Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa from R6 825

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
Nov 22 — Nov 291
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 23 October 2025.

Mon 1/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1223:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10R17 428
Mon 27/1021:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 31/1023:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/10R17 446
Sun 30/1122:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/129:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/10R17 481
Fri 5/1210:20JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 11/123:10JNB - JFK
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/10R17 498
Sun 26/1022:55JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 25mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/119:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10R17 550
Sat 25/1011:20JFK - JNB
2 stops45h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 27/1020:20JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R17 568
Wed 19/1121:00JFK - JNB
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 2/123:10JNB - JFK
2 stops59h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 22/10R17 585
Sat 15/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/1123:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/10R17 602
Sat 29/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/1223:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10R17 637
Sun 2/111:20JFK - JNB
1 stop31h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 8/1116:50JNB - JFK
2 stops46h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R17 655
Sat 29/1120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1223:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/10R17 689
Wed 3/1220:55JFK - JNB
2 stops33h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 31/323:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10R17 724

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 23 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 428

One-way from

R6 825

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R24 636
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/12-7/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • New York to South Africa
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 11/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 55m total
  • New York to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R19 198 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 426 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 31/12

20:05-13:30

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

16:00-11:05

2 stops26h 05m

R18 334

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 6/12

0:20-13:30

2 stops30h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 14/12

16:00-22:25

2 stops37h 25m

R19 135

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/3

9:50-16:25

1 stop36h 35m

R20 040

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/3

12:50-13:30

2 stops41h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/3

16:00-12:05

2 stops26h 05m

R20 754

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 26/11

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/12

19:50-18:55

3 stops30h 05m

R21 224

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

15:45-12:40

2 stops38h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

18:25-9:20

2 stops44h 55m

R21 764

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 29/11

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

19:50-18:55

3 stops30h 05m

R22 094

New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/12

0:20-15:05

2 stops31h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Sat 13/12

15:45-22:25

2 stops37h 40m

R22 373

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/2

18:00-19:15

1 stop18h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/2

21:30-11:17

1 stop20h 47m

R22 669

New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/3

1:20-15:05

2 stops31h 45m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 13/3

15:45-18:45

2 stops33h 00m

R23 035

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R8 566). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 040). 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 23 October 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 23 October 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.

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

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

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,4

Crew

7,9

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 24h. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa is about 12822 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 800), Hahn Air (R11 857), and American Airlines (R12 745).

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R8 566). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 040). 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
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 185AverageR21 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 648AverageR15 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 086AverageR22 476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 922AverageR21 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR19 092AverageR24 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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