R8 474+ 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 23/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— JFK
Jul 2 — Jul 91
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 2 June 2026.

Thu 12/1119:35
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1121:35
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5R13 826
Mon 2/1119:35
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/1121:35
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5R14 281
Sun 8/1117:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 17/1113:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/6R14 655
Mon 2/1117:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sun 22/1113:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 1/6R14 671
Mon 13/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 11/1022:20
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops50h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/5R14 802
Thu 5/1119:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 45m
British Airways
Thu 19/1121:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 1/6R14 818
Sat 18/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/822:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/5R14 867
Thu 24/920:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 1/1018:30
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/6R14 899
Wed 22/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/822:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/5R14 948
Sun 15/1112:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 22/1113:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/5R14 964
Wed 22/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 1/822:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/5R14 980
Mon 8/621:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 33m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 15/620:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 31/5R14 997

Find flight deals to Long Island

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 2 June 2026.

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R13 826

One-way from

R8 474

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R16 233
12/11-23/11
  • 12/11-23/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Long Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R786 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R107 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in June 2026

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/10

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

R18 575

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/8

11:20-20:35

1 stop27h 15m

R18 949

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/8

23:00-5:30

1 stop24h 30m

R18 949

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

22:20-8:50

1 stop40h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/7

23:00-16:15

1 stop35h 15m

R19 226

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

13:30-8:50

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/8

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

R19 584

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

10:05-18:55

2 stops38h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/1

22:20-20:35

2 stops39h 15m

R19 649

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

21:15-21:26

2 stops30h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/8

18:25-9:25

2 stops33h 00m

R20 608

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

13:30-8:50

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/7

23:00-10:15

1 stop29h 15m

R20 706

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

9:50-8:35

1 stop28h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/8

15:50-8:20

2 stops58h 30m

R20 722

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

19:00-19:10

2 stops30h 10m

Newark

Wed 5/8

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

R21 373

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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 22 hours 14 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 cheapest airlines that fly to Long Island?

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

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 80 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 2 June 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.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

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, Emirates 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 R21 724, however they can be found for as little as R19 342.

  • 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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