Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R8 782
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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in April or March, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 24 February 2026.
Fri 3/421:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 11/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R13 262
Thu 2/421:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 16/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R13 678
Thu 9/421:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 16/422:50
JNB
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EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R13 790
Sun 12/421:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R13 854
Tue 21/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R13 902
Tue 31/321:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R14 078
Fri 24/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 6/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R14 094
Sun 19/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R14 397
Tue 17/1121:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/1122:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R14 541
Thu 2/421:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/45:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R14 669
Best flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
Thu 28/521:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 7/65:30
JNB
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EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R17 181
Sat 14/31:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R18 301
Wed 29/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 14/522:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/2R23 068
Mon 4/515:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 05m
KLM
Wed 13/518:00
JNB
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EWR
1 stop26h 45m
KLM
Deal found 21/2R23 596
Mon 4/56:10
EWR
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JNB
3 stops39h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/522:50
JNB
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EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R20 508
Thu 2/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 16/422:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2R23 116
Thu 2/421:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 16/414:30
JNB
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EWR
3 stops34h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R22 540
Fri 10/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 21/419:00
JNB
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EWR
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/2R23 964
Thu 16/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 30/419:00
JNB
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EWR
1 stop26h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2R23 964
Mon 4/518:00
EWR
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JNB
1 stop32h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 11/522:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/2R23 964
Direct flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from Newark to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
Tue 21/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
SWISS
Thu 30/422:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 21/2R22 332
Wed 22/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/422:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R22 348
Sat 2/521:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/522:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R22 620
Sat 7/320:50
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 16/322:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/2R23 036
Mon 4/521:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 13/522:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/2R23 068
Thu 2/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 16/422:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2R23 116
Mon 16/321:50
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 1/422:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/2R23 132
Tue 21/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/522:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R23 452
Thu 21/521:25
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/622:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R23 660
Fri 6/320:50
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/322:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2R23 756
Thu 23/421:45
EWR
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JNB
Nonstop14h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/422:00
JNB
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EWR
Nonstop16h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/2R23 772
Last-minute flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo. Data last updated 24 February 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 23/20:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 12/319:10
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R16 829
Sun 1/30:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R16 381
Sun 1/30:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/319:10
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R17 357
Mon 2/30:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R17 069
Mon 2/30:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/319:10
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R17 117
Mon 9/31:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/319:10
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2R16 541
Mon 9/31:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/2R16 685
Sat 14/31:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/319:05
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R16 557
Sun 15/31:25
EWR
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JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 17/618:00
JNB
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EWR
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/2R16 397
Sun 29/321:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
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EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/2R13 902
Tue 31/321:45
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
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EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/2R14 078
One-way flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Newark to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
Sun 8/312:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R8 782
Sun 1/311:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R8 942
Sun 15/312:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R9 102
Mon 2/312:00
EWR
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JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Egyptair
Deal found 20/2R9 198
Wed 8/411:30
EWR
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JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R9 278
Sun 22/312:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R9 310
Wed 11/312:15
EWR
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JNB
2 stops49h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R9 438
Sat 14/313:00
EWR
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JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Egyptair
Deal found 23/2R9 470
Sun 29/311:30
EWR
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JNB
2 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R9 486
Wed 1/411:30
EWR
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JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R9 534
Wed 18/313:00
EWR
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JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Egyptair
Deal found 21/2R9 726
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 24 February 2026.
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 24 February 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
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Thu 28/5
21:45-3:55
2 stops24h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/6
5:30-19:45
2 stops20h 15m
R17 181
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Sat 14/3
1:25-10:50
1 stop27h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 18/3
19:05-23:30
1 stop34h 25m
R18 301
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Mon 4/5
6:10-3:55
3 stops39h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 11/5
22:50-19:45
2 stops26h 55m
R20 508
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Thu 2/4
21:45-3:55
2 stops24h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 16/4
14:30-19:10
3 stops34h 40m
R22 540
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Wed 29/4
21:45-18:30
Nonstop14h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 14/5
22:00-8:15
Nonstop16h 15m
R23 068
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Thu 2/4
21:45-18:30
Nonstop14h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 16/4
22:00-8:15
Nonstop16h 15m
R23 116
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Mon 4/5
15:15-21:20
2 stops24h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 13/5
18:00-14:45
1 stop26h 45m
R23 596
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Fri 10/4
21:45-18:30
Nonstop14h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 21/4
19:00-13:40
1 stop24h 40m
R23 964
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Thu 16/4
21:45-18:30
Nonstop14h 45m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 30/4
19:00-15:55
1 stop26h 55m
R23 964
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Mon 4/5
18:00-8:35
1 stop32h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 11/5
22:00-8:15
Nonstop16h 15m
R23 964
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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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 20 February 2026.
Booking 38 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 694). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R21 308). 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 24 February 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 often are flights from Newark to Johannesburg delayed?
About 37% of weekly flights between Newark and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 37% of flights being delayed.
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 45% 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 R14 376.
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 24 February 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.
It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
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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 24h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Newark Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 12855 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Ethiopian Air, at R14 878, 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 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R13 694). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R21 308). 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.
Explore flights to OR Tambo departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 24 February 2026.
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 24 February 2026.
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