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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from R8 318

JNB — JFK
Dec 11 — Dec 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/111:35 -
1 stop36h 00m
Sun 18/413:45 -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 6/11R13 694
Thu 12/1117:00 -
1 stop20h 35m
Sun 22/1113:35 -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 10/11R13 825
Mon 30/1112:05 -
1 stop25h 30m
Wed 13/113:35 -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 9/11R13 940
Sat 21/1112:05 -
1 stop25h 30m
Tue 1/1213:35 -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 10/11R13 990
Sun 8/1117:00 -
1 stop20h 35m
Mon 16/1113:35 -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 7/11R14 253
Wed 11/111:35 -
1 stop36h 00m
Fri 13/1113:35 -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 8/11R14 335
Mon 16/111:35 -
1 stop36h 00m
Wed 25/1113:35 -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 7/11R14 368
Sun 15/1117:00 -
1 stop20h 35m
Wed 25/1113:35 -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 9/11R14 450
Sat 28/111:35 -
1 stop36h 00m
Sun 6/1213:35 -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 9/11R14 680
Tue 10/1123:00 -
2 stops26h 55m
Mon 23/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Deal found 6/11R14 713
Sun 8/1117:00 -
1 stop20h 35m
Sun 22/1113:35 -
1 stop19h 15m
Deal found 7/11R14 795

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

Round-trip from

R13 809

One-way from

R8 318

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 417
10/2-15/2
  • 10/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/12-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 218 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 084 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

0:20-18:20

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 861

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

0:20-22:25

1 stop29h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 321

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

8:20-18:55

2 stops65h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 373

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/1

18:50-14:05

1 stop26h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-7:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 302

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/2

19:35-14:25

1 stop25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/2

21:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R15 157

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

19:35-17:20

1 stop28h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/2

20:40-7:35

1 stop27h 55m

R15 190

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/3

21:40-22:06

2 stops30h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/4

8:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

R15 371

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/5

19:25-14:25

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/5

19:10-7:20

1 stop30h 10m

R15 847

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

0:20-18:20

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/11

0:20-22:25

1 stop39h 05m

R16 324

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/3

23:55-20:20

1 stop26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/4

16:40-21:20

1 stop22h 40m

R17 277

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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?

Booking 62 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, March 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 R14 253). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R17 064). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights typically cost between R13 513 and R15 666 in February.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 809 on Multiple Airlines (Feb 10–Feb 15).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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
3 693 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 693 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 693 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 693 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 555 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 693 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
336 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 280 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 693 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

  • 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 25h. Fly via British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, or Turkish Airlines 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 Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, with prices starting at R6 595. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R10 824 and R12 656, respectively. Virgin Atlantic is priced at 57% 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 Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 768. Qatar Airways flights start at R8 313 while deals on Emirates start at R10 224 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 Dubai the next most.

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

    Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge, and Piccadilly Circus 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 Royal Albert Hall, Tower Bridge, or Piccadilly Circus can do so by traveling 19,6 km, 26,6 km, and 22,7 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R490 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Naif Souq more than any other notable places. Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Naif Souq can be accessed by travelling approximately 10,5 km, 11,0 km, and 6,3 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about R332 per day.

  • 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. Nairobi 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, March 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 R14 253). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R17 064). 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

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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR6 595AverageR14 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR10 824AverageR17 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 656AverageR13 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 957AverageR15 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 031AverageR14 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 149AverageR14 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 198AverageR16 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 387AverageR15 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR13 653AverageR16 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR13 672AverageR15 792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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