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

On average, it takes 14h 45m to fly from State of New York to South Africa if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in State of 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 19h 37m.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from State of New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

1 flights are operational daily from State of New York to South Africa as of July 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 21:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

10 flights are operational weekly from State of New York to South Africa as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Kenya Airways, Air Europa, and Norse Atlantic UK are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from New York to South Africa refresh daily.

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

As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to South Africa.

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

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 South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:50 - 23:00

JFK

CPT

27h 10m

1 stop

0:55 - 18:20

CPT

JFK

24h 25m

1 stop

R15 630Turkish Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28

0:25 - 12:05

EWR

CPT

28h 40m

1 stop

0:55 - 22:30

CPT

EWR

28h 35m

1 stop

R15 647Turkish Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28

16:55 - 8:20

JFK

JNB

33h 25m

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1:15 - 7:35

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JFK

36h 20m

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R19 125Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21

13:45 - 15:50

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JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

1:35 - 7:35

JNB

JFK

36h 00m

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R19 158Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 28

16:55 - 8:20

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JNB

33h 25m

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20:55 - 9:00

JNB

JFK

42h 05m

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R19 175Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 7

22:00 - 11:00

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JNB

31h 00m

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14:05 - 15:10

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JFK

31h 05m

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R19 224Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 20

11:20 - 11:00

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JNB

41h 40m

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20:55 - 22:30

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JFK

31h 35m

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R19 241Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

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28h 30m

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JFK

25h 25m

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R19 257Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 26

23:55 - 16:15

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JNB

34h 20m

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10:05 - 21:20

JNB

EWR

41h 15m

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R19 719Emirates

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10

23:55 - 16:15

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JNB

34h 20m

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22:20 - 21:20

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EWR

53h 00m

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R20 065Emirates

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10

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Qatar Airways flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Sept 9

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 00m

2 stops

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 20

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 05m

1 stop

JFK15:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

R19 224

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Sept 19

JFK11:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 40m

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JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 26

JNB20:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 35m

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JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

R19 241

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Nov 4

JFK1:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 30m

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JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 12

JNB20:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 00m

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JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

R19 373

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Aug 16

LGA14:55New York LaGuardia

36h 25m

2 stops

JNB9:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 23

JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 20m

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LGA19:40New York LaGuardia

R29 397

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Jul 25

EWR22:00Newark

32h 15m

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DUR12:15Durban King Shaka Intl

Aug 12

DUR15:20Durban King Shaka Intl

27h 50m

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EWR13:10Newark

R36 008

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from State of New York is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R22 670, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in February, then you should wait until January to fly from State of New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R22 852.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New York State to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R20 620 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 State of New York for as low as R19 620 on momondo.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on State of 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, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

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

Direct flights go from State of New York to South Africa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York State to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?
Prices for flights from New York to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to South Africa?
As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to South Africa?
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 South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from State of New York to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R9 644	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 012 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R22 031	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 006 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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