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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

How many flights depart from New York to South Africa on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and South Africa is 1 per day as of March 2026. The most frequent departure time is 21:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

As of March 2026, 9 flights take off from New York and land in South Africa each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to South Africa?

On average, it takes 14h 45m to fly from New York to South Africa if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of New York and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 21h 40m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from New York to South Africa is 5 as of March 2026.

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

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 South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa 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.

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JNB

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R14 208Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Tue, Jun 9

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23h 49m

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R25 918United Airlines

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Etihad Airways flights from New York to South Africa

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May 4

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 30m

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JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Apr 23

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Jul 20

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

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JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R14 973

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to South Africa

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Apr 19

EWR0:25Newark

28h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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EWR0:25Newark

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JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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EWR22:30Newark

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JFK12:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 40m

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May 27

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 30m

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JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from New York is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 783, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in April, then you should wait until November to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 043.

What is the cheapest New York to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best New York - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R21 297 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from New York for as low as R15 075 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to South Africa 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 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The fastest flight from New York to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from New York to South Africa on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is United Airlines..

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?
Prices for flights from New York to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to South Africa is 5 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to South Africa?
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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa 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.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 60,42% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A340-300 at 15,62%, Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 14,93%, and De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 at 8,33%.

Best airlines flying from New York to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 942	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 733 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 807	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 975 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R17 568	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R18 279	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 811 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R22 699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 459 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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