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R8 241+ 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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— JFK
Jul 17 — Jul 241
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 17 June 2026.

Mon 13/720:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 26/78:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/6R14 685
Mon 6/79:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/722:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R14 798
Mon 13/720:15
JNB
-
LGA
2 stops32h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 26/717:00
LGA
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/6R14 798
Wed 22/79:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R14 863
Sun 20/1219:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 40m
British Airways
Mon 4/123:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 12/6R14 895
Mon 28/99:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 15/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/6R14 944
Sun 13/91:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 20m
Kenya Airways
Wed 14/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/6R15 041
Tue 3/1118:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop35h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/110:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/6R15 284
Mon 16/1118:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 28/110:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/6R15 300
Sun 14/622:00
JNB
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 13/921:25
EWR
-
JNB
Nonstop15h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/6R15 769
Tue 21/722:00
JNB
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 3/821:25
EWR
-
JNB
Nonstop15h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/6R15 785
Mon 6/722:00
JNB
-
EWR
Nonstop15h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 4/821:25
EWR
-
JNB
Nonstop15h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/6R15 818

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 17 June 2026.

Return from

R14 685

One-way from

R8 241

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 401
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 13/7-26/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 23/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Long Island
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R121 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

20:15-19:35

1 stop29h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 26/7

8:40-19:40

1 stop29h 00m

R14 685
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

22:00-7:35

Nonstop15h 35m

Newark

Wed 5/8

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

R15 785

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-17:42

2 stops53h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/11

15:50-10:25

2 stops35h 35m

R16 660

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

15:05-9:51

2 stops24h 46m

Newark

Wed 22/7

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

R17 243

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

21:15-19:20

2 stops28h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

7:50-9:25

1 stop19h 35m

R17 356

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

20:15-22:21

2 stops32h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 26/7

17:00-19:40

1 stop20h 40m

R17 356

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

21:15-21:05

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/8

18:10-9:25

1 stop33h 15m

R17 469

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

19:00-13:40

1 stop24h 40m

Newark

Tue 28/7

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

R17 858

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:00-23:30

2 stops34h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 18/8

15:29-8:35

2 stops35h 06m

R17 890

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

19:00-23:59

2 stops34h 59m

Newark

Tue 28/7

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

R17 987

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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 29 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 Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines and Emirates.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R14 248
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R11 780
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 789
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R14 743

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 17 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
690 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 840 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 054 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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 R10 969, however they can be found for as little as R10 969.

  • 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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