Which airlines fly to New York?

Kenya Airways is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to New York. United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways are also popular choices when flying to New York from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to New York will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Emirates Flights to New York

There are 26 Emirates flights to New York in a normal week. The most common departure point is Dubai Intl and the best Emirates ticket price seen on momondo is R15 079 (last 72 hours, from Cape Town Intl, to New York). Emirates has a score of 8,1 from 3 339 user reviews on momondo.

Delta Flights to New York

Delta flights to New York can start from as low as R13 609 (return, from Cape Town Intl, found in the last 72 hours). Over 134 flights that Delta operates to New York in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular Delta flight to New York is from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Delta has been rated 7,9/10 by momondo users, in 7 961 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to New York?

Flight times from South Africa to New York vary, but if you’re flying out of Johannesburg OR Tambo and flying into New York John F Kennedy Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h on average. Another popular route from South Africa to New York is flying from Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl, which will take roughly 22h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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9:50 - 16:05JNB-JFK

36h 15m1 stop

14:55 - 8:30JFK-JNB

35h 35m1 stop

R13 666Etihad Airways

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So, Okt 5 - So, Okt 19

9:50 - 9:00JNB-JFK

29h 10m1 stop

14:25 - 8:20JFK-JNB

34h 55m1 stop

R13 684Etihad Airways

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Do, Okt 9 - Do, Nov 6

12:10 - 7:35JNB-JFK

25h 25m1 stop

13:45 - 0:25JFK-JNB

28h 40m1 stop

R13 875Kenya Airways

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Di, Sep 30 - Mi, Okt 8

1:25 - 7:35JNB-JFK

36h 10m1 stop

13:45 - 10:55JFK-JNB

39h 10m1 stop

R13 927Kenya Airways

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Mi, Okt 22 - Di, Apr 14

20:40 - 16:00JNB-JFK

25h 20m1 stop

8:30 - 19:40JFK-JNB

29h 10m1 stop

R14 291Virgin Atlantic

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So, Sep 28 - So, Okt 19

20:40 - 21:25JNB-JFK

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8:30 - 19:40JFK-JNB

29h 10m1 stop

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20:50 - 18:35EWR-JNB

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R15 594United Airlines

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20:50 - 18:35EWR-JNB

14h 45mdirect

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23:00 - 17:10JFK-DUR

35h 10m1 stop

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JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 5/10

9:50-16:05

1 stop36h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

So 19/10

14:55-8:30

1 stop35h 35m

R13 666

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 9/10

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Do 6/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R13 684

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 30/9

12:10-7:35

1 stop25h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 8/10

13:45-0:25

1 stop28h 40m

R13 875

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 22/10

1:25-7:35

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Di 14/4

13:45-10:55

1 stop39h 10m

R13 927

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 28/9

20:40-16:00

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

So 19/10

8:30-19:40

1 stop29h 10m

R14 291

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 28/9

20:40-21:25

1 stop30h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

So 19/10

8:30-19:40

1 stop29h 10m

R14 326

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 2/2

22:00-7:20

Nonstop16h 20m

Newark

Mo 9/2

20:50-18:35

Nonstop14h 45m

R15 594

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 2/2

22:00-7:20

Nonstop16h 20m

Newark

Fr 13/2

20:50-18:35

Nonstop14h 45m

R15 611

DurbanNew York

DUR - JFK

DURJFK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sa 1/11

19:10-9:15

1 stop44h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sa 8/11

23:00-17:10

1 stop35h 10m

R20 508

DurbanNew York

DUR - JFK

DURJFK

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mi 15/10

18:40-8:50

1 stop44h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mi 22/10

11:20-16:35

1 stop23h 15m

R20 543

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New York flights insights and trends

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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 South Africa, with most prices found around R14 726. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to New York from South Africa during November instead. Flights to New York in November, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R15 108.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to New York?

R3 688 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to New York. This flight is from Portland, Maine and is 73% cheaper than most flights to New York. To find the cheapest price to New York from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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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 South Africa is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R19 919. 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 R25 125.

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 South Africa to New York in the afternoon for as low as R14 034. 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 R21 847 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around R15 728 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 South Africa for as low as R15 003 on momondo.

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Summary info about New York flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R8 648
Best Round-Trip Price	R13 666
Fastest flight time	23h 05m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to New York from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R8 648 (Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to New York from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R13 666 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl).

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The fastest flight to New York from South Africa takes 23h 05m (Cape Town Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to New York, with a 0% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to New York

When is it best to fly to New York to go sightseeing?

The best time to plan to fly to New York to go sightseeing would be when the temperature is not unbearable and the chance of rain is only moderate. Considering those guidelines, April, May, or September seem like the best times of year to plan your visit.

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

We recommend purchasing flights from South Africa to New York 63 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to New York for R16 226.

Is there an alternative airport near New York?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near New York is possible. If you are planning a flight to New York, consider booking flights to New York LaGuardia Airport (10 km from New York city centre), Newark Airport (17 km from New York city centre) or New Windsor Stewart Airport (83 km from New York city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into New York?

New York LaGuardia Airport has an average price of R3 470 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting New York. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.

Are there flights to Lower East Side?

Yes, you can travel to Lower East Side via a flight to New York LaGuardia airport in New York (Lower East Side is 11,5 km from the airport).

What’s the closest airport to Times Square?

The airport which is nearest to Times Square is New York LaGuardia. It is 9,6 km away and is in New York.

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

Prices for flights to New York are updated daily.

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

There are 15 operators available for flights to New York as of September 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to New York.

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

The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to New York?

Finding the right flight to New York is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to New York quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to New York with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to New York with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to New York?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to New York.

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