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Cheap flights from South Africa to New York from R7 990

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
Mar 30 — Apr 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2026.

Thu 9/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 16/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2R12 414
Thu 26/223:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/321:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R12 748
Sun 26/421:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 50m
American Airlines
Fri 1/516:20
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/2R12 764
Wed 4/323:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 17/322:10
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 780
Mon 2/323:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 30/322:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 828
Mon 20/420:25
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 26/46:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 25/2R12 844
Thu 16/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/2R12 876
Sun 2/819:25
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops24h 15m
British Airways
Wed 2/919:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 27/2R12 876
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/2R12 892
Sun 7/621:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 10m
British Airways
Mon 15/67:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 24/2R12 908
Wed 15/49:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/2R12 923
Tue 2/621:15
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop22h 40m
British Airways
Tue 9/621:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 27/2R12 939

Find flight deals from South Africa to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 28 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 414

One-way from

R7 990

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R13 640

Good round-trip deal

R15 445 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 924 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/4-16/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • South Africa to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 25/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 38h 10m total
  • South Africa to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 893 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 792 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to New York (NYC).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

19:25-11:10

1 stop21h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 20/6

20:55-9:25

1 stop30h 30m

R13 162

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

20:25-22:47

2 stops32h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 26/4

17:30-19:40

1 stop20h 10m

R13 385

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

20:25-22:50

1 stop32h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 28/7

12:25-19:40

1 stop25h 15m

R13 433

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

22:00-18:45

2 stops26h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/4

20:15-8:50

1 stop30h 35m

R13 449

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

21:15-19:25

1 stop28h 10m

Newark

Mon 15/6

21:25-9:25

1 stop30h 00m

R13 656

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

Tue 14/4

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

R13 671

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:35-14:50

1 stop25h 15m

Newark

Sun 22/3

22:35-10:25

1 stop29h 50m

R13 687

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:20-15:55

1 stop26h 35m

Newark

Thu 19/3

15:34-22:05

2 stops24h 31m

R13 751

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

19:25-21:05

1 stop31h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/8

15:30-7:00

2 stops33h 30m

R14 006

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:25-13:55

1 stop24h 30m

Newark

Tue 28/4

21:25-7:00

1 stop27h 35m

R14 053

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to New York?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of R10 425). Flying from South Africa to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 162). 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 ZA to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 28 February 2026.

When flying from South Africa to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from South Africa to New York delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between South Africa and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 393 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 28 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New York, such as Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
3 536 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
680 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
9 366 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
6,7
Okay
294 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
7 772 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 536 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to New York?

    For as low as R13 162, British Airways can have you in New York from South Africa in 21h 45m. The distance from South Africa to New York is about 12822 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R5 985. Kenya Airways flights start at R7 245 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R7 810 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New York?

    The most popular flight routes from South Africa to New York are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Newark, Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York John F Kennedy Intl and Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York LaGuardia.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to New York?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of R10 425). Flying from South Africa to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 162). 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 South Africa to New York

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 28 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 185AverageR12 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 124AverageR14 039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 230AverageR14 277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 234AverageR14 724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 497AverageR13 724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 836AverageR17 734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 859AverageR15 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR12 866AverageR14 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR12 902AverageR14 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 950AverageR15 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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