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May 1 — May 81
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Flights to USA in 2024

Find the latest flights to USA in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 542

Return from

R13 585

One-way from

R7 403
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
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One-way flight from Johannesburg to United States

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Cheap flights to USA in April & May 2024

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The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to USA in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to New York
Fri 17/51:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Tue 10/913:45JFK - JNB
1 stop38h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R14 138
Sat 18/510:55JNB - JFK
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/922:00JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R14 195
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Wed 15/512:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 25/4R14 215
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Wed 15/523:59JFK - JNB
2 stops26h 41mDelta
Deal found 25/4R14 234
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/618:30JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R14 272
Mon 6/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/518:35JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 291
Tue 14/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 05mAir France
Tue 28/521:30JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 10mAir France
Deal found 26/4R14 310
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
2 stops31h 50mDelta
Wed 15/523:59JFK - JNB
2 stops26h 41mDelta
Deal found 25/4R14 329
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/517:35JFK - JNB
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R14 367
Cheap flights to Los Angeles
Wed 22/523:15JNB - LAX
1 stop24h 35mKLM
Wed 29/511:00LAX - JNB
2 stops25h 20mKLM
Deal found 25/4R16 809
Wed 22/523:15JNB - LAX
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/516:55LAX - JNB
1 stop30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R16 829
Wed 22/523:15JNB - LAX
1 stop24h 35mDelta
Tue 28/50:37LAX - JNB
2 stops35h 43mDelta
Deal found 25/4R16 962
Tue 30/418:55JNB - LAX
1 stop34h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 7/522:55LAX - JNB
1 stop26h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/4R17 325
Tue 30/419:00JNB - LAX
2 stops36h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/521:00LAX - JNB
2 stops35h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R17 382
Sat 4/518:55JNB - LAX
1 stop30h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 11/515:55LAX - JNB
1 stop33h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/4R17 668
Wed 22/519:20JNB - LAX
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/521:25LAX - JNB
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R17 840
Thu 23/519:20JNB - LAX
1 stop28h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/519:55LAX - JNB
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R18 069
Wed 22/523:15JNB - LAX
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/59:59LAX - JNB
2 stops26h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R18 164
Cheap flights to Miami
Thu 2/518:50JNB - MIA
1 stop31h 05mDelta
Wed 15/510:00MIA - JNB
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 600
Thu 2/518:50JNB - MIA
1 stop31h 05mDelta
Wed 15/518:45MIA - JNB
2 stops31h 55mDelta
Deal found 26/4R16 638
Wed 8/521:05JNB - MIA
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/521:05MIA - JNB
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R16 752
Thu 23/518:55JNB - MIA
1 stop31h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 30/523:55MIA - JNB
1 stop28h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/4R17 286
Thu 2/523:15JNB - MIA
2 stops24h 40mDelta
Wed 15/511:25MIA - JNB
2 stops25h 35mDelta
Deal found 26/4R17 363
Thu 23/518:55JNB - MIA
1 stop31h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 30/519:40MIA - JNB
2 stops32h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/4R17 477
Wed 8/521:05JNB - MIA
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/521:55MIA - JNB
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R17 592
Wed 8/521:05JNB - MIA
2 stops25h 41mBritish Airways
Tue 21/518:25MIA - JNB
2 stops33h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 25/4R18 469
Fri 24/518:55JNB - MIA
1 stop31h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 31/519:40MIA - JNB
2 stops32h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/4R19 500

USA 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for USA in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to USA in April and May 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 18/81:15JNB - JFK
1 stop21h 20mKenya Airways
Tue 15/1013:45JFK - JNB
1 stop39h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R13 585
Sun 21/710:45JNB - JFK
1 stop35h 50mKenya Airways
Mon 2/919:50JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R13 890
Fri 17/51:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Tue 10/913:45JFK - JNB
1 stop38h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R14 138
Sat 18/510:55JNB - JFK
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/922:00JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R14 195
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Wed 15/512:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 25/4R14 215
Sun 5/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Wed 15/523:59JFK - JNB
2 stops26h 41mDelta
Deal found 25/4R14 234

One-way flights to USA

Explore one-way flight options to USA for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to USA at this time. Book a round-trip flight to USA instead by using the search form above.
Thu 23/59:55JNB - JFK
1 stop37h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R7 403
Mon 13/521:40JNB - LAX
3 stops43h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R11 467
Mon 3/613:35JNB - MIA
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R10 589

Direct flights to USA

Wed 8/521:55JNB - ATL
Nonstop16h 40mDelta
Tue 28/521:45ATL - JNB
Nonstop15h 15mDelta
Deal found 25/4R16 638
Tue 7/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 27/520:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R18 050
Mon 6/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/521:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R22 037
Thu 9/521:55JNB - ATL
Nonstop16h 40mDelta
Wed 29/521:45ATL - JNB
Nonstop15h 15mDelta
Deal found 25/4R22 304
Mon 20/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/620:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R23 144
Tue 7/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 27/520:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R23 545
Sat 18/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/920:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R24 403
Mon 20/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/620:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/4R24 518
Mon 6/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/521:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/4R24 537

Average price of flights to USA by month

Plan your trip to USA by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to USA is currently R9 820 while a return flight costs R14 471. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to USA (average of R863). Flying to USA in July will prove the most costly (average of R1 149). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R16 829

February

R17 077

March

R17 515

April

R17 821

May

R17 286

June

R17 916

July

R21 923

August

R18 126

September

R17 725

October

R16 542

November

R16 466

December

R16 924

The best time to book your flights to USA varies depending on where you are going so doing a bit of homework in advance will only work in your favour.

