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Ethiopian Air Logo
20:55 - 3:55
JFK
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JNB
24h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 20:10
JNB
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JFK
27h 10m
2 stops
R13 786Ethiopian Air
Sun, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 9
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 3:55
JFK
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JNB
23h 55m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 20:00
JNB
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JFK
27h 10m
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R13 802Ethiopian Air
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:45 - 3:55
EWR
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JNB
24h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 19:45
JNB
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EWR
26h 55m
2 stops
R13 802Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 20
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:10 - 3:55
JFK
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JNB
23h 45m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 20:00
JNB
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JFK
27h 10m
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R13 818Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Apr 14
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 15:50
JFK
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JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
1:15 - 7:35
JNB
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JFK
36h 20m
1 stop
R13 850Kenya Airways
Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 27
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 15:50
JFK
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JNB
20h 05m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 7:35
JNB
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JFK
20h 35m
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R13 882Kenya Airways
Mon, May 11 - Tue, May 26
Etihad Airways Logo
15:00 - 8:20
JFK
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JNB
34h 20m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 9:20
JNB
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JFK
29h 30m
1 stop
R14 315Etihad Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:25 - 10:50
EWR
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JNB
27h 25m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 23:30
JNB
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EWR
34h 20m
1 stop
R16 399Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Mar 12
Qatar Airways Logo
14:15 - 3:55
LGA
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JNB
30h 40m
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20:30 - 21:12
JNB
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LGA
30h 42m
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R21 881Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 17
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14:15 - 3:55
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JNB
30h 40m
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Qatar Airways Logo
20:30 - 21:12
JNB
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LGA
30h 42m
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R21 897Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 17

Ethiopian Air flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Ethiopian Air
Feb 22
JFK20:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 00m
2 stops
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 9
JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 10m
2 stops
JFK20:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
R13 786
Ethiopian Air
Apr 12
EWR21:45Newark
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 20
JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m
2 stops
EWR19:45Newark
R13 802
Ethiopian Air
Mar 17
JFK22:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 45m
2 stops
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 14
JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 10m
2 stops
JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
R13 818

Air Canada flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Air Canada deals on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Air Canada
Mar 29
LGA6:30New York LaGuardia
44h 50m
2 stops
JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 13
JNB8:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 45m
2 stops
LGA21:30New York LaGuardia
R23 243
Air Canada
Feb 10
LGA15:20New York LaGuardia
35h 10m
2 stops
JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 18
JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 47m
2 stops
LGA19:02New York LaGuardia
R23 788

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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

23:00-20:10

2 stops27h 10m

R13 786

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/4

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R13 802

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 12/4

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R13 802

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

22:10-3:55

2 stops23h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R13 818

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/5

13:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

1:15-7:35

1 stop36h 20m

R13 850

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/5

13:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

R13 882

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/2

15:00-8:20

1 stop34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

9:50-9:20

1 stop29h 30m

R14 315

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 23/2

0:25-10:50

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:10-23:30

1 stop34h 20m

R16 399

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/2

14:15-3:55

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:30-21:12

2 stops30h 42m

R21 881

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/2

14:15-3:55

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

20:30-21:12

2 stops30h 42m

R21 897

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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 R18 659, 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 R18 691.

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 R25 272. 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 R31 175.

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 R20 171 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 R14 154 on momondo.

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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 38% 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 January 2026, prices for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

R20 655

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 R20 655. The best return flight deal from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R23 066.
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.
  • 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.

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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
Free Cancellation
Price
Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R9 377Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 731 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R11 859Free CancellationRating
7,2
952 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R13 598Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 209 reviews
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R17 578Free CancellationRating
6,8
294 reviews
Search Kenya Airways flights
United AirlinesPriceFrom R23 003Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 209 reviews
Search United Airlines flights
  • 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 6 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport starts from R23 003 round-trip, up to an average price of R29 252. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7,4/10.

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