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Cheap flights from New York to South Africa from R7 183

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
Mar 17 — Mar 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 February 2026.

Mon 30/313:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 14/417:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/2R12 709
Mon 4/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 13/512:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R12 725
Tue 5/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R12 741
Sun 12/413:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Tue 21/412:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/2R12 773
Sun 29/313:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 5/417:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/2R12 980
Mon 23/213:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Sun 8/317:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/2R13 044
Fri 20/213:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Tue 31/317:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/2R13 092
Mon 4/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Mon 11/512:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/2R13 108
Sun 22/220:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/323:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/2R13 251
Thu 16/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R13 251
Tue 5/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 18/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/2R13 283
Wed 18/313:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 23/412:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/2R13 299

Find flight deals from New York to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 15 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 709

One-way from

R7 183

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R22 329

Good one-way deal

R18 929 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 30/3-14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 40m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 15m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R39 322 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 989 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to South Africa 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 15 February 2026.
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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 19/5

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R15 815

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

13:50-20:00

2 stops60h 10m

R15 863

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/4

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

13:50-20:00

2 stops60h 10m

R15 974

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/4

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

14:25-7:35

2 stops23h 10m

R16 038

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/4

22:00-14:35

2 stops34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

13:50-20:00

2 stops60h 10m

R16 086

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/5

13:45-0:15

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

R16 341

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/4

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/4

14:20-7:35

1 stop23h 15m

R17 025

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 30/3

19:50-13:15

2 stops35h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 6/4

14:45-22:30

2 stops37h 45m

R17 041

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

12:55-13:15

2 stops42h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 20/5

14:45-17:55

2 stops33h 10m

R17 185

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

13:50-13:30

2 stops41h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 23/3

16:00-12:05

2 stops26h 05m

R17 392

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Best time to book a flight from New York to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to South Africa?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of R7 963). Flying from New York to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 870). 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 NYC to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 15 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York 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 15 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, United Airlines, andEthiopian Air from New York to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

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
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 295 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

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
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
292 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

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
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 741 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,5

Entertainment

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to South Africa in 24h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from New York to South Africa is about 12855 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 to South Africa one-way?

    R8 204 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R10 420 and R11 326, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to South Africa 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 New York to South Africa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of R7 963). Flying from New York to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 870). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New York to South Africa. 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 15 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 316AverageR19 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 782AverageR18 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 480AverageR22 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 465AverageR22 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR21 272AverageR27 645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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