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

Egyptair and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Johannesburg

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of December 2025, 6 flights take off from New York and land in Johannesburg each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

Flight times from New York to Johannesburg vary, but if you’re flying out of Newark and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 14h 45m on average. Another popular route from New York to Johannesburg is flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which will take roughly 21h. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The number of operators available for flights from New York to Johannesburg is 5 as of December 2025.

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

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 from New York to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

R9 307 Cheap Flights from New York to Johannesburg in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R22 441 to R35 137. The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 287.

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10:00 - 13:05

EWR

JNB

20h 05m1 stop

14:30 - 8:00

JNB

EWR

24h 30m2 stops

R16 287Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 1

11:00 - 13:05

EWR

JNB

20h 05m1 stop

14:30 - 9:00

JNB

EWR

24h 30m2 stops

R16 405Ethiopian Air

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 24

21:45 - 3:55

EWR

JNB

24h 10m2 stops

14:30 - 8:55

JNB

EWR

24h 25m2 stops

R16 793Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 9 - Sun, Apr 19

0:25 - 10:50

EWR

JNB

27h 25m1 stop

19:10 - 23:30

JNB

EWR

34h 20m1 stop

R17 046Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17

1:25 - 10:50

EWR

JNB

27h 25m1 stop

19:10 - 23:30

JNB

EWR

34h 20m1 stop

R17 063Turkish Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 24

11:20 - 15:35

JFK

JNB

22h 15m1 stop

16:50 - 9:00

JNB

JFK

46h 10m2 stops

R18 580Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 24

11:20 - 15:35

JFK

JNB

22h 15m1 stop

3:10 - 8:50

JNB

JFK

35h 40m2 stops

R18 631Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 20 - Tue, Mar 31

15:45 - 8:20

JFK

JNB

34h 35m1 stop

9:50 - 16:05

JNB

JFK

36h 15m1 stop

R18 648Etihad Airways

Fri, Mar 27 - Wed, Apr 29

13:45 - 15:50

JFK

JNB

19h 05m1 stop

17:00 - 6:35

JNB

JFK

20h 35m1 stop

R18 665Kenya Airways

Fri, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 5

13:45 - 15:50

JFK

JNB

19h 05m1 stop

17:00 - 7:35

JNB

JFK

20h 35m1 stop

R18 749Kenya Airways

Mon, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 8

Qatar Airways flights from New York to Johannesburg

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Qatar Airways

Mar 18

JFK11:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 24

JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 10m

2 stops

JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 580

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Mar 20

JFK11:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 31

JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

35h 40m

2 stops

JFK8:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 631

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Qatar Airways

Mar 9

JFK21:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 15m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 24

JNB11:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 05m

2 stops

JFK15:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 867

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Etihad Airways flights from New York to Johannesburg

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Etihad Airways

Mar 27

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 15m

1 stop

JFK16:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 648

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Etihad Airways

Dec 15

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 18

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m

1 stop

JFK9:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

R26 943

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Dec 15

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 15

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m

1 stop

JFK9:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

R27 280

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 19/1

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

R16 287

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 9/3

11:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-9:00

2 stops24h 30m

R16 405

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 9/4

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R16 793

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 3/3

0:25-10:50

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

19:10-23:30

1 stop34h 20m

R17 046

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 8/3

1:25-10:50

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-23:30

1 stop34h 20m

R17 063

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

11:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

16:50-9:00

2 stops46h 10m

R18 580

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/3

11:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

3:10-8:50

2 stops35h 40m

R18 631

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/3

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

9:50-16:05

1 stop36h 15m

R18 648

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/2

13:45-15:50

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

17:00-6:35

1 stop20h 35m

R18 665

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

13:45-15:50

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

R18 749

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R18 867. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from New York averaging around R20 435.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Johannesburg is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R26 077. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R32 629.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R18 439. Flying to Johannesburg at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around R29 830.

What is the cheapest New York to Johannesburg flight route?

Fly from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best New York - Johannesburg flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R21 358 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from New York for as low as R15 680 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Johannesburg 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	14h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Johannesburg	2 airports

The fastest flight from New York to Johannesburg takes 14h 45m

Direct flights go from New York to Johannesburg every day.

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg. From New York there are direct flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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How far is New York to Johannesburg by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York to Johannesburg is 12830,0 km. Typically, this will take 14h 45m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Johannesburg?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to Johannesburg is 5 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Johannesburg?
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 from New York to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 679 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R14 043	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 092 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 609	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 906 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R18 489	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 287 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R24 187	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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