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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 089

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Apr 9 — Apr 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or April, booked 62 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 10 March 2026.

Sun 12/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 7/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R14 284
Tue 31/321:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R14 301
Sun 12/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R14 451
Fri 8/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 18/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R14 517
Fri 8/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 11/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R14 700
Thu 16/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R14 967
Tue 31/321:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 2/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R14 983
Tue 7/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R15 250
Fri 15/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/722:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R15 483
Thu 16/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/48:20
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops41h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R15 516
Sun 29/321:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R15 749
Sun 19/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/45:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R15 766

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 284

One-way from

R10 089

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R24 523

Good one-way deal

R22 284 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/4-7/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 10m total
  • Newark to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R51 696 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 639 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 10 March 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

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 7/4

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

17:30-19:45

4 stops32h 15m

R17 930

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 1/5

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

17:30-19:45

4 stops56h 15m

R22 408

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 24/4

23:55-10:15

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

13:30-21:20

2 stops37h 50m

R24 523

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 7/4

21:45-18:30

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

22:00-8:15

Nonstop16h 15m

R25 155

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 4/5

6:10-13:05

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

17:30-19:45

4 stops32h 15m

R25 155

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 4/5

21:45-18:30

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

22:00-8:15

Nonstop16h 15m

R25 988

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 1/5

21:45-18:30

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

19:00-15:55

1 stop26h 55m

R26 071

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 21/4

21:45-18:30

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

19:00-15:55

1 stop26h 55m

R26 071

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 22/4

21:45-18:30

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

19:00-15:45

1 stop26h 45m

R27 070

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 20/4

11:25-8:35

2 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:00-15:55

1 stop26h 55m

R27 070

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 62 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 R14 251). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R22 592). 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 10 March 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.

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 10 March 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
9 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 409 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
968 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Food

6,6

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,3

Crew

8,1

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

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 24h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Emirates 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 484, 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.

  • 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 R27 112, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R18 787. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R13 968 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R14 251). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of R22 592). 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 484AverageR19 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR23 892AverageR30 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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