What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to United States on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from Johannesburg to United States as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 21:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to United States on average per week?

As of March 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Johannesburg to United States. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to United States?

Etihad Airways, RwandAir, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to United States

Which airlines fly to United States?

Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Johannesburg according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United States flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to United States?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to United States are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to United States?

As of March 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to United States.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to United States?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to United States.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to United States 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 United States. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Johannesburg and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

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9:45 - 14:40

JNB

BOS

34h 55m

1 stop

16:25 - 8:15

BOS

JNB

33h 50m

1 stop

R13 650Etihad Airways

Sun, May 10 - Mon, May 18

9:45 - 10:25

JNB

IAD

30h 40m

1 stop

14:05 - 8:10

IAD

JNB

36h 05m

1 stop

R13 650Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13

14:45 - 15:55

JNB

ATL

31h 10m

1 stop

20:30 - 4:00

ATL

JNB

25h 30m

1 stop

R17 024Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 25 - Sun, Aug 9

19:25 - 12:00

JNB

LGA

46h 35m

2 stops

17:45 - 9:25

LGA

JNB

33h 40m

2 stops

R17 518British Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21

19:25 - 7:23

JNB

LGA

41h 58m

2 stops

17:29 - 9:25

LGA

JNB

33h 56m

2 stops

R17 552British Airways

Wed, Jun 3 - Sun, Jun 7

18:00 - 12:50

JNB

SFO

27h 50m

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9:30 - 21:20

SFO

JNB

26h 50m

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R18 625KLM

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

14:45 - 15:30

JNB

DFW

31h 45m

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22:50 - 15:20

DFW

JNB

33h 30m

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R19 171Qatar Airways

Tue, May 5 - Tue, Aug 4

20:25 - 21:10

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DAL

31h 45m

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18:44 - 8:45

DAL

JNB

31h 01m

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R21 931Virgin Atlantic

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

21:55 - 17:58

JNB

DAL

27h 03m

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18:44 - 8:45

DAL

JNB

31h 01m

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R23 363Virgin Atlantic

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

23:15 - 21:10

JNB

DAL

28h 55m

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12:22 - 21:20

DAL

JNB

25h 58m

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R23 942KLM

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

British Airways flights from Johannesburg to United States

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British Airways

May 24

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 10m

1 stop

BOS12:35Boston Logan Intl

Jun 13

BOS23:30Boston Logan Intl

27h 55m

2 stops

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 189

British Airways

May 24

JNB19:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 10m

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BOS12:35Boston Logan Intl

Jun 13

BOS23:30Boston Logan Intl

27h 55m

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JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 291

British Airways

May 7

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

EWR13:55Newark

May 11

EWR21:25Newark

30h 00m

1 stop

JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 825

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to United States

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Kenya Airways

Sept 3

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sept 14

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 110

Kenya Airways

May 10

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

May 17

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 433

Kenya Airways

May 7

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

May 14

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 553

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Mon 11/5

20:25-21:10

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Dallas Love Field

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18:44-8:45

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21:55-17:58

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23:15-21:10

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12:22-21:20

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R14 399. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to United States from Johannesburg during February instead. Flights to United States in February, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around R14 621.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to United States. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R18 690. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R23 216.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to United States flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for the best Johannesburg - United States flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around R15 180 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from Johannesburg for as low as R14 348 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to United States flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to United States 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 United States	4 297 airports

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to United States takes 15h 35m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to United States every day.

There are 4 297 airports in United States. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Newark (EWR), Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to United States?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to United States are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to United States?
As of March 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to United States.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to United States?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to United States.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to United States 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 United States. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom R6 822	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 336 reviews	Search Delta flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 837	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 430 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R12 639	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 502 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 553 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R12 961	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R12 987	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 494 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R13 112	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 301 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 119	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 981 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 166	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 822 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 478 reviews	Search KLM flights

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