to avoid flying during holidays if you are able to. Use the calendar view in your search to see which months have low fares on this route. ### Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? Enter CPT to JFK and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights. ### What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? Kenya Airways is one of the cheapest airlines offering connecting return flights from Cape Town Intl. (CPT) to John F. Kennedy Intl. (JFK), with tickets starting from around CA$1691 for flights that can be booked for departure within the next year. These prices are per adult, for economy/coach class. Use Expedia's search tool to compare the prices and schedules of airlines that fly this route to find the best option for your plans and budget. ### How do I find cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? To find a cheap flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up [Price Tracking](https://www.expedia.ca/why/price-tracking) and receive alerts when fares go up or down. ### What is the best time to fly from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience. ### How many flights per day from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? While there are no direct flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.), you have plenty of options with connecting flights. There are approximately 57 connecting flights per day. Some common connection points include O.R. Tambo Intl. (JNB), Heathrow (LHR), and Dubai Intl. (DXB). ### What is the earliest flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? The earliest flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) typically departs around 12:30 AM local time. This flight is operated by KLM and Delta. This is a seasonal service, active only in December. An early departure like this can help you make the most of your time at your destination. To compare early flights on Expedia, select the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search. ### What day of the week has the most flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? You'll typically find the most flights from Cape Town (CPT) to New York, NY (JFK) on a Sunday, with around 47 flights available. This gives you a good selection of options for your travel plans. Major airlines on this route include South African Airlink, FlySafair, and South African Airways. Sunday offers notably more flight options compared to other days of the week, making it a great day to consider for your journey. ### What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? The most popular departure times for flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) are in the evening, from 6pm to 9pm. Many major carriers, including British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Emirates, offer flights during this window. Many travelers prefer these times as they allow you to make the most of your day in Cape Town before your flight. ### How long does it take to fly from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? There are no nonstop flights from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.). Flights with one stop typically take around 24 hours and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 12,561 kilometres. Flights with two or more stops usually take a bit longer, averaging about 24 hours and 48 minutes. Keep in mind that these are average travel times, and your actual flight duration can vary depending on the specific routing, layover times, and even factors like wind patterns. ### Can you fly business or first class from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? Yes, you can fly business class or first class between CPT and JFK. Airlines that offer business class service on this route include: \* Emirates \* Turkish Airlines \* British Airways \* Kenya Airways \* KLM \* South African Airlink \* LATAM Airlines Group \* Lufthansa \* Air France \* Edelweiss Air \* Condor \* Qatar Airways \* Virgin Atlantic \* Ethiopian Airlines \* Delta \* South African Airways First class cabins are available on Emirates, British Airways, and Lufthansa. ### How do I earn miles on a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) flight with Expedia? It's easy to earn miles on a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of [One Key™](https://www.expedia.ca/welcome-one-key), you can also earn OneKeyCash™\* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia. \*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands. ### What airports do you fly into for New York, NY (JFK) from Cape Town (CPT)? If you're planning to travel to New York from Cape Town Intl. (CPT), you can fly directly into John F. Kennedy Intl. (JFK). Some flights may connect through major hubs like O.R. Tambo Intl. (JNB), Dubai Intl. (DXB), or Franz Josef Strauss Intl. (MUC) before reaching New York. Compare routes and airports on Expedia to find the best flight options for your travel plans. ### Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) at the last minute? Typically, booking a last minute flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare. ### Is it cheaper to book a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) flight and hotel package? Securing a Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) [flight and hotel package](https://www.expedia.ca/new-york.d178293.destination-travel-guides) is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars. ### Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)? If you booked your Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in [your itinerary](https://www.expedia.ca/trips) or confirmation email. Or, head to our [Customer Service portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter/) if you'd like more information. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Cape Town Intl. Airport | | ------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Destination airport | John F. 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