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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United States from R8 321

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Sep 15 — Sep 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 August 2026.

Tue 22/910:55 -
2 stops39h 05m
Wed 30/922:00 -
2 stops24h 10m
Deal found 12/8R13 874
Sun 29/1112:05 -
1 stop25h 30m
Sun 6/1213:45 -
1 stop31h 10m
Deal found 11/8R13 890
Thu 10/99:45 -
1 stop28h 50m
Thu 24/922:20 -
1 stop27h 55m
Deal found 11/8R14 150
Mon 7/99:45 -
1 stop28h 50m
Mon 14/922:20 -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 15/8R14 166
Mon 28/914:30 -
2 stops59h 30m
Mon 5/1022:00 -
2 stops24h 10m
Deal found 13/8R14 214
Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop28h 50m
Sun 22/1122:00 -
1 stop27h 20m
Deal found 14/8R14 230
Mon 26/1017:00 -
1 stop20h 35m
Mon 9/1113:45 -
1 stop19h 05m
Deal found 11/8R14 311
Tue 22/910:55 -
2 stops39h 05m
Mon 5/1022:00 -
2 stops24h 10m
Deal found 15/8R14 344
Sun 27/920:15 -
1 stop29h 25m
Sat 10/1019:30 -
1 stop42h 10m
Deal found 12/8R14 360
Tue 8/920:15 -
2 stops29h 43m
Thu 17/910:30 -
1 stop27h 10m
Deal found 15/8R14 684
Mon 7/920:15 -
2 stops33h 11m
Mon 14/917:00 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 15/8R14 684
Mon 14/920:15 -
2 stops29h 43m
Tue 29/910:30 -
1 stop27h 10m
Deal found 13/8R14 700

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 16 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 874

One-way from

R8 321

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 145
22/9-30/9
  • 22/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to USA
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to USA
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R24 682 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 549 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgNew York

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

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

20:15-18:45

2 stops28h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

13:10-19:40

1 stop24h 30m

R14 716

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGA New York LaGuardia

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

21:55-21:40

1 stop29h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 22/11

16:00-8:20

2 stops33h 20m

R14 716

JohannesburgNew York

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

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

19:35-17:20

1 stop28h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/12

21:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R14 732

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGA New York LaGuardia

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

20:15-22:24

2 stops32h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/10

19:00-19:40

1 stop18h 40m

R14 765

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

20:15-19:15

1 stop29h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/9

19:34-19:40

1 stop18h 06m

R15 234

JohannesburgBaltimore

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - BWI Baltimore/Washington

JNBBWI

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

22:00-21:42

2 stops30h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 23/11

10:09-18:35

2 stops25h 26m

R15 509

JohannesburgNew York

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

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

R15 655

JohannesburgNewark

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - EWR Newark

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

Tue 29/9

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

R15 671

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/10

10:55-13:30

1 stop20h 35m

R15 671

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:30-8:55

2 stops24h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/10

10:55-13:30

1 stop20h 35m

R15 671

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to USA

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to the United States

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to USA?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to USA (average of R16 270). Flying from Johannesburg to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 868). 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 JNB to US?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to USA as you normally would.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United States delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and United States have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United States flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United States flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to USA?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to USA, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 16 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to the United States. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 104 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 167 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports serve Johannesburg to USA flights?

    If you plan on taking a trip from Johannesburg to the USA, you will find that only one airport in Johannesburg will accommodate flights to the USA. O.R. Tambo International Airport is the only airport within the city that will serve flights out from South Africa to the United States. While on the other hand, plenty of airports in the USA will accept flights from Johannesburg such as Los Angeles International Airport, which is the third busiest airport in the world, and John F. Kennedy International Airport, which is the sixth busiest airport in North America, and located in Queens, New York.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to the USA?

    When you choose to fly from Johannesburg to the USA, airlines that will fly directly all vary on the location of the destination in the USA. If you choose to fly to Los Angeles International Airport, the airlines that will serve flights directly from Johannesburg to the United States include Delta, Qatar Airways, Alitalia, and South African Airways. These airlines provide the most available flights from  O.R. Tambo International Airport. When choosing to fly from Johannesburg to New York, the airlines that will provide flights to travellers include South African Airways, Kenya Airways, and Emirates.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to the US?

    Stopover options, when flying from Johannesburg to the USA, will vary on the destination within the United States. If you choose to land in Los Angeles International Airport, the stopovers can range from one stop to two stop depending on the time of the trip and the airline picked. The location of the stopover can vary from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Hamad International Airport, and Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Flights to Los Angeles can range in time, depending on the choice of airline, from 22h 20m-38h 13m. Flights from Johannesburg to New York will typically be one-stop and sometimes even nonstop depending on the airline that is chosen. The location for the stopover can include Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Dubai International Airport, and Hamad International Airport. Flights to this location can vary on time from 15h 13m-25h 10m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to the United States?

    When intending to go on a trip from Johannesburg to the USA you will need to acquire a US Visa, or a tourist visa in order to visit the United States. You will also need a South African passport that is valid for at least six months prior to the date of your planned trip to the USA.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to USA?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to USA in 28h 30m. Fly via Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 12822 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to USA one-way?

    R6 731 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from R6 855 and R7 650, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to USA?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to USA, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Newark, Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York LaGuardia, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to USA that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to USA flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to USA?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to USA.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to USA?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to USA 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 Johannesburg to USA?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to USA (average of R16 270). Flying from Johannesburg to USA in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 868). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to USA

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to USA. 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 16 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR5 716AverageR15 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 001AverageR15 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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JetBlueCheapestR10 659AverageR17 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 089AverageR17 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 437AverageR17 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 905AverageR14 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 023AverageR15 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 451AverageR17 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 701AverageR14 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR12 827AverageR17 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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