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Cheap flights from New York to South Africa from R7 903

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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 22 March 2026.

Tue 21/40:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/618:00
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/3R14 191
Sun 19/40:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/617:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/3R14 208
Tue 13/100:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/1019:10
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 599
Wed 7/1019:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 28/1019:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/3R14 633
Mon 20/40:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/617:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 854
Mon 4/515:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 871
Mon 12/100:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 29/1019:10
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 871
Thu 7/512:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 27/518:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/3R14 888
Sun 23/812:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/917:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop30h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 905
Thu 23/422:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R14 973
Mon 4/50:25
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/517:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 990
Mon 4/50:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/517:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/3R14 990

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 191

One-way from

R7 903

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R23 352

Good one-way deal

R23 598 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/4-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 45m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 5/4
  • 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 (R41 940 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 412 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to South Africa.
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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 22 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/9

6:50-10:30

1 stop21h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

18:00-10:55

1 stop22h 55m

R17 114

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - HLA

JFKHLA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/9

11:20-22:05

2 stops28h 45m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 8/9

10:00-15:10

2 stops35h 10m

R22 400

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - HLA

JFKHLA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

22:00-16:00

3 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 13/5

7:00-9:20

2 stops32h 20m

R22 400

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - HLA

JFKHLA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 31/8

11:20-9:25

2 stops40h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 9/9

15:40-15:10

2 stops29h 30m

R22 689

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/8

19:00-0:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

12:10-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

R22 842

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/4

22:20-10:15

2 stops29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

R23 063

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/4

23:00-5:30

1 stop24h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

10:05-14:25

1 stop34h 20m

R23 063

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - HLA

JFKHLA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

11:20-22:05

2 stops28h 45m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 10/9

15:40-15:10

2 stops29h 30m

R23 658

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 17/4

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

19:10-18:55

2 stops29h 45m

R23 913

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

22:20-10:15

2 stops29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

R24 762

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of R2 362). Flying from New York to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 987). 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 22 March 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 22 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways 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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 455 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
971 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
300 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 807 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 455 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

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 21h 40m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, SAUDIA, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from New York 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 to South Africa one-way?

    R8 754 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 626 and R12 086, 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 Newark - 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of R2 362). Flying from New York to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 987). 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 New York to South Africa

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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 942AverageR20 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 807AverageR19 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 568AverageR24 388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 279AverageR23 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR22 699AverageR29 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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