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

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

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

1 flights are operational daily from South Africa to State of New York as of May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

10 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to State of New York as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to State of New York?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to State of New York from South Africa according to our data. Virgin Atlantic is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to State of New York. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to State of New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from South Africa to State of New York?

The flight from South Africa to State of New York depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (the most popular airport in State of New York), then the flight time is 24h 15m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 25h 40m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to New York?

Prices for flights from South Africa to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of May 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 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.

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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17:00 - 7:35

JNB

JFK

20h 35m

1 stop

13:45 - 15:50

JFK

JNB

20h 05m

1 stop

R14 604Kenya Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 26

9:50 - 8:35

JNB

JFK

28h 45m

1 stop

22:20 - 8:20

JFK

JNB

28h 00m

1 stop

R14 637Etihad Airways

Wed, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 7

13:30 - 21:20

JNB

EWR

37h 50m

2 stops

23:55 - 16:15

EWR

JNB

34h 20m

2 stops

R16 764Emirates

Mon, May 18 - Sun, May 24

11:15 - 20:20

DUR

JFK

39h 05m

2 stops

9:30 - 10:40

JFK

DUR

67h 10m

2 stops

R16 847British Airways

Fri, May 22 - Wed, Jun 24

20:25 - 22:25

JNB

LGA

32h 00m

2 stops

17:00 - 19:40

LGA

JNB

20h 40m

1 stop

R17 013Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12

13:30 - 21:20

JNB

EWR

37h 50m

2 stops

23:55 - 16:35

EWR

JNB

34h 40m

2 stops

R17 080Emirates

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28

22:00 - 8:15

JNB

EWR

16h 15mdirect

21:25 - 18:30

EWR

JNB

15h 05mdirect

R17 196United Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Sat, Jul 4

11:15 - 20:20

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JFK

39h 05m

2 stops

9:30 - 10:40

JFK

DUR

67h 10m

2 stops

R18 708British Airways

Fri, May 22 - Wed, Jun 24

20:25 - 22:25

JNB

LGA

32h 00m

2 stops

13:00 - 19:40

LGA

JNB

24h 40m

1 stop

R18 857Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 23

20:00 - 23:59

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EWR

33h 59m

1 stop

20:25 - 17:10

EWR

CPT

14h 45mdirect

R20 436United Airlines

Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21

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Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to State of New York

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Etihad Airways

Jul 1

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jul 7

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 637

Etihad Airways

Oct 14

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 16

JFK15:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 754

Etihad Airways

Jun 24

JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jul 13

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 770

British Airways flights from South Africa to State of New York

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British Airways

May 22

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 05m

2 stops

JFK20:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jun 24

JFK9:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

67h 10m

2 stops

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

R16 847

British Airways

May 22

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 05m

2 stops

JFK20:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jun 24

JFK9:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

67h 10m

2 stops

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

R18 708

British Airways

Oct 19

JNB21:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 40m

1 stop

EWR13:55Newark

Oct 28

EWR22:35Newark

29h 50m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R19 024

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JNB - EWR

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Thu 14/5

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R17 196

DurbanNew York

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Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 22/5

11:15-20:20

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 24/6

9:30-10:40

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R18 708

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:25-22:25

2 stops32h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 23/9

13:00-19:40

1 stop24h 40m

R18 857

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

20:00-23:59

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Newark

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20:25-17:10

Nonstop14h 45m

R20 436

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to State of New York

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What is the cheapest month to fly to State of New York?

The cheapest month to fly to State of New York from South Africa is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 272, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit State of New York in October, then you should wait until November to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 521.

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to State of New York is on a Tuesday. Travellers who choose to depart for State of New York on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as R17 845. 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 State of New York for around R22 413.

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

Fly from Cape Town Intl to Newark for the best South Africa - New York flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to State of New York from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to State of New York for around R15 033 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to State of New York from South Africa for as low as R14 039 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to State of New York flight.

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Fastest flight time	15h 15m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in State of New York	306 airports

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

Direct flights go from South Africa to State of New York on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 306 airports in State of New York. From South Africa there are direct flights to Newark (EWR).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to New York State

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to New York?
Prices for flights from South Africa to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to New York?
As of May 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 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.
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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to State of New York

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R8 254	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 287	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R12 552	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 11 673 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R12 637	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 771	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 303 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 282	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 943 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R13 424	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 344 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 517	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 568 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 576	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 583 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 630	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 511 reviews	Search KLM flights

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