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Cheapest return flight
£665
Typical prices: £655-£890
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/11Wed 28/11
JNB - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£724
Typical prices: £725-£1,031
United Airlines
Wed 26/12Fri 4/5
JNB - EWR • Direct
Direct flights
6 days a week
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 16h 16m
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Top routes
JNB - LGA
Cheapest • 6% average savings
JNB - JFK
Most popular
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 6% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 10% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg £680 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 21h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to New York (JNB-NYC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to New York

Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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00:20 - 22:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark
29h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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00:25 - 10:55EWR  Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 30m1 stop Istanbul
£665Turkish Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 19:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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08:00 - 19:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£673Virgin Atlantic
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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21:20 - 17:36JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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19:01 - 08:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 39m1 stop London Heathrow
£674Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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20:15 - 22:47JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Boston Logan Intl
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08:35 - 19:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£674Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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20:15 - 20:53JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark
30h 38m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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15:18 - 19:10EWR  Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£674Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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20:15 - 20:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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15:10 - 19:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£677Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 21 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
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20:15 - 22:47JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Boston Logan Intl
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11:30 - 19:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£677Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 22:47JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 32m2 stops London Heathrow Boston Logan Intl
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:30 - 19:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£677Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 5 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr
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23:15 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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19:10 - 21:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£733KLM
Mon, 5 Apr - Mon, 26 Apr
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23:15 - 17:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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17:30 - 21:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
£742KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York typically range from £655 to £890. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £665 on Turkish Airlines.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flight route?

There's little price difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York routes. They average around £732 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York at £666 return.
•July (£792) and June (£779) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 18% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 6% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Johannesburg to New York

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on EWR

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on JNB

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£480
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York:

    • Earliest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 14:16
    • Latest: departs at 22:00 and lands at 14:16.

    The flight takes about 16h 16m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York takes 16h 16m, covering 7,979 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York range from £655 to £890, with an average of £736 over the past 12 months. Anything below £655 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the £736 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £680 return via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), compared with £839 for direct.

  • How are flight departures from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £579, which is 14% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around £16:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around £12:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Dollar

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around £21:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £726 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £820, a difference of £94.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 24m, compared to 22h 01m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 22h 48m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York?

    New York is 6 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights?

    Among airlines operating Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £726, about £94 less than Saturday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 6% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York trip for February. Fares historically average £666 return in that month – typically £126 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £680 return on this route – about £159 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.

    • Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport
    • Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG

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