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 20h 45m 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 21h 15m.

Which airlines fly to State of New York?

Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and Kenya Airways 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 28% 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.

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

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways 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 week?

10 flights are operational weekly from South Africa to State of New York as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 22:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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.

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As of November 2025, 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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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 508, 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 September to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 662.

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 R18 480. When flying out on a Friday, 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 R24 157.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to State of New York is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as R13 818. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around R20 843. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 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 493 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 662 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time	15h 45m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to State of New York takes 15h 45m

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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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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 953	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 305 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to 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 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to State of New York flight.

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

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

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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 November 2025. 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 November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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