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£544 Find Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Johannesburg to New York departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
£622
Typical prices: £645-£593
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/9Mon 14/9
JNB - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£544
Typical prices: £368-£482
Emirates
Fri 5/6
JNB - JFK • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from £622 (return)
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg and New York. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £554 (return)
Shortest trip • 24h 19m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to New York (JNB-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Johannesburg to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to New York

Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 16:00
JNB
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JFK
36h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 08:20
JFK
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JNB
34h 35m
1 stop
£622Etihad Airways
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 16:00
JNB
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JFK
36h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 08:20
JFK
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JNB
34h 35m
1 stop
£622Etihad Airways
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 16:00
JNB
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JFK
36h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 08:20
JFK
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JNB
34h 35m
1 stop
£623Etihad Airways
Fri, 10 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 16:00
JNB
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JFK
36h 10m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 08:20
JFK
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JNB
34h 35m
1 stop
£654Etihad Airways
Mon, 1 Jun - Sat, 6 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 16:40
JNB
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JFK
26h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
22:05 - 04:00
JFK
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JNB
23h 55m
1 stop
£737Qatar Airways
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 07:35
JNB
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JFK
20h 35m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 15:50
JFK
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JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
£752Kenya Airways
Mon, 1 Jun - Sat, 6 Jun
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 18:55
JNB
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JFK
26h 35m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
11:20 - 16:15
JFK
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JNB
22h 55m
1 stop
£753Emirates
Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 - 07:35
JNB
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JFK
25h 25m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 15:50
JFK
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JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
£758Kenya Airways
Fri, 24 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 22:30
JNB
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JFK
32h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
22:05 - 04:00
JFK
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JNB
23h 55m
1 stop
£762Qatar Airways
Fri, 24 Apr - Wed, 13 May
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 16:40
JNB
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JFK
26h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
22:05 - 04:00
JFK
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JNB
23h 55m
1 stop
£763Qatar Airways
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Johannesburg to New York flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in September.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost £620 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £718 and £712 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£544
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • Does John F. Kennedy International Airport offer disabled access?

    The John F. Kennedy International Airport offers special accommodation for passengers with a disability. Note that you should arrange for all wheelchair services or oxygen requirements through the airline before the flight. The airport offers the Artificial Intelligence Remote Assistance, an app you can download that assists you to know what is near or in front of you. Each terminal also has a wheelchair accessible restroom. To locate one, ask at the information booth in Arrivals. For further assistance at the airport, you can talk to customer care representatives, who are visible as they wear red jackets.

  • Which transportation options can I use at John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    To travel from John F. Kennedy International Airport, you can use different options, including taxis. You will find taxi stands outside each terminal. Taxi fares include a flat rate of $52 (R921.73) to the first destination. The taximeter and receipt will reflect the flat rate. The airport is also connected to New York City via the subway. From the Jamaica and Howard Beach Stations, you should take the A Line. The fare is $8 (R141.8) for the train and $2.75 subway fee for a total of $10.75 (R190.55).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was £544 for a one-way ticket and £622 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to New York, KLM or Virgin Atlantic?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to New York are KLM and Virgin Atlantic. With an average price for the route of £680 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Virgin Atlantic is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £615 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • If you want to travel from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), you can fly via Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), which is served by many airlines, including KLM, Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific, Air France and Virgin Atlantic.
  • At Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport, you can catch up with your spiritual routine by visiting the prayer room or chapel. The airport offers a Christian Chapel in Terminal B, on Level 2. A Muslim Prayer room is also available in Terminal A, Arrivals basement.
  • You can find baby care facilities at John F. Kennedy International Airport if you want to nurse your young one. These nursing stations are located in Terminal 1 near Gate 1 (Gate C70), in Terminal 4 near Gate A3, in Terminal 5, near gates 1, 12 and 27.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Johannesburg to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1499 reviews
7.3Food
8.4Crew
7.2Entertainment
7.8Boarding
7.7Comfort
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The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

2.0 MediocreRakesh, Mar 2026
AMS - BOM
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The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

It was really nice journey i personally recommend klm flight

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Delay and had to run between flight to get my connection due to this delay but besides that the overall experience was ok. I arrived with just an hour of delay.

At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

Flight was ok but lack of communication cost me to literally beg to be put on another flight as connecting flight had departed

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

Seating and zone. The minor I went with didn’t even seat close to me

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food has been disappointing in both legs of flight to india

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Flight got canceled due to Middle East conflict. Just fly hasn’t refunded me the money

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

It was excellent service in the snow storm gives us hotel and transportation. It will be more better if u can add one more meal because it’s a long flight boring journey. If you give extra meal time passes faster and can enjoy the trip better

Food quality and varites were very minimum. Surprised to have no desserts. Business class tickets should have lounge access and seats selection. They should be allowed to board while people with wheel chair, secial assistance and family with childrem.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Good flight. There were a few issues with the flat bed. It was some technical issues. Otherwise everything was good

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

The crew could have been more friendly and could have offered to make the beds. Also, Ethiad should have more vegetarian food options.

From the start of my vacation at Logan Airport, Boston it was chaotic. I'm praying my flight home is better .I'm grateful that we landed safe

On this flight...fine. The one from India to Abu Dahbi, awful.

Overall good experience but for long distances there really needs to be more room.

there really needs to be more room with each seat for such a long flight.

They boarded backwards so our zone meant nothing!!! My TV was broken, the remote was broke, the head set jack was broke! So i was stuck for 15 hours with no form of entertainment!!! The service was ok but they didn't check on us or serve many snacks. They acted like you were a burden when you hit the call button.

The plane was delayed almost three hours because boarding was unorganized then we were delayed even longer because the plane had an issue. The plane didn't look well maintained, there was also alot of tape on the exterior. I won't fly kenya air ways again after this trip.

Sadly, flights were delayed both ways with no reasons given other than " operational".

The crew was good but the entertainment was poor . All old movies and TV shows and very few of them. Needs current entertainment. Seats too firm. Food just ok. Nice though to have option with upgrade of no one sitting in middle seat

I purchased the upgrade to have 3 seats open, so I was able to sleep 9 hours. Without that I would have been miserable

Our luggage was supposed to be checked through from Arusha to Cape Town. We didn't know that it was a self transfer in Johannisburg. Kayak should not have sold this flight combination with out a self transfer alert.

There was chaos checking because of a canceled flight the day prior. Also, we had an issue with tickets. The KQ agent went above a d beyond to help us get on board the flight Overall the 13+ hour flight is uncomfortable in coach. I may try to upgrade on return

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

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