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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 471

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
dic. 16 — dic. 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

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Cheapest flights from New York to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 noviembre 2025.

dom. 23/1121:15EWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
mar. 23/1214:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R17 100
mié. 19/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEthiopian Air
mié. 3/1223:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R17 765
lun. 17/1113:40JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 19/111:35JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11R17 782
dom. 30/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
dom. 7/128:20JNB - JFK
2 stops41h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R17 834
lun. 1/1220:55JFK - JNB
1 stop24h 00mEthiopian Air
vie. 5/1223:00JNB - JFK
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R18 055
mié. 31/1213:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
vie. 6/21:35JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/11R18 072
mar. 2/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
sáb. 6/1214:30JNB - JFK
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R18 158
dom. 30/1113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
sáb. 6/121:35JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/11R18 192
vie. 21/1121:15EWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
jue. 22/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R18 209
jue. 27/1120:05JFK - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 6/1219:10JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/11R18 363
mar. 25/1121:15EWR - JNB
2 stops32h 50mEthiopian Air
mar. 23/1214:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R18 397
lun. 1/1210:20JFK - JNB
1 stop39h 20mQatar Airways
dom. 7/1216:50JNB - JFK
2 stops46h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/11R18 482

Cheap flight deals from New York to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 16 noviembre 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 485

One-way from

R9 471

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R22 134

Good round-trip deal

R26 224 or less

Good one-way deal

R20 274 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/2-26/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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  • 9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 35m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 924 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York 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 16 noviembre 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

jue. 5/2

17:00-19:00

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/3

21:55-14:44

1 stop23h 49m

R21 707

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 17/3

15:30-19:00

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/4

21:55-7:26

2 stops39h 31m

R22 288

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 16/3

8:35-19:00

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 9/4

21:55-7:26

2 stops39h 31m

R22 288

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

lun. 9/3

14:00-19:00

1 stop23h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 16/3

19:20-17:25

2 stops28h 05m

R22 407

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

dom. 18/1

21:45-19:00

2 stops38h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 26/1

19:20-17:25

2 stops29h 05m

R22 492

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

vie. 13/2

20:00-19:00

1 stop40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 23/2

19:20-17:25

2 stops29h 05m

R22 527

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

mié. 21/1

20:00-19:00

1 stop40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 31/1

19:20-17:25

2 stops29h 05m

R22 527

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

mié. 4/2

20:00-19:00

1 stop40h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 12/2

19:20-17:25

2 stops29h 05m

R22 527

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

vie. 6/3

14:59-19:00

1 stop21h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 14/3

22:00-17:25

2 stops25h 25m

R22 578

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 7/3

17:00-19:00

1 stop19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 14/3

22:00-20:30

2 stops28h 30m

R22 578

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 447). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 643). 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 NYC to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 noviembre 2025.

When flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 23% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

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

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R15 336.

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

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

Flights via Cape Town (CPT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 20m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 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 16 noviembre 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 045 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
894 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
287 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 526 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Delta, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates can get you from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 19h. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 40m. New York and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 12833 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 983 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at R14 214 and R14 786 round-trip. Qatar Airways is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Egyptair (R10 700), Qatar Airways (R11 332), and Ethiopian Air (R12 629).

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

    The most popular route from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or New York LaGuardia - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R8 447). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 643). 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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Fly from New York to OR Tambo on these airlines

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Top 5 airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 16 noviembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 983AverageR21 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 214AverageR15 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 786AverageR21 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR18 714AverageR24 165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR24 114AverageR30 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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