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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to New York State from R8 446

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 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Feb 25 — Mar 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 January 2026.

Tue 10/319:35
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/318:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1R12 653
Sun 20/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops32h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 20/1023:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1R12 798
Sat 26/919:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 19/1017:35
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops31h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1R12 814
Mon 21/919:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops33h 00m
American Airlines
Wed 21/1021:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1R12 862
Tue 26/519:25
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 1/67:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1R12 926
Mon 21/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Fri 23/1023:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1R12 974
Wed 4/222:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 20m
British Airways
Mon 9/223:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 25/1R12 990
Fri 13/219:05
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 15/20:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/1R13 006
Mon 2/29:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 12/215:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/1R13 006
Wed 11/319:05
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/31:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/1R13 022
Wed 11/39:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/322:55
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/1R13 022
Sun 1/29:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 5/215:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/1R13 038

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 653

One-way from

R8 446

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 516
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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24/3
  • 24/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 796 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 994 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-12:35

1 stop21h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

20:40-7:35

1 stop27h 55m

R13 247

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-21:00

2 stops29h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 29/5

17:36-9:25

2 stops33h 49m

R13 311

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 327

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

21:15-13:05

1 stop21h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/6

20:55-7:00

1 stop28h 05m

R13 392

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

22:00-16:59

1 stop24h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/4

17:05-8:50

2 stops33h 45m

R13 440

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

22:00-18:45

2 stops26h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

17:35-19:00

1 stop19h 25m

R13 520

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

22:00-16:15

2 stops24h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 17/3

15:00-19:00

1 stop22h 00m

R13 552

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

22:00-17:25

2 stops26h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

17:00-19:00

1 stop19h 00m

R13 552

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

22:00-16:15

2 stops24h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/3

16:00-19:00

1 stop21h 00m

R13 552

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

22:00-18:24

2 stops27h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 20/2

13:59-19:00

2 stops22h 01m

R13 552

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to New York State

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to State of New York?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to State of New York (average of R10 036). Flying from Johannesburg to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 279). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to State of New York as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 26 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from Johannesburg to New York State. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 488 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
678 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 203 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
294 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
7 702 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 Johannesburg to New York. 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 to State of New York?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to State of New York can take about 21h 35m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 247. The distance from Johannesburg to State of New York is about 12822 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to State of New York one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to State of New York are Etihad Airways (R5 967), Kenya Airways (R7 310), and Qatar Airways (R7 781).

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to State of New York?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Newark, Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Johannesburg to State of New York.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to New York 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 to State of New York?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to State of New York (average of R10 036). Flying from Johannesburg to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 279). 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 Johannesburg to New York

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to New York. 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 26 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 238AverageR12 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR11 971AverageR12 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 232AverageR13 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 320AverageR14 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 347AverageR13 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR12 788AverageR14 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR12 980AverageR14 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR13 017AverageR13 942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 143AverageR18 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 315AverageR13 957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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