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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York State from R8 129

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — JFK
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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 21 March 2026.

Mon 18/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 50m
British Airways
Mon 8/623:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 18/3R13 249
Mon 18/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/621:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R13 283
Sun 12/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/3R13 621
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 638
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 655
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/3R13 689
Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/522:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R13 723
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/522:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R13 740
Sun 5/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/3R13 756
Sun 26/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/522:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 807
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/3R13 841
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 27/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 858

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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 249

One-way from

R8 129

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 007
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 18/5-8/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 696 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 810 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

9:50-16:00

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/7

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R15 041

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

21:15-16:05

2 stops48h 50m

Newark

Tue 5/5

17:35-9:25

2 stops33h 50m

R15 277

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

19:25-19:20

2 stops29h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/6

23:55-9:25

2 stops27h 30m

R16 106

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

21:15-20:49

2 stops53h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/5

15:19-9:25

2 stops36h 06m

R16 613

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

19:25-20:49

2 stops31h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 21/9

14:45-9:25

2 stops36h 40m

R16 934

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

20:25-15:30

2 stops25h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 18/5

16:30-21:20

2 stops22h 50m

R17 035

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/8

21:15-20:39

2 stops29h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 13/10

21:10-9:25

2 stops30h 15m

R17 458

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:25-20:39

2 stops31h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 13/10

14:45-7:00

2 stops34h 15m

R17 458

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

19:25-20:39

2 stops31h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 16/10

21:10-7:00

2 stops51h 50m

R17 458

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

10:25-9:47

2 stops29h 22m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 28/4

19:20-8:35

2 stops31h 15m

R17 542

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York (average of R10 664). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 959). 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 21 March 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.

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 21 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York State, such as Emirates,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. 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
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
682 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
9 452 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
300 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 805 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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

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

    Etihad Airways, British Airways, and Delta can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York in just under 25h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 23h 45m. There are 12833 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 275. Users have also found prices from R7 565 and R7 700 on Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, 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?

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to State of New York?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York (average of R10 664). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 959). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 981AverageR13 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 854AverageR14 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 008AverageR14 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 011AverageR15 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR13 270AverageR14 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 529AverageR18 803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 654AverageR14 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR13 661AverageR14 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR13 749AverageR18 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 754AverageR14 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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