How many flights depart from Johannesburg to New York on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to New York. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to New York?

Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Johannesburg according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to New York?

Kenya Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to New York

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to New York?

There are 13 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to New York as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to New York?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and New York?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R15 384 to R20 534. The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 208.

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14:30 - 9:00

JNB

EWR

24h 30m2 stops

10:55 - 13:05

EWR

JNB

20h 10m1 stop

R13 208Ethiopian Air

Thu, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 29

19:35 - 16:15

JNB

EWR

27h 40m2 stops

17:45 - 10:25

EWR

JNB

33h 40m2 stops

R13 327Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Sat, Feb 7

12:05 - 6:35

JNB

JFK

25h 30m1 stop

13:45 - 0:25

JFK

JNB

27h 40m1 stop

R13 735Kenya Airways

Mon, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 10

12:05 - 7:35

JNB

JFK

25h 30m1 stop

13:45 - 15:50

JFK

JNB

20h 05m1 stop

R13 752Kenya Airways

Thu, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 29

21:15 - 16:10

JNB

JFK

24h 55m1 stop

7:50 - 9:25

JFK

JNB

19h 35m1 stop

R13 837British Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Sat, May 9

22:00 - 13:25

JNB

JFK

22h 25m1 stop

15:20 - 19:00

JFK

JNB

20h 40m1 stop

R13 939Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 29

22:00 - 14:20

JNB

JFK

23h 20m1 stop

19:10 - 7:35

JFK

JNB

29h 25m1 stop

R13 956British Airways

Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30

22:00 - 20:14

JNB

LGA

29h 14m2 stops

14:59 - 19:00

LGA

JNB

21h 01m1 stop

R14 160Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3

19:45 - 9:53

JNB

LGA

45h 08m2 stops

10:28 - 9:30

LGA

JNB

40h 02m2 stops

R16 047United Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

19:45 - 18:44

JNB

LGA

53h 59m2 stops

15:20 - 9:30

LGA

JNB

35h 10m2 stops

R16 081United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

Air France flights from Johannesburg to New York

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Air France

Dec 16

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 55m

1 stop

JFK14:15New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 31

JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 398

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Air France

Jan 25

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

2 stops

JFK13:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 1

JFK16:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 35m

2 stops

JNB22:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 687

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Jan 21

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m

1 stop

EWR14:55Newark

Feb 3

EWR17:05Newark

36h 05m

1 stop

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 704

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Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to New York

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Etihad Airways

Feb 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 6

JFK15:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 650

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Feb 13

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m

1 stop

JFK8:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mar 23

JFK22:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 25m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 854

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Jan 21

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 26

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 905

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JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

14:30-9:00

2 stops24h 30m

Newark

Wed 29/4

10:55-13:05

1 stop20h 10m

R13 208

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:35-16:15

2 stops27h 40m

Newark

Sat 7/2

17:45-10:25

2 stops33h 40m

R13 327

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/12

12:05-6:35

1 stop25h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/1

13:45-0:25

1 stop27h 40m

R13 735

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

12:05-7:35

1 stop25h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

13:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

R13 752

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

21:15-16:10

1 stop24h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

7:50-9:25

1 stop19h 35m

R13 837

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/12

22:00-13:25

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 29/1

15:20-19:00

1 stop20h 40m

R13 939

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

22:00-14:20

1 stop23h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/1

19:10-7:35

1 stop29h 25m

R13 956

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

22:00-20:14

2 stops29h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/2

14:59-19:00

1 stop21h 01m

R14 160

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

19:45-9:53

2 stops45h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/1

10:28-9:30

2 stops40h 02m

R16 047

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:45-18:44

2 stops53h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/2

15:20-9:30

2 stops35h 10m

R16 081

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Johannesburg, with most prices found around R14 432. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to New York from Johannesburg during September instead. Flights to New York in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R14 551.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to New York from Johannesburg is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R18 033. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R23 650.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Johannesburg to New York in the afternoon for as low as R13 729. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to New York, so prices are often more expensive at around R20 452 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around R15 263 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Johannesburg for as low as R14 364 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to New York flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	15h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	3 airports

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to New York takes 15h 35m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to New York every day.

There are 3 airports in New York. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Newark (EWR).

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How far is Johannesburg to New York by plane?
There are 12830,0 km between Johannesburg and New York. By plane, this route typically takes 15h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to New York?
There are 13 operators available for flights from Johannesburg to New York as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to New York?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to New York

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 331 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R12 667	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 810 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R12 949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 675 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 066	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 902 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R13 092	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 287 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 176	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 434 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Delta	PriceFrom R13 322	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 008 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 502 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 432 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 058	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 089 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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