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

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

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

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 April 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 21:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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 22h.

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 State of New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 4 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 April 2026, there are 4 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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EWR

JNB

28h 05m

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17:50 - 22:30

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EWR

34h 40m

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R13 849Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, Jun 9

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28h 05m

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Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Nov 19

22:20 - 8:15

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R14 588Etihad Airways

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10

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34h 35m

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Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

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R17 443Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, May 7

22:05 - 10:40

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Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 16

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R20 118Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Sun, Jun 14

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R20 348Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

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34h 15m

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14:25 - 7:35

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23h 10m

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R20 380Kenya Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, May 3

Turkish Airlines flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Apr 28

EWR0:25Newark

28h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 9

JNB17:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m

1 stop

EWR22:30Newark

R13 849

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Sept 8

EWR0:25Newark

28h 05m

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JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 20m

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EWR22:30Newark

R14 096

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Sept 8

EWR0:25Newark

28h 05m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 20m

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EWR22:30Newark

R14 358

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May 1

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 10

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

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JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R14 588

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Sept 16

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

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JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

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JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Sept 16

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sept 30

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

R15 080

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from State of New York to South Africa

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R21 004, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until November to fly from State of New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R21 283.

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

Fly from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 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 655 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 689 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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You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a State of New York to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu and Sat
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The fastest flight from State of New York to South Africa takes 14h 30m

Direct flights go from State of New York to South Africa on Monday, Thursday 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).

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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 April 2026, there are 4 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 599	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R15 262	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 001 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 648	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 867 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 916	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 561 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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