How long does it take to fly to New York?

Flight times from South Africa to New York vary, but if you’re flying out of Cape Town and flying into New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 20h 45m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to New York is flying from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which will take roughly 24h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How often are flights from South Africa to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between South Africa and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 393 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to New York flights?

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

How many flights depart from South Africa to New York on average per day?

The number of flights available between South Africa and New York is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

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

Which airlines fly to New York?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to New York flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 100% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

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

How many flights depart from South Africa to New York on average per week?

As of February 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from South Africa to New York. 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 New York?

Prices for flights from South Africa to New York were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to New York?

As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to New York.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to New York?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from South Africa, with most prices found around R13 752. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to New York from South Africa during September instead. Flights to New York in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around R13 785.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to New York from South Africa is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as R17 609. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to New York is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R22 387.

What is the cheapest South Africa to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around R14 436 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 from South Africa for as low as R13 575 on momondo.

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Best price found	R15 241
Fastest flight time	15h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	3 airports

The best one-way flight to New York from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R15 241. The best return flight deal from South Africa to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R15 489.

The fastest flight from South Africa to New York takes 15h 15m

Direct flights go from South Africa to New York every day.

There are 3 airports in New York. From South Africa there are direct flights to Newark (EWR).

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As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to New York.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to New York?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to New York is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (96,54% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-900 (1,44%), De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 (0,86%), and Airbus A321-100/200 (0,29%).

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KLM	PriceFrom R9 791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 449 reviews	Search KLM flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 310	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 387 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R12 048	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 865 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R12 310	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R12 399	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 955 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 422	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 292 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 053	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 716 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 210 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom R13 063	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 158 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 532 reviews	Search Air France flights

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

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to New York flight.

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

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

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How often are flights from South Africa to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between South Africa and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 393 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to New York flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to New York flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 100% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from South Africa to New York on average per day?

The number of flights available between South Africa and New York is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from South Africa to New York on average per week?

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

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