Which airlines fly to Long Island?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Long Island from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Long Island. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Long Island on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Long Island?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg or Durban, and flying into Long Island, then you can expect flight times to average 24h 30m and 26h 55m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Long Island?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Long Island

How many flights depart from South Africa to Long Island on average per week?

As of August 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from South Africa to Long Island. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Long Island?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Long Island are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Long Island?

As of August 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Long Island.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Long Island?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Long Island.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Long Island?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Long Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:55 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 05m2 stops Accra Kotoka Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

22:00 - 4:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka

R13 725Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30

12:10 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13:45 - 10:55JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R13 741Kenya Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 18

12:10 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13:45 - 0:15JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R13 741Kenya Airways

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18

9:50 - 8:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:00 - 8:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 965Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Feb 2

19:35 - 14:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

23:20 - 10:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

R13 981British Airways

Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 15

9:45 - 8:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:00 - 8:20JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R14 013Etihad Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Nov 12

8:20 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

65h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

22:00 - 4:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka

R14 077Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 30

19:35 - 12:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

21:50 - 10:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

R14 109British Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 3

20:15 - 16:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

17:34 - 19:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 334Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

20:15 - 15:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

17:34 - 19:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 382Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

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21:55 - 15:24JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

23h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:25 - 8:20EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson London Heathrow

R14 606Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Feb 1

21:55 - 11:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

17:40 - 19:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 703Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

12:10 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13:45 - 0:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R15 023Kenya Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Feb 1

12:10 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13:45 - 10:55JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R15 023Kenya Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Mar 10

22:50 - 19:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

26h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

21:45 - 3:55EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

R15 023Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Aug 30

21:55 - 22:29JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

30h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 - 19:10EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 360Delta

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Feb 1

21:55 - 12:18JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

20h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

15:20 - 19:40EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R15 360Delta

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

14:30 - 8:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

24h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino

21:45 - 3:55EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole

R15 408Ethiopian Air

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3

14:30 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

59h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

22:00 - 4:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 10m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka

R15 488Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

14:30 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

59h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

20:55 - 4:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka

R16 033Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Mar 10

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Virgin Atlantic

Sept 23

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 10m

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JFK16:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 3

JFK17:34New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 06m

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JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 334

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Sept 23

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

1 stop

JFK15:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 3

JFK17:34New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 06m

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JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 382

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Sept 7

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 35m

1 stop

JFK21:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sept 14

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 510

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to Long Island

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Etihad Airways

Nov 3

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m

1 stop

JFK8:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 2

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 965

Etihad Airways

Oct 1

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 12

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 013

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Sept 10

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sept 24

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 55m

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JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Tue 15/9

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2 stops39h 05m

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R13 981

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

8:20-20:00

2 stops65h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/9

22:00-4:10

2 stops24h 10m

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

19:35-12:35

1 stop24h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/12

21:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R14 109

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

20:15-16:25

1 stop26h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

17:34-19:40

1 stop20h 06m

R14 334

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Wed 23/9

20:15-15:00

1 stop24h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

17:34-19:40

1 stop20h 06m

R14 382

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Long Island

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Long Island?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Long Island from South Africa, with most prices found around R14 494. If you don’t want to visit Long Island in February, then you should wait until September to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 831.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Long Island?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Long Island from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R17 230. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from South Africa to Long Island for around R21 228.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Long Island?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Long Island from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Long Island for around R15 045 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Long Island from South Africa for as low as R14 302 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Long Island flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to Long Island.

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Best price found	R8 385
Fastest flight time	15h 15m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Long Island	8 airports

The best one-way flight to Long Island from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R8 385. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Long Island found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 725.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Long Island takes 15h 15m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Long Island on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 8 airports in Long Island. From South Africa there are direct flights to Newark (EWR).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Long Island

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Long Island?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Long Island are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Long Island?
As of August 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Long Island.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Long Island?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Long Island.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Long Island?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Long Island trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Long Island?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between South Africa and Long Island, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 31,46% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 12,59%, Embraer 190 with 10,32%, and Embraer 195 E2 with 4,60%.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Long Island

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R8 863	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom R10 557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 3 039 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R12 344	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 029 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 465	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 506 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 579	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 824	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 183 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R12 873	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 987 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 481 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 564 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 647 reviews	Search Air France flights

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