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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York State from R8 418

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 24/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Aug 30 — Sep 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 July 2026.

Sun 13/920:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 26/923:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 29/7R14 416
Thu 3/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/7R14 598
Wed 25/1119:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
British Airways
Sun 29/118:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 30/7R14 615
Tue 4/817:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/7R14 632
Tue 22/910:55
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/922:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7R14 648
Thu 10/99:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 24/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R14 665
Fri 2/1020:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 11/1013:10
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 30/7R14 714
Sun 20/1219:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/120:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/7R14 731
Wed 21/109:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 28/1016:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R14 748
Mon 7/920:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops29h 43m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 14/916:29
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 11m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 29/7R14 781
Thu 10/920:15
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops31h 48m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 24/910:55
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop26h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 29/7R14 781
Sun 13/920:15
JNB
-
LGA
2 stops32h 09m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 26/916:00
LGA
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 29/7R14 781

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 31 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 416

One-way from

R8 418

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 349
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 13/9-26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 24/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R23 901 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 496 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

20:15-22:03

2 stops31h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

10:55-19:40

1 stop26h 45m

R14 781

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:15-17:30

2 stops27h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 30/9

15:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

R14 781

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

20:15-23:26

2 stops33h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 20/9

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

R14 797

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

20:15-15:00

1 stop24h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 25/9

8:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

R14 847

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:15-15:15

2 stops25h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 16/9

15:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

R14 897

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:15-19:58

2 stops29h 43m

Newark

Mon 14/9

10:30-19:40

1 stop27h 10m

R14 913

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

20:15-22:24

2 stops32h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 25/9

15:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

R14 930

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

20:15-22:39

2 stops32h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 26/9

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

R14 930

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

20:15-22:47

2 stops32h 32m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/10

8:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

R14 996

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

Fri 25/9

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

R15 394

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York (average of R14 184). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of R17 183). 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 OR Tambo 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 31 July 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York flights typically cost between R14 698 and R18 476 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R14 416 on Virgin Atlantic (Sept 13–Sept 26).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York?

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 31 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York State, such as Emirates,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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
3 639 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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
694 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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
10 052 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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
314 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 639 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York?

    Virgin Atlantic, Ethiopian Air, and United Airlines can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York in just under 15h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 03m. There are 12855 km between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and State of New York. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 830. Users have also found prices from R8 193 and R8 884 on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York LaGuardia, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Newark is the most popular route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York (average of R14 184). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of R17 183). 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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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR5 851AverageR13 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 190AverageR15 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 519AverageR15 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 765AverageR14 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 844AverageR13 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 246AverageR15 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 494AverageR14 237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR13 687AverageR15 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 728AverageR15 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR13 762AverageR15 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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