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$602+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sun 3/299:45 pm
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 4/1610:50 pm
JNB
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EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/26$861
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/129:45 pm
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/2010:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$862
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/1310:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/26$903
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/299:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/210:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$915
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/209:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/410:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$945
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 4/249:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/710:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/29$953
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 4/219:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/610:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/29$954
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/109:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/2010:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$961
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/229:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 10/710:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$964
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/129:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/265:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$966
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2910:15 pm
EWR
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JNB
2 stops39h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/410:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28$968
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/299:45 pm
EWR
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JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/35:30 am
JNB
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EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/27$974

Find flight deals from Newark to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$861
(oojo)

One-way from

$602
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,484
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 3/7

12:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/21

5:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,151

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 3/23

1:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$1,211

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 5/18

6:10 am-3:55 am

3 stops39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/27

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,323

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 2/18

8:50 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

10:00 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop16h 20m

$1,341

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 3/29

9:45 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/16

10:00 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop16h 15m

$1,341

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 3/9

9:50 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/19

10:00 pm-8:15 am

Nonstop16h 15m

$1,342

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,352

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 3/9

11:55 pm-10:25 am

2 stops28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/19

6:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$1,355

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 3/26

3:58 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/20

9:55 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$1,356

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 3/1

11:45 pm-10:25 am

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/22

10:20 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,357

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg. 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg (average of $856). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,276). 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 EWR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 January 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg as you normally would.

How often are flights from Newark to Johannesburg delayed?

About 37% of weekly flights between Newark and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Johannesburg flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 37% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Newark Airport to Johannesburg flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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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 January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Newark Airport to Johannesburg. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
955 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

    Departing from Newark Airport to Johannesburg will take you 14h 45m. The distance between Newark Airport and Johannesburg is about 7988 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Newark Airport to Johannesburg is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $764 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at $843 and $856 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Egyptair, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $511. Ethiopian Air flights start at $666 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,128 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,869 for a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg. The cheapest flight overall is $716 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $975.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg (average of $856). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,276). 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 5 airlines flying from Newark to Johannesburg

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$843Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$856Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$865Average$1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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