S$1,019 Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town

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Cheap Flights from New York to Cape Town (JFK-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$1,019 for one-way flights and S$1,936 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,936 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,936
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$1,936 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,963 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,963
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$1,963 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,995 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,995
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$1,995 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,027 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,027
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,027 found 3 days ago
Delta
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,074 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,074
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,074 found 3 days ago
KLM
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,103 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,103
Return
found 3 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,103 found 3 days ago
Condor
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,119 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,119
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,119 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,128 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,128
Return
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,128 found 3 days ago
Condor
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,288 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,288
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,288 found 3 days ago
Iberia
Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov
JFK
New York
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,373 Return, found 3 days ago
S$2,373
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from New York to Cape Town, returning Fri, 28 Nov, priced at S$2,373 found 3 days ago

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From S$1,172 - S$1,959 per traveller.
New York to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Return price
S$1,935
Distance
12487 km

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JFK to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
If you're travelling from JFK to CPT, round-trip journeys start from S$1,936. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't delay. Book today and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to CPT?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your break, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from JFK Airport to CPT that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for JFK Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JFK to CPT?
With a flight distance of 12,600 kilometres between Jamaica and Cape Town, this is a long journey. Make sure you drink lots of water and go for a short walk down the aisle every so often.
Which airlines fly direct from JFK Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly direct between John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT). You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops.
Are John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so not always. While last-minute flight deals between JFK Airport and Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines publicize their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to book when the price is low.

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