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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 823

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Aug 26 — Sep 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or May, 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 27 July 2026.

Thu 20/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 3/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R17 982
Thu 20/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 27/822:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/7R17 999
Sun 13/921:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 30/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R18 283
Sun 13/921:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 27/914:30
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R18 584
Sun 16/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 12/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/7R18 668
Sun 16/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 29/822:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/7R18 701
Fri 21/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 2/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/7R18 718
Sun 23/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 28/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R18 902
Tue 15/921:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 30/922:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/7R18 919
Fri 14/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 30/814:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/7R19 053
Sun 23/821:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 15/914:30
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/7R19 069

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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 982

One-way from

R10 823

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R30 628

Good one-way deal

R22 306 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/8-3/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 2/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R39 028 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 715 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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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 27 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 13/9

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

5:00-19:10

2 stops21h 10m

R21 210

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 18/11

0:25-22:25

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

18:50-22:30

1 stop34h 40m

R23 151
Fastest return journey

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 14/10

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

22:00-7:45

Nonstop15h 45m

R28 621

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 23/8

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

22:00-7:45

Nonstop15h 45m

R28 621

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 4/9

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

22:00-7:45

Nonstop15h 45m

R29 457

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 29/8

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

22:00-7:45

Nonstop15h 45m

R29 457

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 29/10

21:50-18:35

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

19:45-16:00

1 stop27h 15m

R29 608

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 6/9

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

19:00-15:45

1 stop26h 45m

R29 608
Cheapest one-way

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 12/1

0:25-11:00

1 stop27h 35m

R14 034

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 15/10

0:25-10:15

1 stop27h 50m

R15 205

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to OR Tambo

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Cheapflights Insights

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 R24 088). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 628). 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 27 July 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R24 004 and R33 840 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R17 982 on Ethiopian Air (Aug 20–Sept 3).

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 27 July 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
10 046 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 046 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 046 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 011 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 046 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Crew

8,1

Food

6,6

Boarding

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

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 Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, or United Airlines 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 558, 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 43% 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 R26 488, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R22 139. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R17 982 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 R24 088). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R30 628). 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 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 558AverageR16 754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR24 006AverageR32 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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