Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 679
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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Jan 6 — Jan 131
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 March or April, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Friday 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 7 December 2025.
Mon 29/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R17 310
Fri 26/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/123:00JNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R19 256
Fri 19/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/123:00JNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R23 875
Thu 25/1220:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R24 332
Sun 21/1220:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R25 178
Fri 26/1220:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/119:45JNB - EWR
2 stops28h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R25 330
Tue 30/1222:00EWR - JNB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/120:15JNB - EWR
1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R25 381
Tue 30/1219:29EWR - JNB
2 stops55h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R25 533
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 7 December 2025.
Thu 28/521:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/614:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R16 718
Tue 31/30:40EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 5/418:00JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12R20 423
Mon 16/223:45EWR - JNB
2 stops37h 50mEmirates
Mon 9/322:20JNB - EWR
2 stops29h 00mEmirates
Deal found 6/12R22 877
Wed 21/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/214:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R16 718
Sun 15/323:55EWR - JNB
2 stops28h 30mEmirates
Mon 30/322:20JNB - EWR
2 stops29h 00mEmirates
Deal found 6/12R22 894
Sun 8/26:00EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/214:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/12R21 980
Fri 13/223:45EWR - JNB
2 stops37h 50mEmirates
Fri 27/210:25JNB - EWR
2 stops41h 45mEmirates
Deal found 5/12R23 723
Wed 4/210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/223:00JNB - EWR
3 stops50h 56mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/12R22 183
Sun 8/323:55EWR - JNB
2 stops34h 40mEmirates
Fri 20/318:50JNB - EWR
2 stops32h 30mEmirates
Deal found 5/12R23 977
Mon 16/210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 9/312:30JNB - EWR
4 stops50h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R23 604
Mon 30/323:55EWR - JNB
2 stops28h 20mEmirates
Fri 10/422:20JNB - EWR
2 stops29h 00mEmirates
Deal found 6/12R24 027
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 7 December 2025.
Sat 3/120:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mLufthansa
Mon 19/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12R24 010
Thu 15/120:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12R24 315
Wed 21/120:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R24 332
Sat 3/120:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12R24 349
Sun 8/321:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/322:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R24 755
Fri 9/120:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 19/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R25 161
Wed 18/321:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/422:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R25 178
Wed 7/120:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/222:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R25 855
Thu 28/521:25EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/622:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12R26 007
Thu 25/1220:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1222:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12R26 024
Sun 29/321:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/422:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12R26 159
Thu 26/321:50EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/422:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12R26 515
Last-minute flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo. Data last updated 7 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 29/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 13/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R17 310
Wed 14/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 25/223:00JNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/12R18 020
Fri 16/117:40EWR - JNB
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/119:10JNB - EWR
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R17 665
Sat 17/10:25EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/219:10JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12R17 970
Sun 18/10:25EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 30/119:05JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12R17 276
Sun 18/10:25EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 26/119:05JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/12R17 936
Mon 19/10:25EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 27/119:10JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12R17 496
Mon 19/117:40EWR - JNB
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/119:05JNB - EWR
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R18 071
Wed 21/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 8/214:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12R16 718
Wed 21/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 29/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/12R17 225
Wed 21/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/12R17 817
Fri 23/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/12R17 987
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 7 December 2025.
Wed 21/16:10EWR - JNB
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R9 679
Tue 20/122:30EWR - JNB
2 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R9 712
Wed 4/312:00EWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 6/12R9 746
Mon 2/312:00EWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Deal found 5/12R9 763
Wed 4/35:55EWR - JNB
2 stops43h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R9 848
Sat 7/31:35EWR - JNB
3 stops59h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R9 966
Fri 6/25:25EWR - JNB
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R10 220
Tue 10/318:45EWR - JNB
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R10 355
Mon 30/35:55EWR - JNB
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R10 508
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 7 December 2025.
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 7 December 2025.
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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Route
Depart
Return
Price
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Thu 28/5
21:45-3:55
2 stops24h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/6
14:30-8:55
2 stops24h 25m
R16 718
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Wed 21/1
10:00-13:05
1 stop20h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 8/2
14:30-8:00
2 stops24h 30m
R16 718
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Tue 31/3
0:40-10:35
1 stop27h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/4
18:00-22:45
1 stop34h 45m
R20 423
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Sun 8/2
6:00-13:05
2 stops24h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 19/2
14:30-8:00
2 stops24h 30m
R21 980
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Wed 4/2
10:00-13:05
1 stop20h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 11/2
23:00-18:56
3 stops50h 56m
R22 183
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Mon 16/2
23:45-20:35
2 stops37h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/3
22:20-21:20
2 stops29h 00m
R22 877
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Sun 15/3
23:55-10:25
2 stops28h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 30/3
22:20-21:20
2 stops29h 00m
R22 894
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Mon 16/2
10:00-13:05
1 stop20h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/3
12:30-9:00
4 stops50h 30m
R23 604
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Fri 13/2
23:45-20:35
2 stops37h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 27/2
10:25-21:10
2 stops41h 45m
R23 723
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Sun 8/3
23:55-16:35
2 stops34h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 20/3
18:50-21:20
2 stops32h 30m
R23 977
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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
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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 5 December 2025.
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 R14 484). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R24 620). 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 7 December 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
How often are flights from Newark to Johannesburg delayed?
About 36% 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 36% 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 53% 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 206.
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 7 December 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.
Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Related info for your journey
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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 or Turkish 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 R16 838, 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 R20 917, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R15 787. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R16 430 for that flight.
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 484). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R24 620). 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 7 December 2025.
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 7 December 2025.
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