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

Hahn Air, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air 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 day?

1 flights are operational daily from State of New York to South Africa as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 20:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Kenya 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 58% 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.

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

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 Rochester and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 18h 19m.

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 February 2026, there are 5 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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13:45 - 15:50

JFK

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

17:00 - 7:35

JNB

JFK

20h 35m

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R12 746Kenya Airways

Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, May 20

13:45 - 10:55

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39h 10m

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17:00 - 7:35

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JFK

20h 35m

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R13 048Kenya Airways

Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

22:10 - 3:55

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JNB

23h 45m

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22:50 - 20:00

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JFK

27h 10m

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R13 159Ethiopian Air

Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31

21:55 - 3:55

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JNB

24h 00m

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22:50 - 20:00

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JFK

27h 10m

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R13 366Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 10

0:25 - 11:50

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29h 25m

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16:35 - 22:30

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35h 55m

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Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 22

12:50 - 11:50

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41h 00m

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16:35 - 22:30

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JFK

35h 55m

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R14 923Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 22

13:45 - 19:50

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24h 05m

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8:30 - 7:35

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JFK

29h 05m

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R16 385Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Sun, Apr 19

6:05 - 13:05

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JNB

25h 00m

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14:30 - 19:06

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LGA

34h 36m

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R18 165Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 26 - Thu, Apr 2

11:20 - 19:50

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DUR

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JFK

33h 05m

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R19 691Qatar Airways

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 16

13:10 - 10:55

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39h 45m

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11:15 - 8:50

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JFK

27h 35m

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R21 582Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 1

Etihad Airways flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Mar 17

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R13 922

Etihad Airways

Mar 16

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 17

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R14 145

Etihad Airways

Mar 30

JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 12

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R14 510

Ethiopian Air flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 24

JFK22:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 45m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 31

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m

2 stops

JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R13 159

Ethiopian Air

Apr 2

EWR21:45Newark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 16

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR19:45Newark

R13 588

Ethiopian Air

May 13

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

May 19

JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m

2 stops

JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

R13 604

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R18 165

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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 March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R18 134, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until April to fly from State of New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R18 499.

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 042 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 R14 097 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.

Can stopping save me money on State of New York to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% 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 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu 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, Wednesday, 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), 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 refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to South Africa?
As of February 2026, there are 5 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 297	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 745 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 781	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 962 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R17 093	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 772 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R17 428	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 293 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R21 226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 349 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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