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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 369

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
May 28 — Jun 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in November or March, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2026.

Sat 2/51:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R15 669
Wed 19/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R15 834
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R15 867
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R15 884
Mon 4/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R15 917
Wed 6/522:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/519:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R15 933
Sun 30/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R15 950
Tue 8/922:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/920:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R15 966
Thu 20/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R16 016
Wed 26/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/1112:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop33h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 032
Wed 14/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop24h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 29/1013:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 098
Wed 7/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1020:20
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 148

Find flight deals from New York to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 669

One-way from

R10 369

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R23 743

Good round-trip deal

R29 329 or less

Good one-way deal

R21 605 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 20m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 55m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to OR Tambo 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 28 April 2026.
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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

22:00-4:00

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 004

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 31/8

22:00-9:00

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 004

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/9

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R19 021

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

22:05-4:00

1 stop23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

12:40-16:40

1 stop34h 00m

R19 665

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/9

1:20-11:00

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:55-15:10

1 stop24h 15m

R19 962

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/9

1:20-11:00

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R21 415

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/8

1:20-11:00

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R21 877

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/9

1:20-11:00

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

9:25-8:50

3 stops29h 25m

R22 075

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Fri 14/8

17:59-4:00

2 stops28h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

20:55-19:19

2 stops28h 24m

R22 653

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

16:55-4:00

2 stops29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops29h 35m

R23 264

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Best time to book a flight from New York to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R1 816). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R13 490). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

The most flights from NYC to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 19% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R14 838.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cape Town (CPT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 51m.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 28 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and Kenya Airways from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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
9 672 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 672 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 672 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
303 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 672 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to OR Tambo. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Virgin Atlantic can get you from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 30m. New York and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 12833 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 658 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, starting at R15 356 and R23 695 round-trip. Qatar Airways is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Egyptair (R9 320), Qatar Airways (R10 323), and Kenya Airways (R11 946).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The most popular route from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or New York LaGuardia - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R1 816). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of R13 490). 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 3 airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New York to OR Tambo. 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 658AverageR19 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 356AverageR17 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR23 695AverageR31 952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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