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

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

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 21h 47m.

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 May 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 May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 60% 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.

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 May 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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22:00 - 4:00

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JNB

24h 00m

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12:10 - 7:35

JNB

JFK

25h 25m

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R17 053Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 10

1:20 - 9:00

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25h 40m

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12:10 - 7:35

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25h 25m

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Sun, Aug 23 - Thu, Sep 24

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26h 20m

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R17 086Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 7

22:00 - 4:00

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24h 00m

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26h 10m

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R17 184Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Sep 6

21:45 - 3:55

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24h 10m

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14:30 - 19:45

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35h 15m

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R17 315Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jun 7 - Thu, Jun 11

21:15 - 20:10

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39h 55m

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14:30 - 19:10

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35h 40m

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R18 083Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11

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41h 50m

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23h 15m

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R21 271Kenya Airways

Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 12

13:45 - 13:35

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41h 50m

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14:20 - 7:35

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23h 15m

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R21 353Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12

19:50 - 13:15

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37h 45m

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R22 645Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 30

0:25 - 13:15

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30h 50m

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14:45 - 10:55

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26h 10m

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R23 838Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21

Ethiopian Air flights from State of New York to South Africa

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May 28

EWR21:45Newark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 10

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR19:45Newark

R15 957

Ethiopian Air

May 28

EWR21:45Newark

24h 10m

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JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 11

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

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EWR19:45Newark

R16 334

Ethiopian Air

May 29

EWR21:45Newark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 8

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR19:45Newark

R16 710

Kenya Airways flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Oct 6

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 15

JNB12:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R17 985

Kenya Airways

Nov 18

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m

1 stop

JNB0:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 16

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK6:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 410

Kenya Airways

Aug 26

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 26

JNB12:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m

1 stop

JFK6:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R18 475

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around R2 273, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in November, then you should wait until January to fly from State of New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R8 437.

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 469 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 R17 560 on momondo.

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

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, Fri and Sat
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, Friday and Saturday. 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 May 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 564	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 003 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 837	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 750 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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