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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from R8 437

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 14/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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 29 December 2025.

Sun 28/1219:35JNB - JFK
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/110:15JFK - JNB
1 stop41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R13 379
Mon 29/1219:20JNB - JFK
1 stop28h 55mAir France
Fri 29/523:30JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 35mAir France
Deal found 28/12R14 278
Mon 29/1219:20JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 45mDelta
Fri 29/517:00JFK - JNB
2 stops22h 20mDelta
Deal found 28/12R15 975
Sun 28/1221:55JNB - JFK
1 stop32h 57mDelta
Sat 10/117:30JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 40mDelta
Deal found 27/12R16 258
Mon 29/1219:20JNB - JFK
1 stop28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/116:45JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R16 441
Sun 28/1223:59JNB - JFK
2 stops28h 01mKLM
Sat 10/11:00JFK - JNB
2 stops38h 05mKLM
Deal found 27/12R16 608
Mon 29/1212:05JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 30mKenya Airways
Tue 6/113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/12R16 924
Sun 28/1222:00JNB - JFK
1 stop21h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 10/120:40JFK - JNB
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/12R17 373
Sun 28/1219:20JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 25mKLM
Sat 10/120:00JFK - JNB
2 stops43h 05mKLM
Deal found 27/12R18 371
Sat 27/121:55JNB - JFK
1 stop35h 40mKenya Airways
Tue 6/113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/12R18 804

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 29 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 313

One-way from

R8 437

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 942
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 24/4-18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 26m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 14/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 531 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 778 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 December 2025.
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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Return

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

21:15-21:00

1 stop29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

9:35-7:00

1 stop39h 25m

R13 562

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

22:00-12:35

1 stop21h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/2

23:20-10:25

1 stop28h 05m

R13 662

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

22:00-14:20

1 stop23h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/1

21:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R13 695

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

19:35-12:35

1 stop24h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/1

18:50-10:25

1 stop32h 35m

R13 712

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

21:15-12:45

1 stop21h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/5

19:20-7:00

1 stop29h 40m

R13 729

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

19:25-22:30

1 stop33h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 20/5

7:50-9:25

1 stop19h 35m

R13 729

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

19:25-19:25

1 stop30h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 20/5

7:50-9:25

1 stop19h 35m

R13 729

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:25-16:10

1 stop26h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 20/5

7:50-9:25

1 stop19h 35m

R13 729

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

R13 745

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-13:35

1 stop21h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

21:05-10:25

1 stop31h 20m

R13 745

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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 26 December 2025.

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, 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 R11 848). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 078). 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.

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 29 December 2025.
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
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
677 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 618 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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

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 21h 35m. Fly via British 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 626. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at R12 401 and R12 768, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 22% 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 241. Kenya Airways flights start at R7 582 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R8 039 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, 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 R830 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, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Burj Al Arab. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Burj Al Arab, by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 21,8 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 Abu Dhabi. Doha 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 R11 848). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 078). 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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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 29 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 629AverageR13 086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR12 401AverageR13 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 768AverageR14 875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 797AverageR13 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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DeltaCheapestR13 042AverageR14 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 128AverageR14 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR13 282AverageR14 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 297AverageR18 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 435AverageR14 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 799AverageR14 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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