HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Johannesburg

$583+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Johannesburg

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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
Feb 13 — Feb 201
Fri 2/13
Fri 2/20
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 January 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$943
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$583
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,251
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg
Search Deals
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Search Deals

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 14, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/218:05 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Sat 1/3110:00 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops28h 29m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$943
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/259:05 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Mon 3/309:15 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops28h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$945
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/208:05 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Fri 2/610:00 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops28h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$949
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/218:05 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Mon 2/97:35 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops30h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:55 pm
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 2/1011:00 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/13$951
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/128:55 pm
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/1511:00 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/14$952
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:55 pm
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 2/1111:00 pm
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/13$953
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/228:05 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Mon 2/27:35 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$955
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/69:00 pm
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops27h 35m
British Airways
Mon 2/167:35 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$960
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/168:55 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
British Airways
Sun 4/199:15 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$961
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/249:35 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
British Airways
Sat 1/317:35 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$962
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/210:20 am
JFK
-
HLA
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/96:30 am
HLA
-
JFK
3 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,330

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg that are best for you.

Fly from

John F Kennedy Intl

Fly to

Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/25

9:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop19h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

9:15 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$945

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/26

9:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/10

10:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$996

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/27

1:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

1:35 am-6:35 am

1 stop36h 00m

$1,003

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

3:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

9:50 am-3:25 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$1,049

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,053

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/6

12:29 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 31m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

9:55 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop23h 03m

$1,114

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/28

5:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/10

7:20 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$1,123

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/15

10:23 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

10:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,125

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/24

2:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/1

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$1,127

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/7

2:30 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

9:55 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop23h 03m

$1,151

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/14

Showing 1-10 of 36 results
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 90 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg (average of $496). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

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 January 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,169 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
944 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
290 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,674 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg in 19h 05m. Fly via British Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7967 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Condor ($480), Ethiopian Air ($826), and Turkish Airlines ($840) offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg. Condor is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    $514 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on RwandAir and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $567 and $636, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    The most popular layover on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg is Nairobi.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Nairobi?

    Nairobi National Museum, Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park are the most popular attractions in Nairobi if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Nairobi National Museum, Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park are located about 8.6 mi, 14.8 mi, and 8.8 mi, respectively from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Nairobi can rent one for about $51 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg flights?

    Flights departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and landing in Johannesburg layover in London least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg (average of $496). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Newark to OR Tambo flights
Newark to Cape Town flights
John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Cape Town flights
LaGuardia to Cape Town flights
LaGuardia to OR Tambo flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Sun City Resort flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Lanseria flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Durban flights
Newark to Durban flights
LaGuardia to Durban flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Port Elizabeth flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Pietermaritzburg flights
John F Kennedy Intl to George flights
Newark to George flights
Newark to Nelspruit flights
Newark to Lanseria flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Polokwane flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Hoedspruit flights
Stewart to Cape Town flights
Newark to East London flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Nelspruit flights
John F Kennedy Intl to East London flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Phalaborwa flights
Newark to Phalaborwa flights
Stewart to OR Tambo flights

Top 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$490Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$826Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$840Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,026Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,045Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,058Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,198Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$1,273Average$2,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.