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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg from R8 819

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21:45 - 3:55EWR-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
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14:30 - 8:55JNB-EWR
24h 25m1 stop
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14:30 - 8:55JNB-EWR
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1:25 - 10:50EWR-JNB
27h 25m1 stop
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19:10 - 22:30JNB-EWR
34h 20m1 stop
R18 028Turkish Airlines
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0:25 - 10:50EWR-JNB
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34h 25m1 stop
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13:45 - 0:25JFK-JNB
28h 40m1 stop
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20h 35m1 stop
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1:20 - 2:20JFK-JNB
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31h 15m1 stop
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1:20 - 9:35JFK-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
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42h 00m2 stops
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Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 0:25JFK-JNB
28h 40m1 stop
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12:10 - 7:35JNB-JFK
25h 25m1 stop
R19 901Kenya Airways
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6:00 - 20:30LGA-JNB
32h 30m2 stops
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19:00 - 16:52JNB-LGA
27h 52m2 stops
R26 617United Airlines
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14:59 - 20:30LGA-JNB
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Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Sept 14
EWR21:45Newark
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 28
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 25m
2 stops
EWR8:55Newark
R17 268
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 16
EWR21:45Newark
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sept 30
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 25m
2 stops
EWR8:55Newark
R17 427
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Ethiopian Air
Sept 16
EWR21:45Newark
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 14
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 25m
2 stops
EWR8:55Newark
R17 462
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Virgin Atlantic flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Sept 22
LGA18:00New York LaGuardia
19h 40m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 11
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 47m
1 stop
LGA22:42New York LaGuardia
R26 352
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Virgin Atlantic
Sept 29
LGA18:00New York LaGuardia
19h 40m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 6
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 49m
1 stop
LGA20:44New York LaGuardia
R26 529
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Virgin Atlantic
Sept 20
LGA14:00New York LaGuardia
23h 40m
1 stop
JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
Oct 6
JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 50m
2 stops
LGA17:30New York LaGuardia
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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 3 september 2025.
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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

tis 30/9

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tis 28/10

14:30-8:55

1 stop24h 25m

R17 268

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

tis 16/9

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tis 30/9

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R17 427

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

mån 27/10

1:25-10:50

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tis 18/11

19:10-22:30

1 stop34h 20m

R18 028

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

sön 2/11

0:25-10:50

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ons 12/11

19:05-22:30

1 stop34h 25m

R18 222

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

ons 22/10

13:45-0:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sön 26/10

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

R19 671

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mån 29/9

1:20-2:20

2 stops43h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tis 7/10

13:55-15:10

1 stop31h 15m

R19 707

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sön 19/10

1:20-9:35

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 23/10

3:10-15:10

2 stops42h 00m

R19 742

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

fre 19/9

13:45-0:25

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tis 30/9

12:10-7:35

1 stop25h 25m

R19 901

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

tors 18/9

6:00-20:30

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ons 24/9

19:00-16:52

2 stops27h 52m

R26 617

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

mån 22/9

14:59-20:30

2 stops23h 31m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sön 5/10

19:00-23:43

2 stops34h 43m

R26 794

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 512, 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 April, then departing from New York during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R20 856.

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 Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as R28 019. 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 R34 203.

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

Flying to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R19 329 when looking at flights departing at midday. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the afternoon when prices are around R31 270.

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 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 R22 589 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 R17 780 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 7% 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 September 2025, prices for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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

R12 943

Fastest flight time

14h 45m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York in the past 72 hours is R12 943. The best return flight deal from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R28 019.
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 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is United Airlines..
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  • 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. 19h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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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.

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Best airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Rating
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R14 870Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 954 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 314Free CancellationRating
7,2
851 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R19 381Free CancellationRating
6,9
280 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R20 376Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 621 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R24 092Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 937 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 R1 363 round-trip, up to an average price of R1 866. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7,4/10.

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