John F Kennedy Intl

$450+ Cheap flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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JNB — JFK
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$779
(Ovago)

One-way from

$450
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$916
From South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/29:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 6/1010:40 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/29$779
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:15 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Wed 12/3112:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/29$792
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/79:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop33h 02mDelta
Wed 5/143:49 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop21h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/29$827
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/68:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop24h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 7/2111:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/29$831
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/196:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop24h 55mAir France
Mon 6/3010:20 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 10mAir France
Deal found 4/29$837
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/207:15 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$838
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/115:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 6/136:45 amJFK - JNB
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$871
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops32h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/129:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$911
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1411:15 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Fri 6/2012:50 amJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 30mKLM
Deal found 4/29$914
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/259:30 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop23h 45mDelta
Thu 1/294:15 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/28$915
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2610:15 amCPT - JFK
1 stop33h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 1/309:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop28h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/28$919
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop31h 05mLufthansa
Thu 5/153:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$927

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/2

9:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop36h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/10

10:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop27h 40m

$779

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/27

5:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/3

1:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop28h 30m

$811

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

6:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/23

5:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

8:40 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop24h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/21

11:25 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 55m

$831

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

6:50 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop24h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/30

10:20 pm-8:30 am

1 stop28h 10m

$837

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/13

6:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/20

7:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$838

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

5:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop23h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/13

6:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop21h 50m

$871

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/14

11:15 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops26h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/20

12:50 am-9:20 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$914

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/29

11:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/9

8:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$918

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/12

11:15 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/19

5:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$931

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 ZA to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 April 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport as you normally would.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $450 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from $454 and Qatar Airways from $509 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl 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 South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$667Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$712Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$784Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$788Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$870Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$912Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,009Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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