Cheap flights from South Africa to New York from R8 718

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
8月 21 — 8月 281
1 adult

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 16 8月 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 308

One-way from

R8 718

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 175

Good round-trip deal

R16 954 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 636 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/9-4/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 45m total
  • South Africa to New York
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • South Africa to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R10 825 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 553 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to New York (NYC).

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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 16 8月 2025.

週六 27/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
週六 4/1015:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/8R14 308
週二 16/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
週六 20/915:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/8R14 343
週一 10/119:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
週二 18/1114:25JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/8R14 378
週五 19/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
週一 29/915:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/8R14 431
週六 25/101:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
週日 9/1112:45JFK - JNB
1 stop32h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/8R14 501
週一 29/920:30JNB - JFK
2 stops28h 15mVirgin Atlantic
週一 6/1017:29JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 11mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/8R14 519
週一 29/920:30JNB - LGA
2 stops28h 59mVirgin Atlantic
週一 6/1018:00LGA - JNB
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/8R14 519
週四 25/99:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
週二 14/1015:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/8R14 572
週四 11/920:30JNB - JFK
2 stops31h 53mVirgin Atlantic
週四 18/98:15JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 13/8R14 607
週日 28/920:30JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 00mDelta
週二 21/1012:25JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 15mDelta
Deal found 13/8R14 624
週五 12/920:30JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mDelta
週五 19/921:00JFK - JNB
1 stop31h 05mDelta
Deal found 15/8R14 642
週一 29/920:30JNB - JFK
2 stops28h 15mVirgin Atlantic
週三 22/1015:46JFK - JNB
1 stop21h 54mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/8R14 660

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 10/11

9:50-15:15

1 stop36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週日 16/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 378

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 12/11

9:50-15:15

1 stop36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週日 16/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 378

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 12/11

9:50-8:40

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週一 17/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 378

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 10/11

9:50-15:15

1 stop36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週四 20/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 378

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 10/11

9:50-8:40

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週二 18/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 378

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週二 11/11

9:50-8:40

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週日 16/11

14:25-8:20

1 stop34h 55m

R14 378

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週日 26/10

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週日 9/11

12:45-3:55

1 stop32h 10m

R14 501

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週六 31/1

1:35-6:35

1 stop36h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

週三 11/2

12:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

R14 501

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 29/9

20:30-19:29

2 stops28h 59m

New York LaGuardia

週一 6/10

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

R14 519

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 17/9

20:30-16:27

2 stops25h 57m

New York LaGuardia

週一 29/9

13:59-19:40

1 stop23h 41m

R14 519

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of R771). Flying from South Africa 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 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 16 8月 2025.

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.

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 Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 16 8月 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 16 8月 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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

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.

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  • 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 718. Qatar Airways flights start at R8 806 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R9 843 one-way.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of R771). Flying from South Africa 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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