Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from R8 703

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Aug 28 — Sep 41
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 23 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 049

One-way from

R8 703

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R18 268
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 8/10-19/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
16/9
  • 16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 552 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 719 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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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 23 August 2025.

Wed 8/101:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 19/1013:45JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 049
Mon 3/119:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 25mEtihad Airways
Wed 26/1114:25JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 101
Mon 29/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 6/1015:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 119
Fri 12/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 24/914:55JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 136
Sat 27/91:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 8/1013:45JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 207
Sat 20/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 25/915:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/8R14 295
Sat 20/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 24/914:55JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 312
Thu 4/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/915:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 365
Sat 13/91:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 24/913:45JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/8R14 383
Mon 8/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/915:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/8R14 400
Wed 10/920:30JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 20/917:20JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 21/8R14 418

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/10

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 119

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/10

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 119

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

9:50-15:15

1 stop36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 119

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 25/9

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 295

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 29/9

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 365

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

1:25-7:35

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 24/9

13:45-0:25

1 stop28h 40m

R14 383

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 24/9

14:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

R14 383

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/9

20:30-19:40

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 20/9

17:20-19:40

1 stop20h 20m

R14 418

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/11

12:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

R14 471

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/9

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 471

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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 8 August 2025.

Booking 39 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, January 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 R771). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 August 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 23 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, 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.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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 29h 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 12822 km.

  • 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 795. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Kenya Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R13 103 and R13 199, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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, Hyde Park, and London Eye 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, Hyde Park, or London Eye can do so by traveling 16,2 km, 20,1 km, and 23,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R652 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 Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall, by traveling 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R179.

  • 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.

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    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, January 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 R771). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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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SWISSCheapestR13 103AverageR13 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 199AverageR14 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 532AverageR15 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR13 780AverageR15 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR14 013AverageR15 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 041AverageR15 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 362AverageR14 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 500AverageR15 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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