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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R12 680

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Jun 21 — Jun 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 22 May 2026.

Fri 9/1021:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/1114:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R21 798
Tue 6/1021:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 15/1022:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/5R21 831
Sun 7/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 6/95:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R21 963
Tue 26/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 12/65:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/5R22 045
Wed 28/101:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 5/1119:10
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/5R22 095
Fri 29/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/65:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/5R22 161
Tue 8/921:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 21/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R22 210
Thu 4/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 1/914:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R22 243
Fri 5/621:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/68:20
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R22 309
Mon 1/615:50
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
EWR
3 stops33h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5R22 326
Sun 22/1123:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops37h 50m
Emirates
Mon 30/1118:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops33h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 21/5R22 342

Find 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 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 798

One-way from

R12 680

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R25 838

Good round-trip deal

R29 289 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/10-11/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R39 088 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 564 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 22 May 2026.
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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 11/10

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

22:00-8:25

Nonstop16h 25m

R30 010

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 9/11

6:00-3:55

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

5:30-19:10

2 stops20h 40m

R30 784

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 8/6

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

19:00-21:59

2 stops32h 59m

R30 850

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 10/8

18:40-8:35

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

19:00-20:15

2 stops31h 15m

R31 015

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 28/6

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

19:00-13:40

1 stop24h 40m

R31 098

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 9/6

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

19:00-20:16

2 stops31h 16m

R31 263

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 20/7

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

19:00-23:59

2 stops34h 59m

R31 279
Fastest return journey

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 6/10

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

22:00-7:45

Nonstop15h 45m

R31 873

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 2/8

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

19:00-18:45

2 stops29h 45m

R32 351

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 29/7

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

19:00-18:45

2 stops29h 45m

R32 351

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to OR Tambo

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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?

Booking 61 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R23 727). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R30 570). 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 22 May 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark 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 22 May 2026.
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
9 752 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 752 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 752 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 752 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 15h 05m. Fly via United Airlines or Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Newark Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 12855 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Ethiopian Air, at R15 336, 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 42% 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 R36 225, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R28 300. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R16 934 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R23 727). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R30 570). 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 22 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 336AverageR17 272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR23 663AverageR31 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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