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Cheap flights from South Africa to New York from R8 689

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
Nov 12 — Nov 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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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 13 October 2025.

Tue 11/1121:55JNB - EWR
1 stop32h 12mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 18/118:05EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/10R13 217
Wed 5/1123:00JNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/1121:15EWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/10R13 234
Mon 20/109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Mon 3/1115:00JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/10R13 672
Wed 22/101:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 10/1112:45JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/10R13 741
Tue 11/119:50JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 18/1115:00JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10R13 811
Wed 15/1020:40JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 22/1021:10JFK - JNB
1 stop40h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/10R13 829
Mon 13/109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 26/1015:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10R13 881
Tue 28/109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Tue 18/1115:00JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10R13 899
Fri 24/109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/1115:00JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/10R13 969
Mon 27/109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 30mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/1115:00JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/10R14 109
Fri 17/109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/1015:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/10R14 161
Wed 5/1121:55JNB - JFK
1 stop31h 11mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 11/1117:40JFK - JNB
2 stops31h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/10R14 196

Cheap 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 13 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 217

One-way from

R8 689

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 769

Good round-trip deal

R16 878 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 707 or less
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 11/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 07m total
  • South Africa to New York
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 1/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 00m total
  • South Africa to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 031 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 165 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to New York (NYC).
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Price to beat on a one-way 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 13 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

21:55-22:06

1 stop31h 11m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/11

17:40-8:25

2 stops31h 45m

R14 196

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

22:00-19:45

1 stop28h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/2

22:00-8:40

1 stop27h 40m

R14 248

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-13:35

1 stop22h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

20:00-8:50

1 stop29h 50m

R14 528

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

22:00-19:30

1 stop28h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/12

16:40-22:05

1 stop22h 25m

R14 598

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

22:00-16:30

2 stops25h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 16/11

21:00-8:40

2 stops28h 40m

R14 616

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

23:59-19:20

1 stop26h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 14/11

1:00-12:10

1 stop28h 10m

R14 633

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

19:20-14:15

1 stop25h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 21/11

22:30-12:10

1 stop30h 40m

R14 773

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

19:20-14:15

1 stop25h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/1

22:30-12:10

1 stop30h 40m

R14 895

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

20:15-22:33

2 stops33h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 24/11

15:30-10:30

2 stops36h 00m

R14 913

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

21:30-10:51

1 stop20h 21m

Newark

Mon 16/2

14:30-19:15

1 stop21h 45m

R14 965

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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 R11 539). Flying from South Africa to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 493). 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 13 October 2025.

When flying from South Africa to New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to New York?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 13 October 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 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).

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 13 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to New York, such as Emirates, United Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 971 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
667 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
282 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 451 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 R14 633, Virgin Atlantic can have you in New York from South Africa in 26h 21m. 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 Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 689. Etihad Airways flights start at R11 119 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R11 172 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 R11 539). Flying from South Africa to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 493). 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 AirwaysCheapestR12 210AverageR13 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR13 028AverageR14 827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 445AverageR15 697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 455AverageR16 145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR13 702AverageR16 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR13 805AverageR16 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR13 816AverageR15 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 918AverageR16 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 459AverageR16 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 459AverageR19 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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