John F Kennedy Intl

$486+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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JNB — JFK
Jul 5 — Jul 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$825
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$486
(Ovago)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$941
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($80 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 7/225:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/46:45 amJFK - JNB
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/30$824
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/165:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mKenya Airways
Tue 7/221:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/28$825
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/219:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/213:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/30$829
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/138:30 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 7/269:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop30h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/29$838
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Mon 7/216:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Tue 10/2112:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop25h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/30$846
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Thu 7/1011:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 05mKLM
Mon 8/115:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop21h 50mKLM
Deal found 6/29$855
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Wed 7/166:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 00mAir France
Tue 8/121:40 amJFK - JNB
1 stop24h 50mAir France
Deal found 6/30$858

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/22

5:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop34h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/4

6:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop21h 50m

$824

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/16

5:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/22

1:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop39h 10m

$825

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/21

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/21

3:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

$829

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/13

8:30 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/26

9:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop30h 35m

$838

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/21

6:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/21

12:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$846

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/10

11:15 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

5:30 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$855

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/16

6:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

1:40 am-8:30 am

1 stop24h 50m

$858

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/26

10:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/13

10:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

$900

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/19

1:25 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

$486

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/26

10:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$510

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to John F Kennedy Intl from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $319). 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 JNB to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated June 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta, and KLM from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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

    According to our current data, Kenya Airways ($825), Etihad Airways ($829), and Virgin Atlantic ($838) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Kenya Airways is priced at 9% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $486. Qatar Airways flights start at $526 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $585 one-way.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $319). 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 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to John F Kennedy Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$544Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$708Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$784Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$788Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$863Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$888Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$938Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,009Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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