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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from R8 637

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
May 16 — May 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 April 2026.

Wed 9/91:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 20m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/4R13 430
Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/715:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R13 675
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 19/615:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R13 691
Sun 20/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/4R13 708
Wed 9/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R13 757
Wed 9/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R13 789
Mon 11/514:30
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops59h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/622:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R13 822
Mon 4/517:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 11/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/4R13 839
Fri 30/109:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/1115:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R13 888
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/615:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R13 904

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 430

One-way from

R8 637

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 114
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 9/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 75h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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5/5
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

9:50-16:00

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/9

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R13 675

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

9:50-16:00

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 14/8

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 035

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/6

11:20-5:30

1 stop36h 10m

R18 010
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

R18 026

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 14/5

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

R18 042

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

22:20-16:15

2 stops35h 55m

R18 173

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 14/8

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

R19 057

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

19:10-18:55

2 stops29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/9

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

R19 188

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:50-22:30

1 stop32h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/4

16:55-10:30

2 stops35h 35m

R20 054

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

9:25-8:50

3 stops29h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/9

1:20-11:00

2 stops27h 40m

R21 756

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of R13 642). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 801). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 16 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andVirgin Atlantic from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
687 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
302 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 890 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 26h 35m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 12822 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, with prices starting at R11 787. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R12 581 and R12 593, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 19% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 270. Kenya Airways flights start at R7 440 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R8 069 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights have a stopover in London most often. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights stop in Nairobi the next most. Dubai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, and Royal Albert Hall are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a stopover in London interested in visiting Eventim Apollo, Russell Square, or Royal Albert Hall can do so by traveling 16,2 km, 23,5 km, and 19,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R741 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai, by traveling 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 51,6 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Doha. Abu Dhabi sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of R13 642). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 801). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 787AverageR13 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 581AverageR13 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 593AverageR13 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 844AverageR14 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 873AverageR13 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 106AverageR15 413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 308AverageR17 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 361AverageR13 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 483AverageR14 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR13 526AverageR14 777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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