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— JNB
ene. 21 — ene. 281
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Flights to Johannesburg in 2025

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mar. 12/301:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/28:35 pmJNB - JFK
3 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,317
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lun. 12/291:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
lun. 1/265:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,330
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mié. 12/311:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
vie. 1/161:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/20$1,363
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mar. 12/301:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
sáb. 1/175:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,382
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mar. 12/308:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
mié. 1/2111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/20$1,406
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mié. 12/318:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
sáb. 1/1711:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/20$1,413
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lun. 12/2910:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop27h 10mEthiopian Air
lun. 3/211:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$1,437
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mié. 12/311:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
mar. 1/1312:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,463
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mié. 12/3110:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEthiopian Air
sáb. 1/1711:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/20$1,482
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mar. 12/308:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
sáb. 1/1711:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$1,497
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lun. 12/296:40 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mSWISS
lun. 3/28:15 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Deal found 12/22$1,564
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lun. 12/298:50 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mSWISS
mar. 1/138:15 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop31h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/21$1,576

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

mié. 3/18

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 4/14

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$989

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

lun. 2/9

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/22

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$989

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

lun. 3/9

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/24

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$989

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

vie. 3/20

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/1

11:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,032

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 4/30

7:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 5/12

5:50 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,147

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 4/28

7:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 5/15

6:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$1,147

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 2/12

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/15

11:00 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,181

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 5/1

12:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 5/16

5:50 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$1,247

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 5/1

12:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 5/17

6:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$1,247

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

dom. 2/1

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 2/8

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,300

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Best time to book a flight to Johannesburg

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Johannesburg. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Johannesburg?

On average, a flight from New York to Johannesburg takes 24 hours 56 minutes. Flights to Johannesburg from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Johannesburg should consider flying on Wednesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg are United Airlines, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

Delta
Delta
From $685
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $137
British Airways
British Airways
From $886
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $813

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg are Condor, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

The best insider tips for flights to Johannesburg

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Johannesburg trip
Airlines
American Airlines

AA's Flagship Business offers 6'7" lay-flat beds and 16" HD screens for entertainment.


AA's Premium Economy offers 18.5" seats, 8" recline, and priority boarding on long-haul flights.

Read more about American AirlinesBy Marisa Garcia
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines' Business Class offers lie-flat beds and Ferragamo amenity kits on long-haul flights.


Turkish Airlines' Economy Class offers travel sets and 30-inch legroom on international flights.

Read more about Turkish AirlinesBy Jessica Macdonald
Delta

Delta's Delta One offers 180-degree flat-bed seats and Sky Club access on long-haul routes.


Delta's Premium Select offers larger seats, extra legroom, and priority services on long-haul flights.

Read more about DeltaBy Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats, Saks bedding, and access to exclusive lounges.


United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.

Read more about United AirlinesBy Harriet Baskas
Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian's Cloud Nine offers lie-flat beds on select aircraft and Ethiopian cuisine.


Ethiopian's Economy Class offers 32-inch pitch seats and Ethiopian meals on long-haul flights.

Read more about Ethiopian AirBy Paul Rubio
British Airways

BA's Club Suite offers solo pods with doors for privacy on select aircraft.


BA's World Traveller Plus offers extra seat width and legroom with upgraded service.

Read more about British AirwaysBy Gabriel Leigh
Airports
JNB

For a smooth arrival at JNB, arrange an airport transfer with your hotel to avoid unofficial taxi drivers and ensure safety.

Read more about JNBBy Paul Rubio
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Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated diciembre 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air to South Africa have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,111 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
916 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,605 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michelle,Dec 2025

DEN - MKE

I liked that the plane waited 5 minutes for a family whose incoming plane was late. This was the last flight of the day to MKE. Flight attendants actually checked in throughout the flight. Although, not really friendly. Happy to see screens on seat backs again. This is my first time not flying first class in over 10 years. It was economy plus.

FAQs about flying to Johannesburg

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Johannesburg if I am willing to have layovers?

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

  • What is the best airline to fly to Johannesburg?

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

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Johannesburg?

    A round-trip flight to Johannesburg will typically cost around $177, however they can be found for as little as $39.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Johannesburg depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Johannesburg, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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