Which airlines fly to State of New York?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to State of New York from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to State of New York. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to State of New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 August 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

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

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 Cape Town (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 21h 20m on average. If you fly from Johannesburg (another popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 23h 50m.

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 August 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of August 2026, there are 14 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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9:45 - 8:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:20 - 8:15JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 725Etihad Airways

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

19:35 - 11:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 45m1 stop London Heathrow

7:50 - 9:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

R13 836Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 30

17:00 - 6:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 35m1 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

R13 948Kenya Airways

Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 17

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

28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22:20 - 8:15JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R13 948Etihad Airways

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

17:00 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13:45 - 15:50JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R13 964Kenya Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

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 011Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

11:15 - 18:45DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo London Heathrow

21:50 - 10:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

29h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 171British Airways

Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 28

20:15 - 11:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 15m1 stop London Heathrow

15:10 - 19:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

22h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 266Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14

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

25h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

7:50 - 9:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

R14 282British Airways

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 30

20:15 - 15:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 20m1 stop London Heathrow

8:35 - 19:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R14 506Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 3

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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 175Ethiopian Air

Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6

22:50 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

22:00 - 3:55JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole

R15 334Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 5

22:50 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

51h 10m2 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 398Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

22:50 - 20:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

51h 10m2 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 430Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

17:00 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 35m1 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

R16 355Kenya Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 7

17:00 - 7:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 35m1 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

R16 402Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

15:05 - 5:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

20h 00m1 stop Cape Town Intl

21:25 - 18:30EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 05mdirect

R16 769United Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

15:05 - 5:05JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark

20h 00m1 stop Cape Town Intl

21:25 - 18:30EWR Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 05mdirect

R16 817United Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9

7:40 - 14:35CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

16:40 - 21:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 407KLM

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 22

7:40 - 14:35CPT Cape Town Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

16:40 - 21:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R17 407KLM

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 22

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British Airways flights from South Africa to State of New York

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British Airways

Feb 12

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

38h 30m

2 stops

JFK18:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 28

JFK21:50New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 50m

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DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

R14 171

British Airways

Feb 10

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 50m

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JFK14:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 15

JFK23:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 05m

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JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 330

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Feb 10

JNB19:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 50m

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JFK14:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 15

JFK23:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 05m

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JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 346

Etihad Airways flights from South Africa to State of New York

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Etihad Airways

Oct 8

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 15

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 725

Etihad Airways

Oct 8

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 15

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 948

Etihad Airways

Oct 10

JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 17

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 187

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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11:15-18:45

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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2 stops29h 50m

R14 171

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

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:15-11:30

1 stop21h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop22h 30m

R14 266

JohannesburgNew York

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

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-14:25

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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R14 282

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

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Thu 24/9

20:15-15:35

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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8:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

R14 506

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around R14 490, 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 February, then you should wait until October to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 713.

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 140. 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 R21 192.

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

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 R14 959 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 314 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to State of New York flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to State of New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to State of New York flight.

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Best price found	R8 337
Fastest flight time	15h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in State of New York	306 airports

The best one-way flight to State of New York from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R8 337. The best return flight deal from South Africa to State of New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 725.

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 every day.

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 August 2026, there are 14 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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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom R5 628	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R7 878	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 033 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom R10 495	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 3 036 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom R12 043	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 12 002 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 392	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 517 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 504	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R12 743	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 8 195 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 483 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R13 167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 565 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom R13 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 646 reviews	Search Air France flights

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