Flights from Johannesburg to New York from R14 652 – Compare and Save

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JNB — NYC
Jul 29 — Aug 51
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in February or November, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 652

One-way from

R8 812

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 572

Good round-trip deal

R18 700 or less

Good one-way deal

R18 748 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 27/8-3/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R25 308 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 720 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).

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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 24 July 2025.

Wed 27/820:30JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 3/923:25JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/7R14 652
Thu 6/1121:30JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 29mDelta
Sat 15/1114:46JFK - JNB
2 stops34h 54mDelta
Deal found 23/7R14 687
Sun 28/917:55JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 21/1012:50JFK - JNB
1 stop39h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/7R14 722
Fri 7/119:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 18/1114:25JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/7R14 757
Wed 3/91:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 7/913:45JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 22/7R14 845
Thu 25/920:30JNB - LGA
2 stops25h 57mDelta
Fri 24/1014:55LGA - JNB
2 stops22h 45mDelta
Deal found 23/7R14 845
Fri 5/918:50JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 00mKLM
Thu 11/91:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 30mKLM
Deal found 22/7R14 986
Thu 25/914:30JNB - JFK
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1022:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/7R15 408
Tue 9/918:50JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 00mAir France
Mon 22/91:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 30mAir France
Deal found 23/7R15 461
Wed 23/721:20JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 25/820:40EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/7R15 672
Sun 28/914:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 21/1021:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7R15 813
Mon 3/1119:40JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 15mAir France
Sun 16/1117:05EWR - JNB
1 stop35h 45mAir France
Deal found 22/7R15 865

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/8

20:30-14:05

1 stop23h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/9

23:25-10:05

1 stop28h 40m

R14 652

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

21:30-15:59

1 stop25h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/11

14:46-8:40

2 stops34h 54m

R14 687

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

17:55-22:40

1 stop34h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

12:50-10:35

1 stop39h 45m

R14 722

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/11

9:50-8:40

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 757

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

1:25-7:35

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/9

13:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

R14 845

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

20:30-16:27

2 stops25h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 24/10

14:55-19:40

2 stops22h 45m

R14 845

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/9

18:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/9

1:00-8:30

1 stop25h 30m

R14 986

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/9

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/10

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

R15 408

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

18:50-13:50

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/9

1:00-8:30

1 stop25h 30m

R15 461

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

22:00-7:20

Nonstop16h 20m

Newark

Mon 1/12

20:50-18:35

Nonstop14h 45m

R15 672

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to New York

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on 18 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of R771). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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 NYC?

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 24 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 July 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 35% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R13 608.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 01m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cape Town (CPT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 53m.

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 24 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta, andKLM from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Virgin Atlantic (R14 652), Delta (R14 669), and Turkish Airlines (R14 722) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. Virgin Atlantic is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 812. Kenya Airways flights start at R9 305 while deals on Emirates start at R10 870 one-way.

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

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye. Eventim Apollo, St. Paul's Cathedral, and London Eye can be accessed by travelling approximately 16,2 km, 25,2 km, and 23,6 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R634 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or Burj Khalifa can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 6,8 km, and 11,0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R227.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights?

  • 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.

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

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

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

    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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of R771). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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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