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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 417

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 29/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Aug 20 — Aug 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 165

One-way from

R9 470

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R32 715

Good round-trip deal

R28 552 or less

Good one-way deal

R29 657 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/8-15/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 05m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 29/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R68 071 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R8 602 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Wed 27/810:55EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/922:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8R17 165
Wed 3/910:55EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/1022:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/8R17 306
Wed 8/1010:55EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 16/1022:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/8R17 324
Thu 30/1021:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 4/1114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/8R17 341
Tue 7/1021:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 22/1022:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R17 376
Thu 28/821:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/922:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8R17 394
Mon 25/810:55EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/922:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/8R17 429
Mon 6/1010:55EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1022:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R17 798
Thu 28/821:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/922:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/8R17 903
Sun 5/1021:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1022:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R17 939

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Newark

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 20/11

21:15-3:55

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

22:50-19:15

2 stops27h 25m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 5/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/10

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 19/11

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

22:50-19:15

2 stops27h 25m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 18/11

21:15-3:55

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

22:50-19:15

2 stops27h 25m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 5/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/10

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 5/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/10

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 17/11

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

22:50-19:15

2 stops27h 25m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 5/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/10

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R17 939

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 23/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

22:50-19:15

2 stops27h 25m

R18 220

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 23/10

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-7:55

2 stops24h 25m

R18 220

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 EWR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 15 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to OR Tambo. 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 15 August 2025.

The most flights from EWR to JNB 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).

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

Share of one-stop return flights from Newark Airport 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 57% of one-stop itineraries from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Newark Airport 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 789.

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

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

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 24h 30m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 20m.

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 15 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Ethiopian Air from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 915 reviews
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Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 915 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 915 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
827 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 915 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Ethiopian Air, at R17 562, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R30 870, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R25 214. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R17 165 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 2 airlines flying from Newark to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 15 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR17 562AverageR23 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR23 949AverageR33 017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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