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R8 149+ Cheap flights to Long Island

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— JFK
Aug 11 — Aug 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Long Island in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Long Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Long Island. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 12 July 2026.

Sat 19/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/7R14 493
Sat 26/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/7R14 510
Sun 12/720:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 25/78:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/7R14 591
Sat 18/720:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 25/78:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/7R14 624
Sun 1/110:20
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop30h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/110:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7R14 656
Tue 4/821:15
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops40h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/89:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R14 770
Sat 21/1119:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
British Airways
Fri 27/118:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 10/7R14 819
Mon 2/1119:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 50m
British Airways
Thu 12/1121:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 12/7R14 835
Sun 1/110:20
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop30h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/110:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/7R14 868
Fri 20/111:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 00m
Kenya Airways
Fri 27/1113:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/7R14 933
Wed 14/1018:00
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/100:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/7R14 949
Thu 3/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/7R14 965

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Find the latest flights to Long Island in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 12 July 2026.

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R14 493

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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 19/9-2/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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  • 7/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Long Island
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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

19:35-16:00

1 stop27h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/1

20:05-10:25

1 stop31h 20m

R16 331

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

23:15-23:42

2 stops30h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/8

12:55-19:40

2 stops24h 45m

R16 592

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

21:15-16:15

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

21:40-9:25

1 stop29h 45m

R16 641

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

21:55-19:42

1 stop27h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/10

9:59-19:40

1 stop27h 41m

R16 738
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

22:00-7:35

Nonstop15h 35m

Newark

Sat 17/4

21:45-18:30

Nonstop14h 45m

R18 121

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

10:25-23:30

2 stops43h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 26/11

11:20-20:30

2 stops26h 10m

R18 170

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:20-13:10

2 stops23h 50m

Newark

Tue 25/8

21:45-9:20

1 stop29h 35m

R18 349

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/8

22:20-20:35

2 stops40h 15m

R18 983

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

23:15-17:05

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/4

18:30-19:40

1 stop19h 10m

R19 129

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

18:00-10:55

1 stop22h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/4

6:50-10:30

1 stop21h 40m

R19 259

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Long Island

How long is the flight to Long Island?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Long Island takes 21 hours 34 minutes. Flights to Long Island from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Long Island?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Long Island are United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and Kenya Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R14 292
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R5 743
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R14 824
Emirates
Emirates
From R15 989

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Long Island?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Long Island are Virgin Atlantic, Ethiopian Air and American Airlines.

Rainfall in Long Island by month

Plan your trip to Long Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Long Island ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Long Island when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in Long Island by month

Plan your trip to Long Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Long Island, 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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Long Island?

The best time to book flights to Long Island is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Long Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Long Island. 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 Long Island. Reviews last updated 12 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines to the United States to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
693 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 982 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
310 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 106 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 613 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

FAQs about flying to Long Island

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Long Island if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Long Island on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Long Island?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Long Island.

  • How much is a return flight to Long Island?

    A return flight to Long Island will typically cost around R3 819, however they can be found for as little as R2 681.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Long Island depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Long Island, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does New York John F Kennedy Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New York John F Kennedy Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. New York John F Kennedy Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. TWA Hotel At JFK Airport is the closest property to New York John F Kennedy Intl (0,0 km away from New York John F Kennedy Intl).

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