Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa from R8 217

JFK — JNB
Dec 6 — Dec 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Sun 15/1115:55 -
2 stops39h 15m
Mon 30/1113:50 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 5/11R15 582
Sun 22/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 05m
Sat 5/1215:10 -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 4/11R15 861
Sun 22/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 05m
Sat 5/1215:10 -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 5/11R16 402
Sun 15/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 05m
Sat 12/1213:50 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 3/11R16 681
Mon 30/1115:55 -
2 stops39h 15m
Mon 1/215:10 -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 5/11R17 665
Fri 27/1113:35 -
2 stops41h 00m
Wed 2/1223:25 -
1 stop38h 10m
Deal found 5/11R17 993
Sun 29/1113:35 -
1 stop33h 25m
Sun 6/1214:25 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 2/11R18 010
Tue 3/1113:35 -
1 stop25h 30m
Thu 26/1114:25 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 2/11R18 075
Fri 27/1115:55 -
2 stops39h 15m
Wed 2/1213:50 -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 4/11R18 092
Sun 8/1113:35 -
1 stop33h 25m
Tue 24/1114:25 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 3/11R18 305
Fri 13/1115:55 -
2 stops38h 35m
Thu 3/1223:00 -
2 stops45h 35m
Deal found 6/11R18 387
Sat 14/1120:55 -
2 stops24h 00m
Tue 17/1123:00 -
2 stops26h 55m
Deal found 2/11R18 436

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Round-trip from

R15 861

One-way from

R8 217

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R23 553
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/11-5/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 30m total
  • New York to South Africa
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 29/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 00m total
  • New York to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R31 934 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 447 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/12

12:45-7:10

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 219

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/11

12:45-7:10

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 399

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/11

13:35-19:00

3 stops46h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 974

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/11

22:05-10:40

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 187

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/12

22:00-10:40

3 stops53h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 498

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/12

22:00-10:40

3 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 908

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/11

22:05-8:50

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 040

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/12

20:15-22:25

1 stop43h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 761

New YorkDurban

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/11

0:20-13:45

2 stops30h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 794

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

13:40-7:25

1 stop34h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 811

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R18 042). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 524). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM and Qatar 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.

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Related info for your journey

  • 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 26h 25m. 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 (R8 449), Qatar Airways (R8 956), and Kenya Airways (R11 867).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R18 042). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R29 524). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 865AverageR21 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR12 777AverageR31 240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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