What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

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

Which airlines fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average flight duration from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 20h 45m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 21h 30m on average. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is the most popular airport in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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As of December 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Kenya Airways flights from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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Kenya Airways

Mar 3

JNB5:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 10m

1 stop

JFK6:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mar 9

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 479

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Apr 21

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

May 21

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Jun 19

JNB1:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m

1 stop

JFK7:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Aug 8

JFK13:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

JNB0:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 3

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

JFK11:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 10

JFK20:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 45m

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Apr 8

JNB18:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 00m

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JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Apr 21

JFK19:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

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JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Feb 11

DUR16:00Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 10m

2 stops

JFK18:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

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JFK12:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

41h 40m

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21:35-7:35

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Pietermaritzburg

Fri 13/3

14:05-18:55

3 stops34h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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14:05-18:55

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

If you don’t want to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 978.

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Flying to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from South Africa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R13 461 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R18 832.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for around R14 949 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from South Africa for as low as R14 012 on momondo.

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The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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If you don’t want to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R13 978.

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Can stopping save me money on South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

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