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$552+ Cheap flights from New York State 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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from New York to Johannesburg
Explore 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 December 15, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/291:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 1/265:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/15$1,251
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/298:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/2611:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,286
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/308:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/2111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,324
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/219:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/217:35 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop26h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/1410:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$1,366
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1211:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/15$1,419
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/265:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,431
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:30 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop18h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 1/219:55 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop25h 36mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/14$1,452
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops29h 15mSWISS
Wed 1/218:15 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop24h 40mSWISS
Deal found 12/14$1,480
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/1310:20 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:25 amEWR - JNB
1 stop28h 35mDelta
Mon 1/127:20 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/13$1,534

Find flight deals from New York to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$965
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$552
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,604
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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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 5/28

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$973

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 3/18

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$973

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 3/9

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$973

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 5/1

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/14

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,013

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 5/1

9:45 pm-12:05 am

2 stops20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

11:00 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,141

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 3/11

1:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

7:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$1,147

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/3

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,152

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/1

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

11:00 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,154

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/24

8:05 pm-10:50 am

1 stop31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,179

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 1/22

12:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

7:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,187

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York State to Johannesburg

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to Johannesburg?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Johannesburg (average of $493). Flying from State of New York to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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 NY 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 December 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from State of New York to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from State of 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 State of New York to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 State of New York to Johannesburg?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from State of New York to Johannesburg in about 24h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 21m. There are 7988 mi between State of New York and Johannesburg. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of New York to Johannesburg one-way?

    $496 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.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of New York to Johannesburg?

    The most popular route from State of New York to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 State of New York to Johannesburg?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Johannesburg (average of $493). Flying from State of New York to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,152). 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 10 airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg

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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$490Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$815Average$1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$826Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,022Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,023Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,058Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,198Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$1,273Average$2,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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