Peak season

Due to the size of the United States the peak season for each city vary. New York experiences its peak season from September to December, Miami from January to April, whereas somewhere like Las Vegas doesn’t ever really have a low season so is busy all year-round. Due to this you should always aim to look for cheap flights to USA as early as you can to avoid overpaying on flight tickets that you could potentially find deals on.

Off Season

The off season sees similar fluctuations depending on where exactly you are visiting. New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco typically have the cheapest flight tickets around January thanks to a rainy season and cold temperatures.

Temperature and rainfall in USA by month

Plan your trip to USA by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NYC

Temperature

1 - 25 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to USA, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to USA?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to USA. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to USA may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to USA. Reviews last updated 26 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS, Etihad Airways and Air France to USA to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

8,1
Very Good
4 067 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

8,1
Very Good
10 966 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,9
Good
1 626 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

7,8
Good
2 061 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

I'm a long time SQ patron. For good reason. Had a similar trip last year and took another airline (at that time, price was the main factor). This time I took SQ as they had really good rates. No comparison. Dependable, reliable service and excellent aircraft. No issue with my special checked in item (a guitar that had to be handled differently) on my way to my destination (not this flight). In the previous mentioned other airline, they misplace my luggage upon arrival. After spending about an hour (with no effective help from that airline's agent), I managed to find it at another belt!

Where are the most popular flight destinations in USA?

The most popular flight destinations in USA are New York, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Miami and Orlando.
  • How to get cheap flights to USA?

    The best way to find cheap flights from South Africa to USA is to book at least three months in advance and fly via Doha, Dubai, London, Madrid, Amsterdam or Istanbul.Indirect flights can be much cheaper than the direct route from Johannesburg to New York with South African Airways. If you can be flexible with your dates and location then you’ll find cheap flights to USA are much easier to come by.Do not insist on flying directly to your desired destination but look for the cheapest flights to land on the US and then take a domestic flight to your destination which most of the times is going to be quite cheap.Make sure to allow plenty of time for your Visa applications for all the countries you will fly to even if you are only staying for a few hours (stopover – connecting flights).If you want to visit Miami for example, a cheap way of getting there is from Cape Town or Joburg to Doha and from there to Miami or the nearby Fort Lauderdale airport. You can also check flights from Joburg to London via Doha, then to Orlando FL and from there take a domestic flight to Miami (Orlando to Miami is just an hour’s flight and usually goes for less than R1000 return).If you are planning to visit New York, first fly to London via Barcelona, Amsterdam, Doha or Dubai and then get a direct flight from London to New York with Norwegian.When searching for flights to USA, always check for alternative stopovers and don’t forget to use our Smart Value feature to sort flights by balancing journey time and price.

  • How long is the flight to USA?

    Direct Flights from Johannesburg to New York: 15 hours 45 minutes Indirect Flights from Johannesburg to New York: 22 hours

  • Which airlines operate flights to USA?

    South African Airways, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad, Jet Blue, United, British Airways, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Norwegian and Virgin are the most popular airlines that fly to New York. Which airline depends a lot on where your stop over is, for example you’ll more than likely fly with Emirates if you stop in Dubai along the way. There’s a large number of airports across the country which means finding flights to the US is easy, no matter where you plan to land. Some of the largest are: New York: JFK; LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR) Los Angeles (LAX) San Francisco (SFO) Orlando International Airport (MCO) Las Vegas (LAS) Miami (MIA)

  • What is good to know if travelling to United States?

    USA insider information:First things first, you’ll need to decide where in the USA you are hoping to visit. Then just simply book your flights to the USA and take a look at this airport guide to prepare yourself for your getaway.Before you secure your flight tickets, take a look at this post about 25 unmissable experiences and see if there are any USA related ones you could tick off.Take a look at number three on this list if your flights to the USA take you to Miami. The Wynwood Walls is a must-see incredible art trail that shouldn’t be missed.So you’re going to Las Vegas…maybe you’re even going for a wedding. Well if that’s the case you’ll definitely want to take a look these 13 Las Vegas chapels to suit every couple.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to USA if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to USA on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to USA?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, JetBlue is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to USA.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in USA?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in USA. One-way flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically cost R382, while return flights cost around R1 482.

  • How much is a return flight to USA?

    A return flight to USA will typically cost around R148, however they can be found for as little as R147.

  • Where does the fastest flight to USA depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to USA, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Airport?

    Yes. Los Angeles Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 2br Furn Home - Safe/Quiet/Clean So Bay Nr Bch/Lax is the closest property to Los Angeles Airport (0,0 km away from Los Angeles Airport).

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