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R8 526+ Cheap flights to John F Kennedy Intl

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— JFK
Jun 28 — Jul 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to John F Kennedy Intl in 2026

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Cheapest flights to John F Kennedy Intl Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 May 2026.

Tue 7/714:30
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/722:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5R14 831
Tue 9/621:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 34m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 15/620:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/5R14 913
Thu 24/920:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 1/1020:15
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/5R14 994
Sun 15/1112:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 30m
Kenya Airways
Sun 22/1113:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 027
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/622:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5R15 125
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/822:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/5R15 158
Mon 14/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Wed 14/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 174
Thu 22/109:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 5/1115:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/5R15 190
Wed 3/61:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 20m
Kenya Airways
Thu 11/613:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/5R15 256

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Find the latest flights to John F Kennedy Intl in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 29 May 2026.

Return from

R13 884

One-way from

R8 526

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 370
12/11-23/11
  • 12/11-23/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

20:15-22:52

2 stops32h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/10

13:10-19:40

1 stop24h 30m

R18 179
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

19:10-14:25

1 stop25h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 28/6

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

R18 506

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/10

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

R18 637

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/11

10:20-15:25

1 stop22h 05m

R18 637

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

9:25-8:50

3 stops29h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 13/9

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

R18 800

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

13:30-8:50

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

R19 012

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

10:05-18:55

2 stops38h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/10

22:20-20:35

2 stops40h 15m

R19 159

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

22:20-8:50

1 stop40h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/7

22:20-20:35

2 stops64h 15m

R20 597
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

20:55-22:30

1 stop31h 35m

R9 735

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

20:55-22:30

1 stop31h 35m

R9 931

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Everything you need to know about your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How long is the flight to John F Kennedy Intl?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to John F Kennedy Intl takes 22 hours 5 minutes. Flights to John F Kennedy Intl from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to John F Kennedy Intl?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to John F Kennedy Intl are Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways and Emirates.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R12 835
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 894
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R12 555
KLM
KLM
From R13 584

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to John F Kennedy Intl?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to John F Kennedy Intl are Emirates, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit John F Kennedy Intl when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to John F Kennedy Intl, 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 John F Kennedy Intl?

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to John F Kennedy Intl. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 29 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,KLM, andVirgin Atlantic to the United States to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
KLM
7,8
Good
1 526 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
304 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 008 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

FAQs about flying to John F Kennedy Intl

  • Can I find cheaper flights to John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to John F Kennedy Intl.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in John F Kennedy Intl?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in John F Kennedy Intl. One-way flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl typically cost R1 613, while return flights cost around R19 423.

  • How much is a return flight to John F Kennedy Intl?

    A return flight to John F Kennedy Intl will typically cost around R21 815, however they can be found for as little as R19 423.

  • Where does the fastest flight to John F Kennedy Intl depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to John F Kennedy Intl, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does New York John F Kennedy Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New York John F Kennedy Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. New York John F Kennedy Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. TWA Hotel At JFK Airport is the closest property to New York John F Kennedy Intl (0,0 km away from New York John F Kennedy Intl).

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