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

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

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 Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 20h 10m on average, while flying from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 21h 11m on average. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is the most popular airport in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

Kenya Airways, Virgin Atlantic 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. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 40% 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.

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As of August 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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Nov 16

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 59m

1 stop

JFK15:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

Dec 1

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m

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Sept 4

JNB20:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 00m

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JFK21:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Jan 18

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Oct 6

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

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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 October, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 946.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R14 404. The most expensive day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around R15 208.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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 R14 325 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R20 040.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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 R16 151 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 964 on momondo.

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Best price found	R8 217
Fastest flight time	20h 35m
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The best one-way flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R8 217. The best return flight deal from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 175.

The fastest flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 20h 35m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Cape Town Intl Airport - New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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As of August 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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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 800	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 232 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R13 197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 694 reviews	Search SWISS flights
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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 629	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 816 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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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 October, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 946.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R14 404. The most expensive day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around R15 208.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

You could potentially save up to 4% 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?

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

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