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May 6 — May 131
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Flights to USA in 2024

Find the latest flights to USA in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 470 searches and data was last updated on 1 May 2024.

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August

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Average price

R15 397

Return from

R13 337

One-way from

R7 287
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for return flights in May 2024
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Cheap flights to USA in May & June 2024

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The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to USA in May and June 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Newark
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Tue 21/518:50JNB - EWR
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Cheap flights to New York
Tue 21/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
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Wed 1/521:55JNB - JFK
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Wed 1/521:55JNB - LGA
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Cheap flights to Los Angeles
Tue 7/518:50JNB - LAX
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Wed 8/518:55JNB - LAX
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Mon 27/519:00JNB - LAX
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Cheap flights to Miami
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Tue 28/518:55JNB - MIA
1 stop27h 15mVirgin Atlantic
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Fri 31/519:20JNB - MIA
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Mon 27/513:35JNB - MIA
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USA 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for USA in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 470 searches and data were last updated on 1 May 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to USA in May and June 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
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Sun 11/81:15JNB - JFK
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Fri 29/111:15JNB - JFK
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Tue 21/518:50JNB - EWR
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Tue 11/212:05EWR - JNB
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Wed 24/718:50JNB - JFK
1 stop28h 25mDelta
Tue 27/823:00JFK - JNB
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Tue 21/518:50JNB - EWR
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Wed 12/27:00EWR - JNB
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One-way flights to USA

Explore one-way flight options to USA for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 470 searches and data was last updated on 1 May 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to USA at this time. Book a round-trip flight to USA instead by using the search form above.
Wed 19/617:00JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mKenya Airways
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Sun 4/81:15JNB - LAX
2 stops41h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4R11 408
Thu 30/513:35JNB - MIA
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R10 340

Direct flights to USA

Fri 30/821:55JNB - ATL
Nonstop16h 10mDelta
Thu 5/921:20ATL - JNB
Nonstop15h 40mDelta
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Wed 22/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/620:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
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Sun 19/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mLufthansa
Tue 4/620:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mLufthansa
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Tue 14/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/521:10EWR - JNB
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Thu 23/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/221:00EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
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Wed 29/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/620:45EWR - JNB
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Deal found 30/4R25 662
Mon 15/721:55JNB - ATL
Nonstop16h 10mDelta
Mon 19/821:15ATL - JNB
Nonstop15h 45mDelta
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Tue 21/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/221:00EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4R27 404
Wed 24/720:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/820:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/4R28 154

Average price of flights to USA by month

Plan your trip to USA by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to USA is currently R9 678 while a return flight costs R14 348. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to USA (average of R865). Flying to USA in July will prove the most costly (average of R1 138). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R16 521

February

R16 765

March

R17 196

April

R17 533

May

R17 046

June

R17 589

July

R21 316

August

R17 870

September

R17 458

October

R16 240

November

R16 203

December

R16 634

The best time to book your flights to USA varies depending on where you are going so doing a bit of homework in advance will only work in your favour.

Peak season

Due to the size of the United States the peak season for each city vary. New York experiences its peak season from September to December, Miami from January to April, whereas somewhere like Las Vegas doesn’t ever really have a low season so is busy all year-round. Due to this you should always aim to look for cheap flights to USA as early as you can to avoid overpaying on flight tickets that you could potentially find deals on.

Off Season

The off season sees similar fluctuations depending on where exactly you are visiting. New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco typically have the cheapest flight tickets around January thanks to a rainy season and cold temperatures.

Temperature and rainfall in USA by month

Plan your trip to USA by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NYC

Temperature

1 - 25 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to USA, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to USA?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to USA. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to USA may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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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 1 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways and British Airways to USA 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.
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Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

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Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Where are the most popular flight destinations in USA?

The most popular flight destinations in USA are New York, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Miami and Orlando.
  • How to get cheap flights to USA?

    The best way to find cheap flights from South Africa to USA is to book at least three months in advance and fly via Doha, Dubai, London, Madrid, Amsterdam or Istanbul.Indirect flights can be much cheaper than the direct route from Johannesburg to New York with South African Airways. If you can be flexible with your dates and location then you’ll find cheap flights to USA are much easier to come by.Do not insist on flying directly to your desired destination but look for the cheapest flights to land on the US and then take a domestic flight to your destination which most of the times is going to be quite cheap.Make sure to allow plenty of time for your Visa applications for all the countries you will fly to even if you are only staying for a few hours (stopover – connecting flights).If you want to visit Miami for example, a cheap way of getting there is from Cape Town or Joburg to Doha and from there to Miami or the nearby Fort Lauderdale airport. You can also check flights from Joburg to London via Doha, then to Orlando FL and from there take a domestic flight to Miami (Orlando to Miami is just an hour’s flight and usually goes for less than R1000 return).If you are planning to visit New York, first fly to London via Barcelona, Amsterdam, Doha or Dubai and then get a direct flight from London to New York with Norwegian.When searching for flights to USA, always check for alternative stopovers and don’t forget to use our Smart Value feature to sort flights by balancing journey time and price.

  • How long is the flight to USA?

    Direct Flights from Johannesburg to New York: 15 hours 45 minutes Indirect Flights from Johannesburg to New York: 22 hours

  • Which airlines operate flights to USA?

    South African Airways, Emirates, Qatar, Etihad, Jet Blue, United, British Airways, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Norwegian and Virgin are the most popular airlines that fly to New York. Which airline depends a lot on where your stop over is, for example you’ll more than likely fly with Emirates if you stop in Dubai along the way. There’s a large number of airports across the country which means finding flights to the US is easy, no matter where you plan to land. Some of the largest are: New York: JFK; LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR) Los Angeles (LAX) San Francisco (SFO) Orlando International Airport (MCO) Las Vegas (LAS) Miami (MIA)

  • What is good to know if travelling to United States?

    USA insider information:First things first, you’ll need to decide where in the USA you are hoping to visit. Then just simply book your flights to the USA and take a look at this airport guide to prepare yourself for your getaway.Before you secure your flight tickets, take a look at this post about 25 unmissable experiences and see if there are any USA related ones you could tick off.Take a look at number three on this list if your flights to the USA take you to Miami. The Wynwood Walls is a must-see incredible art trail that shouldn’t be missed.So you’re going to Las Vegas…maybe you’re even going for a wedding. Well if that’s the case you’ll definitely want to take a look these 13 Las Vegas chapels to suit every couple.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to USA if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to USA on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to USA?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, JetBlue is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to USA.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in USA?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in USA. One-way flights to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport typically cost R375, while return flights cost around R1 455.

  • How much is a return flight to USA?

    A return flight to USA will typically cost around R148, however they can be found for as little as R147.

  • Where does the fastest flight to USA depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to USA, Cape Town offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Airport?

    Yes. Los Angeles Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 2br Furn Home - Safe/Quiet/Clean So Bay Nr Bch/Lax is the closest property to Los Angeles Airport (0,0 km away from Los Angeles Airport).

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