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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 913

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
Jan 30 — Feb 61
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 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday 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 31 December 2025.

Tue 30/1213:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 26/11:35JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/12R19 406
Tue 30/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/123:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12R20 403
Mon 29/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/123:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12R21 651
Mon 29/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/323:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12R22 416
Tue 30/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/112:05JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R22 615
Mon 29/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/323:00JNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/12R22 815
Wed 31/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 14/123:00JNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/12R23 879
Mon 29/1213:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 26/117:00JNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/12R24 444
Mon 29/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops33h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/123:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12R25 891
Mon 29/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/114:30JNB - EWR
3 stops35h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/12R25 941
Tue 30/1213:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1220:20JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R26 140
Mon 29/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/319:05JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R26 257

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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 31 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 047

One-way from

R8 913

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R26 673

Good round-trip deal

R29 811 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/2-22/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 35m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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  • 12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 14m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 437 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 31 December 2025.
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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 9/4

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R16 695

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 20/3

11:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

23:00-19:45

2 stops26h 45m

R17 444

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

13:45-15:50

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

17:00-6:35

1 stop20h 35m

R18 242

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 30/3

0:25-10:30

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

18:00-11:00

1 stop23h 00m

R19 040

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/3

0:20-10:50

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:05-18:10

1 stop30h 05m

R19 090

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/1

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

19:05-22:25

1 stop34h 20m

R19 173

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/1

20:05-10:50

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

19:10-11:05

1 stop22h 55m

R19 339

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/1

10:00-8:20

2 stops39h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

17:00-6:35

1 stop20h 35m

R19 572

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 23/1

13:00-8:20

2 stops36h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

17:00-6:35

1 stop20h 35m

R19 622

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/2

21:00-8:40

1 stop28h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

13:45-8:00

1 stop25h 15m

R20 088

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 26 December 2025.

Booking 78 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 198). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 156). 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 31 December 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

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 21% 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 R14 944.

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 Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 05m.

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 31 December 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
9 122 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 122 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 122 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 134 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 122 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
923 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 122 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
287 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 122 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 630 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 122 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to OR Tambo. 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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 19h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h. New York and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 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 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 727 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, starting at R12 302 and R13 850 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 (R8 565), Qatar Airways (R10 880), and Ethiopian Air (R11 825).

  • 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 198). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 156). 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 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 31 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 727AverageR20 255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 850AverageR14 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 408AverageR19 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR18 235AverageR23 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR23 497AverageR29 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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