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£592 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Johannesburg

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Johannesburg departing on 14/7. 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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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Johannesburg, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from New York to Johannesburg (JFK-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Johannesburg 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.

Recent return flight deals from New York to Johannesburg

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Johannesburg.
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Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 08:20JFK-JNB
34h 35m1 stop
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09:50 - 09:00JNB-JFK
29h 10m1 stop
£691Etihad Airways
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Mon, 6 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
22:40 - 08:20JFK-JNB
27h 40m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 16:05JNB-JFK
36h 15m1 stop
£729Etihad Airways
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sun, 14 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:45 - 10:35JFK-JNB
21h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 22:40JNB-JFK
34h 45m1 stop
£770Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 3 Sep - Mon, 8 Sep
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 03:55JFK-JNB
23h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 20:00JNB-JFK
27h 10m2 stops
£785Ethiopian Air
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Mon, 6 Oct - Fri, 17 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:45 - 10:35JFK-JNB
21h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:55 - 10:55JNB-JFK
23h 00m1 stop
£814Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 1 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 03:55JFK-JNB
23h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 20:00JNB-JFK
27h 10m2 stops
£823Ethiopian Air
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Sat, 11 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
British Airways Logo
18:45 - 07:00JFK-JNB
30h 15m1 stop
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 17:45JNB-JFK
26h 30m1 stop
£943British Airways
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Tue, 7 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
British Airways Logo
19:30 - 07:00JFK-JNB
29h 30m1 stop
British Airways Logo
21:15 - 18:05JNB-JFK
26h 50m1 stop
£944British Airways
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Thu, 15 May - Mon, 19 May
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 05:30JFK-JNB
25h 10m2 stops
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 14:25JNB-JFK
25h 15m1 stop
£990Emirates
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Sun, 5 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
Emirates Logo
11:20 - 16:15JFK-JNB
22h 55m1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:20 - 18:55JNB-JFK
26h 35m2 stops
£1,027Emirates
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Sun, 5 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Johannesburg on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to Johannesburg. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is April, where tickets cost £807 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,278 and £1,154 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York to Johannesburg

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£592
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York to Johannesburg

When to book flights from New York to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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 New York to Johannesburg flights

  • Can I take my pet on a Kenya Airways flight from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport?

    Kenya Airways is pet-friendly and does not charge extra for bringing a live animal on board. When traveling in the cargo area, a dog does not need a kennel or cage as long as it is securely tied and is not utilizing a seat. Your pet will be fine in the cargo hold because it has the same temperature and pressure conditions as the cabin passengers.

  • What steps is Etihad taking to become more eco-friendly?

    Etihad Airways, a common carrier for flights from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, is taking many steps to reduce its carbon footprint. Their Boeing 787-10 "Etihad Greenliner" and Airbus 350-1000 "Sustainable50" aircraft are used in the Etihad Greenliner Programme, which investigates environmentally friendly technologies and sustainable fuels. In addition to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and noise pollution, the company's fuel-efficient planes also feature reduced use of disposable plastics.

  • Can my unaccompanied child travel with American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, American Airlines allows unaccompanied minors to travel from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport. The airline offers dedicated staff assistance and supervision throughout the journey, from check-in to arrival. Additional services include priority boarding, connection assistance, and continuous monitoring by airline personnel on board and at the airports.

  • Can passengers from New York connect to other cities from OR Tambo Airport after landing?

    The airport is closest to several cities, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, located north of the airport, and Ekurhuleni, a metropolitan municipality adjacent to Johannesburg. Passengers can travel to these cities by bus or taxi. Many airlines also offer domestic flights between the airport and the cities.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was £794 for a one-way ticket and £927 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Johannesburg?

    On your way to Johannesburg, you’ll fly out from New York John F Kennedy Intl. You’ll be landing at Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Johannesburg?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

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

    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 New York to Johannesburg.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from New York 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 New York to Johannesburg?

    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 Johannesburg with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

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

    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 Johannesburg from New York 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • When flying from John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to OR Tambo Airport (JNB), you can rest easy knowing that your pet will receive the same high-quality care as you do, thanks to Qatar Airways' comprehensive pet services. Their devoted staff provides various services, including transport for pets and help filling out paperwork. To ensure pets' safety, health, and comfort in transit, Qatar Airways has built state-of-the-art facilities expressly for this purpose.
  • Consider flying with RwandAir to enjoy their baggage allowance policy. Each passenger is allowed one suitcase with dimensions of 22 by 15 by 8 inches and a maximum weight of 21 lbs. Wheelchairs and crutches may be brought on board by passengers who need them. Passengers carrying a baby carrycot may also bring light supplies such as bedding, diapers, feeding bottles, and enough food, as long as the overall weight does not exceed 26 lbs.
  • Passengers flying from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport can enhance their travel experience by upgrading to high-class tickets for exceptional amenities and reduced fatigue. For Qatar Airways flights, upgrading from Economy Class to Premium can transform a good flight into a great one. Enjoy added comfort and perks, making the long journey more enjoyable and memorable.
  • When flying from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport on Turkish Airlines, passengers should note that carry-on baggage allowances differ depending on the travel class. In Economy Class, travelers can bring one cabin baggage item weighing a maximum of 17 lbs, with dimensions not exceeding 9 x 15 x 21 inches. On the other hand, Business Class passengers are allowed two cabin baggage items, adhering to the same weight and dimension restrictions mentioned earlier.
  • Passengers from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport using Ethiopian Air should know that Ethiopian Airlines strives to provide a satisfying dining experience for all passengers, making their travel more enjoyable. They ensure passengers receive complimentary meals and beverages, including alcoholic drinks, on all their flights. In Economy Class, passengers enjoy a three-course meal accompanied by a selection of beverages.

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