Question 1

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around R15 193 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as R14 298 on momondo.

Question 3

How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United States delayed?

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Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Johannesburg and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

Question 4

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States?

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Kenya Airways, RwandAir, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States

Question 5

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States flight route?

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Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Newark for the best Johannesburg OR Tambo - United States flight prices

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United States flights?

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Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 8

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to United States?

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Our data shows that the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to United States in the afternoon for as low as R13 666. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R20 359. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 9

Which airlines fly to United States?

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Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 10

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States on average per day?

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As of December 2025, there are 2 flights per day flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States. The most common time of day flights depart is 21:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 11

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States on average per week?

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16 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 12

What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

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In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R14 366. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to United States from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during September instead. Flights to United States in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R14 484.

Question 13

Can stopping save me money on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States flights?

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You could potentially save up to 47% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States flight.

Question 14

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United States flights?

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According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

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Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to United States. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R17 951. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R23 542.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States?

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Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States?

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As of December 2025, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States?

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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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

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The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to United States may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at United States. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States flights?

You could potentially save up to 47% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States?

Kenya Airways, RwandAir, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to United States

Which airlines fly to United States?

How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Johannesburg and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United States flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 2 flights per day flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States. The most common time of day flights depart is 21:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States on average per week?

16 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to United States as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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