Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa from R7 375

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 168

One-way from

R7 375

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R22 211
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/10-7/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 40m total
  • New York to South Africa
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 17/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 40m total
  • New York to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R20 909 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R11 071 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 16 September 2025.

Fri 24/1011:20JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 7/113:10JNB - JFK
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/9R18 168
Mon 20/1013:45JFK - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Tue 28/107:20CPT - JFK
1 stop30h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/9R18 168
Wed 29/1013:45JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Sat 1/1112:05JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/9R18 203
Mon 22/912:55JFK - JNB
1 stop36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/91:25JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R18 220
Mon 22/913:45JFK - CPT
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/99:00CPT - JFK
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R18 220
Sun 21/914:55JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways
Mon 15/129:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/9R18 238
Wed 19/1112:45JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 30/1114:25CPT - JFK
2 stops23h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/9R18 238
Sat 18/1011:20JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 2/113:10JNB - JFK
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/9R18 255
Wed 22/1013:45JFK - CPT
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1020:25CPT - JFK
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R18 255
Sun 2/1112:45JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1112:50CPT - JFK
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R18 272
Thu 6/110:20JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/1119:10JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/9R18 290
Tue 21/106:45JFK - CPT
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/1117:15CPT - JFK
1 stop36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/9R18 307

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Price

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/10

13:45-13:40

2 stops41h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/10

6:05-7:35

2 stops31h 30m

R18 307

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/10

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

R18 619

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

23:20-8:05

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

20:35-12:35

1 stop23h 00m

R18 637

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/10

12:50-10:35

1 stop39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

17:55-22:40

1 stop34h 45m

R19 123

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

0:35-11:50

1 stop29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/11

17:15-22:25

1 stop36h 10m

R19 365

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

21:35-8:05

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

18:55-17:15

1 stop29h 20m

R19 504

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 25/11

12:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/11

19:10-22:25

1 stop34h 15m

R19 886

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/10

13:45-9:45

2 stops38h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/11

7:00-6:35

2 stops30h 35m

R19 990

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/10

19:50-12:10

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

22:10-12:35

1 stop21h 25m

R20 094

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/10

19:50-12:10

1 stop34h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

18:55-22:05

1 stop34h 10m

R20 129

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 JFK to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa as you normally would.

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 16 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air 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.

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Overall

7,4

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

7,4

Comfort

7,4

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 25h 45m. 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 Norse Atlantic UK (R7 375), Kenya Airways (R8 503), and Egyptair (R11 383).

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 5 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 599AverageR15 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 035AverageR22 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 866AverageR21 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR19 028AverageR23 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR20 005AverageR21 534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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