Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from R8 774

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Apr 13 — Apr 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl
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 14 March 2026.

Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R13 590
Sun 26/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/515:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R13 624
Sun 5/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R13 640
Mon 4/521:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 05m
British Airways
Mon 11/520:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 11/3R13 674
Tue 26/519:25
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 55m
American Airlines
Wed 3/67:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/3R13 691
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R13 708
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/315:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3R13 725
Sat 18/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/515:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R13 758
Fri 4/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 15/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R13 792
Thu 3/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/3R13 826
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R13 842

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 14 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 590

One-way from

R8 774

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R14 600
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 4/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 111 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 907 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

9:45-8:35

1 stop28h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/4

15:45-8:15

1 stop34h 30m

R14 028

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

21:15-20:25

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 19/6

18:40-9:25

1 stop32h 45m

R14 348

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

9:45-16:00

1 stop36h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/4

15:45-8:15

1 stop34h 30m

R14 398

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-21:50

1 stop31h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/4

15:55-21:35

2 stops23h 40m

R15 392
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-11:30

1 stop21h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

19:35-8:25

2 stops30h 50m

R16 789

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

10:25-18:55

2 stops38h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/4

22:20-16:15

2 stops35h 55m

R18 120

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/4

11:20-20:35

1 stop27h 15m

R18 339

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

19:10-18:55

2 stops29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/4

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

R18 473

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/4

11:20-20:35

1 stop27h 15m

R18 507

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/4

11:20-20:35

1 stop27h 15m

R18 507

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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 6 March 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, June 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 R12 226). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 129). 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 14 March 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.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 21h 05m. Fly via Etihad Airways, British Airways, or Virgin Atlantic 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 834. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R12 921 and R12 937, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 21% 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 355. Kenya Airways flights start at R7 666 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R8 264 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying 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, Royal Albert Hall, and Russell Square 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, Royal Albert Hall, or Russell Square can do so by traveling 16,2 km, 19,6 km, and 23,5 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R420 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?

  • 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, June 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 R12 226). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 129). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 939AverageR13 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 962AverageR14 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 964AverageR13 918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 223AverageR14 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 256AverageR14 192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 554AverageR15 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR13 613AverageR14 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR13 701AverageR18 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 706AverageR14 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR13 838AverageR14 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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