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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from R7 979

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
May 20 — May 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 61 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 15 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 388

One-way from

R7 979

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R15 319
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/7-6/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R24 402 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 711 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Find flight deals from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

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 15 May 2025.

Wed 9/79:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 6/822:40JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/5R14 388
Fri 31/101:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Sun 9/1112:45JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/5R14 461
Sun 18/521:55JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 44mDelta
Sun 25/521:14JFK - JNB
1 stop40h 26mDelta
Deal found 14/5R14 918
Mon 19/523:15JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/522:20JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 155
Wed 25/620:40JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 9/78:10JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/5R15 228
Mon 2/617:55JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 8/60:35JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/5R15 392
Thu 10/723:15JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 50mKLM
Mon 4/818:25JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 55mKLM
Deal found 14/5R15 794
Mon 2/618:50JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 50mAir France
Sun 8/60:50JFK - JNB
2 stops25h 40mAir France
Deal found 14/5R16 250
Sun 8/619:00JNB - JFK
2 stops31h 05mAustrian Airlines
Sun 15/621:45JFK - JNB
2 stops28h 50mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 14/5R17 382
Tue 20/519:00JNB - JFK
1 stop24h 20mBrussels Airlines
Sun 25/521:50JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 14/5R17 729
Mon 19/521:15JNB - JFK
1 stop24h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 24/57:50JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/5R17 912
Wed 11/613:55JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 15/61:20JFK - JNB
1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/5R17 967

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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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Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/8

22:40-8:20

1 stop27h 40m

R14 388

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/10

1:15-7:35

1 stop36h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/11

12:45-0:15

1 stop28h 30m

R14 461

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/7

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/10

8:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

R14 972

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/6

20:40-12:45

1 stop22h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/7

8:10-10:20

1 stop20h 10m

R15 228

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/6

17:55-22:40

1 stop34h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/6

0:35-10:35

1 stop28h 00m

R15 392

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

23:15-19:05

1 stop25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/8

18:25-21:20

1 stop20h 55m

R15 794

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

18:50-12:45

2 stops23h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/6

17:30-21:20

2 stops21h 50m

R15 922

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

18:50-12:45

2 stops23h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/6

1:00-8:30

1 stop25h 30m

R15 958

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

19:35-14:20

2 stops24h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/6

16:15-9:20

1 stop35h 05m

R16 360

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

19:00-20:05

2 stops31h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/6

21:45-8:35

2 stops28h 50m

R17 382

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to John F Kennedy Intl from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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 9 May 2025.

Booking 61 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 15 May 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.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

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 15 May 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and KLM from Johannesburg to New York. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 946 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 344 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Austrian Airlines
7,6
Good
790 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 595 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 229 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • 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 R14 388. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Kenya Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at R14 461 and R14 972, respectively. Etihad Airways is priced at 13% 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 R7 979. Kenya Airways flights start at R8 673 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R9 513 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 Nairobi most often. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights stop in London 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 points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    London travellers tend to visit Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye more than any other notable places. Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye can be accessed by travelling approximately 16,2 km, 25,2 km, and 23,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about R607 per day.

  • 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 Gold Souq. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by traveling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 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 R213.

  • 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 Amsterdam. Abu Dhabi sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights. Doha comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations 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, 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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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 15 May 2025.
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 147AverageR13 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 296AverageR15 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapestR13 607AverageR14 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 076AverageR16 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR14 310AverageR16 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR14 415AverageR15 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR14 451AverageR15 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 600AverageR15 288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 908AverageR15 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 430AverageR22 768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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