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$509+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
Nov 28 — Dec 51
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New York to JohannesburgExplore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.
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This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/2711:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$955
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/119:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/2611:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$971
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/18:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/1811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,000
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/38:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,001
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2910:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 12/99:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/28![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,004
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/512:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,012
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/219:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/2711:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,012
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 11/298:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/2011:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/26![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,013
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sat 11/228:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/2911:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,014
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/289:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/162:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,014
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Sat 11/298:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/1811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,015
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/298:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,016
Cheap flight deals from New York to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 October 29, 2025.
Round-trip from | $955 (Vliegwinkel) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $509 (oojo) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,416 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 October 29, 2025.
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New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 3/7
12:20 am-10:50 am
1 stop27h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/11
7:05 pm-6:45 pm
1 stop29h 40m
$1,166
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 3/8
9:55 pm-3:55 am
2 stops24h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/11
11:00 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops26h 55m
$1,278
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 11/24
8:55 pm-10:10 am
3 stops30h 15m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 11/28
11:00 pm-6:55 pm
2 stops26h 55m
$1,285
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 3/7
8:55 pm-9:25 am
3 stops29h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/11
11:00 pm-7:55 pm
2 stops26h 55m
$1,338
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 3/8
11:00 pm-5:35 am
1 stop24h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/11
6:50 pm-6:55 pm
2 stops30h 05m
$1,351
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Wed 1/14
11:45 pm-8:35 pm
2 stops37h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 2/25
10:20 pm-9:10 pm
2 stops29h 50m
$1,351
NewarkJohannesburg
EWR - JNB
EWRJNB
Newark
Sun 11/16
11:45 pm-10:25 am
2 stops27h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 11/25
6:50 pm-9:10 pm
2 stops33h 20m
$1,351
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 1/6
10:40 am-4:35 pm
1 stop22h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 2/11
10:25 am-6:55 pm
2 stops39h 30m
$1,352
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 1/5
11:00 pm-4:35 pm
1 stop34h 35m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 2/12
6:50 pm-1:55 pm
1 stop26h 05m
$1,352
New YorkJohannesburg
JFK - JNB
JFKJNB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 1/6
10:40 am-4:35 pm
1 stop22h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 2/9
1:25 pm-6:55 pm
2 stops36h 30m
$1,352
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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 October 24, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 70 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 to Johannesburg?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg (average of $494). Flying from New York to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,151). 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 Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Johannesburg in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New York 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.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 October 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from New York to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Overall
7.4
Entertainment
7.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 October 29, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$490 | Average$1,206 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$771 | Average$931 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$826 | Average$1,071 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$848 | Average$1,022 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$952 | Average$1,279 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,022 | Average$1,312 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,022 | Average$1,134 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,053 | Average$1,236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,198 | Average$1,510 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,284 | Average$1,378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |