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$478+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York State

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JNB — JFK
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New York flight deals. Data was last updated junio 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$822
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$478
(flightsite.co.za)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$996
From South Africa to New York
One-way flight from South Africa to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 23, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
lun. 9/89:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
mar. 10/2110:40 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/23$822
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
dom. 7/135:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mKenya Airways
jue. 7/248:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/21$824
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
mar. 7/18:20 amJNB - JFK
2 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/2410:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$830
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
mar. 9/95:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop40h 40mTurkish Airlines
jue. 9/1112:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/21$835
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
jue. 10/98:30 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 15mVirgin Atlantic
jue. 10/168:35 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/23$838
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
lun. 9/811:15 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops24h 16mDelta
mar. 10/211:45 pmLGA - JNB
2 stops23h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/23$841
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
mar. 7/16:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 00mAir France
mar. 9/231:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop25h 30mAir France
Deal found 6/23$843
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
jue. 7/106:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 00mKLM
lun. 8/119:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop29h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/23$845
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
lun. 9/155:55 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
vie. 9/1912:30 amEWR - JNB
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/23$848
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
mié. 9/311:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 50mDelta
sáb. 11/298:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops32h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/21$848
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
jue. 9/411:15 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops25h 51mDelta
jue. 10/233:30 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/21$850
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
mar. 9/232:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
mar. 9/309:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/22$852

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New York 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 junio 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York State that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/8

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 10/21

10:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop27h 40m

$822

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 7/13

5:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 7/24

8:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$824

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/9

5:50 pm-4:30 am

1 stop40h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 9/11

12:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 45m

$835

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 10/9

8:30 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop22h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 10/16

8:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop31h 30m

$838

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/8

11:15 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops24h 16m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 10/21

1:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$841

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/8

6:50 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 8/5

10:25 pm-8:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

$843

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 7/10

6:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop23h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 8/11

9:30 pm-8:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

$845

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/15

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Newark

vie. 9/19

12:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 05m

$848

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/3

11:15 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 11/29

8:00 pm-11:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

$848

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 9/4

11:15 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops25h 51m

Newark

jue. 10/23

3:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$850

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New York

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 23, 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 State of New York as you normally would.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in State of New York 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 State of New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to State of New York, 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 New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated junio 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from South Africa to New York. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Emirates. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $478. Users have also found prices from $487 and $539 on Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New York 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 New York.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$544Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$663Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$707Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$788Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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