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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 555

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
Feb 24 — Mar 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 January 2026.

Mon 13/422:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/422:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/1R13 827
Sun 1/38:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Wed 11/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 22/1R13 859
Sun 3/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 17/517:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/1R13 875
Tue 10/322:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R13 891
Sun 3/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/1R13 907
Sat 2/519:10
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 15m
British Airways
Wed 27/521:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R13 939
Sat 9/57:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 35m
British Airways
Sun 17/521:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R13 955
Sun 8/322:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
British Airways
Wed 25/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R14 003
Sat 28/28:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Mon 16/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 22/1R14 019
Wed 11/322:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 40m
British Airways
Wed 18/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R14 036
Mon 23/28:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Tue 17/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 24/1R14 052
Tue 19/522:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
British Airways
Wed 27/521:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 24/1R14 068

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 25 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 827

One-way from

R9 555

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R21 005
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/4-28/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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12/3
  • 12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R27 148 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 230 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo 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 25 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/3

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

9:50-9:20

1 stop29h 30m

R14 341

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

R14 485

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

R14 951

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

21:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

23:00-19:55

2 stops26h 55m

R15 272

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

1:20-10:50

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/3

19:05-23:25

1 stop34h 20m

R18 468

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 24/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

10:15-18:55

3 stops39h 40m

R18 821

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 27/5

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R18 853

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/2

21:00-8:40

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

20:30-15:00

1 stop25h 30m

R19 431

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 31/3

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

14:45-8:50

1 stop24h 05m

R19 431

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

13:00-8:20

2 stops37h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

9:50-16:05

1 stop36h 15m

R19 929

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 013). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 259). 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 25 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 208 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
951 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
293 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as R14 485, Etihad Airways can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 24h. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 12822 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R9 394. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R11 880, and Turkish Airlines, from R13 622. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Egyptair (R8 272), Qatar Airways (R10 507), and Kenya Airways (R11 652).

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 013). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R18 259). 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 4 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo. 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 25 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 394AverageR19 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 880AverageR16 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 622AverageR14 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 610AverageR22 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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