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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa from R7 729

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
May 10 — May 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Fri 1/515:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R14 588
Tue 8/919:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 21/918:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R14 670
Wed 11/1115:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/119:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R14 801
Wed 16/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R14 916
Thu 24/96:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/1017:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R14 998
Tue 13/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/109:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R15 080
Sun 30/80:25
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/918:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4R15 162
Mon 31/81:20
JFK
-
DUR
2 stops36h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sat 12/912:05
DUR
-
JFK
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R16 491
Sun 19/422:05
JFK
-
DUR
2 stops54h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/518:30
DUR
-
JFK
2 stops28h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/4R17 361
Fri 13/1110:20
JFK
-
DUR
2 stops41h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/1117:00
DUR
-
JFK
2 stops46h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R18 149
Sun 19/422:05
JFK
-
DUR
2 stops30h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/57:00
DUR
-
JFK
2 stops39h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R18 543
Mon 9/111:20
JFK
-
HLA
3 stops36h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/117:00
HLA
-
JFK
2 stops32h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4R18 772

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 588

One-way from

R7 729

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R23 597
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/5-10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 45m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R42 418 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 155 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

1:20-14:50

2 stops31h 30m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 15/5

8:15-22:30

3 stops44h 15m

R19 822

New YorkGeorge

JFK - GRJ

JFKGRJ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

22:00-9:30

2 stops29h 30m

George

Sat 10/10

14:20-8:50

2 stops48h 30m

R20 085

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - HLA

JFKHLA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

22:05-19:15

3 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 13/5

15:40-16:40

2 stops31h 00m

R20 183

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

17:30-9:00

2 stops33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

14:45-15:10

1 stop30h 25m

R21 266

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

12:40-14:55

2 stops32h 15m

R21 545

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 25/9

22:00-10:35

2 stops30h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 29/9

17:00-9:00

2 stops46h 00m

R21 759

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/9

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R22 054

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/5

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

12:10-14:45

2 stops56h 35m

R22 087

New YorkHoedspruit

JFK - HDS

JFKHDS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

1:20-13:55

2 stops30h 35m

Hoedspruit

Sat 16/5

12:10-16:40

2 stops34h 30m

R22 136

New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/6

16:25-11:55

2 stops37h 30m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 19/6

13:35-14:25

2 stops30h 50m

R22 497

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R2 281). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 396). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 10 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and British Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
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Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 871 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Entertainment

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa will take you 30h 30m. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa is about 12551 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa are Egyptair (R9 263), Qatar Airways (R10 585), and Kenya Airways (R11 872).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R2 281). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 396). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 599AverageR19 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 648AverageR23 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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