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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg from R8 235

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:30 - 19:40
EWR
-
JNB
29h 10m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 12:18
JNB
-
EWR
20h 23m
1 stop
R13 654Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Sep 3
Virgin Atlantic Logo
15:20 - 19:40
EWR
-
JNB
22h 20m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 17:54
JNB
-
EWR
27h 39m
2 stops
R13 984Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Sep 3
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:00 - 19:40
EWR
-
JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:55 - 20:47
JNB
-
EWR
28h 52m
1 stop
R14 231Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 6
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:30 - 19:40
EWR
-
JNB
29h 10m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:40 - 20:47
JNB
-
EWR
30h 07m
2 stops
R14 692Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Jan 15
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 - 9:10
JFK
-
JNB
25h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
14:05 - 9:00
JNB
-
JFK
24h 55m
1 stop
R17 871Qatar Airways
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Sep 7
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 - 9:10
JFK
-
JNB
25h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 15:10
JNB
-
JFK
24h 15m
1 stop
R17 986Qatar Airways
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 7
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 10:55
JFK
-
JNB
38h 10m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 6:35
JNB
-
JFK
25h 30m
1 stop
R18 184Kenya Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 0:15
JFK
-
JNB
28h 30m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 7:35
JNB
-
JFK
20h 35m
1 stop
R18 299Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 21:35
LGA
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JNB
23h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 19:11
JNB
-
LGA
28h 56m
2 stops
R18 480Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 21:35
LGA
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JNB
24h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 22:21
JNB
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LGA
32h 06m
2 stops
R19 056Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jul 25 - Mon, Aug 3

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Qatar Airways flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Aug 14
JFK1:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 7
JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 55m
1 stop
JFK9:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 871
Qatar Airways
Aug 28
JFK1:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 50m
1 stop
JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 7
JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 15m
1 stop
JFK15:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 986
Qatar Airways
Aug 18
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 26
JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 35m
1 stop
JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
R18 249

Emirates flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Emirates deals on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Emirates
Sept 29
EWR23:55Newark
47h 35m
2 stops
JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 9
JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 50m
1 stop
EWR21:20Newark
R21 379
Emirates
Sept 29
EWR23:55Newark
47h 35m
2 stops
JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 9
JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 50m
1 stop
EWR21:20Newark
R21 428
Emirates
Sept 29
EWR23:55Newark
38h 40m
2 stops
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 9
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
53h 00m
2 stops
EWR21:20Newark
R21 856

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 27 June 2026.
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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 12/8

8:30-19:40

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

21:55-12:18

1 stop20h 23m

R13 654

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 12/8

15:20-19:40

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

20:15-17:54

2 stops27h 39m

R13 984

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 28/9

12:00-19:40

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

21:55-20:47

1 stop28h 52m

R14 231

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 9/9

8:30-19:40

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

21:40-20:47

2 stops30h 07m

R14 692

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 14/8

1:20-9:10

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:05-9:00

1 stop24h 55m

R17 871

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 28/8

1:20-9:10

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:55-15:10

1 stop24h 15m

R17 986

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/12

13:45-10:55

1 stop38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

12:05-6:35

1 stop25h 30m

R18 184
Fastest return journey

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

13:45-0:15

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

R18 299

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Sat 29/8

16:00-21:35

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

20:15-19:11

2 stops28h 56m

R18 480

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Sat 25/7

15:00-21:35

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

20:15-22:21

2 stops32h 06m

R19 056

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around R1 812, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during the month of December, then departing from New York during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R2 289.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as R26 766. 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 R35 992.

What is the cheapest New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around R20 758 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York for as low as R18 496 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

How have New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (NYC to JNB) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

R21 964

Fastest flight time

14h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York in the past 72 hours is R21 964. The best return flight deal from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R32 551.
The fastest flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 14h 45m
Direct flights go from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport every day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • How far is New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    New York and Johannesburg OR Tambo are 12841,3 km apart from one another. 14h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Best airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R9 635Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 736 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 319Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 007 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R23 637Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 898 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

    United Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, operating 7 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport starts from R23 637 round-trip, up to an average price of R31 874. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7,4/10.

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