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$502+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to New York, NY (NYC)

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JNB — NYC
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in February or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$833
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$502
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$996

Good round-trip deal

$1,022 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,105 or less
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($78 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 July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).
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Wed 9/38:30 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 9/118:10 amJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/28$833
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Wed 10/15:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop40h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/11:20 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$835
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Sun 9/288:30 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Tue 10/211:40 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop24h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/27$838
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Fri 9/129:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 9/193:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$841
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Fri 9/121:25 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
Mon 9/221:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/28$844
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Thu 9/42:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/1710:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$846
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Mon 9/159:50 amJNB - JFK
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/193:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$859
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Mon 11/311:59 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops26h 59mDelta
Sun 11/1611:00 amLGA - JNB
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/29$863
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Thu 7/3110:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 8/1310:55 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$886
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Wed 7/309:20 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/68:40 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$889
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Tue 8/126:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 00mAir France
Wed 9/109:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir France
Deal found 7/28$897
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Thu 9/1111:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 10mKLM
Wed 9/1712:50 amJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 45mKLM
Deal found 7/28$899

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

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Depart

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/3

8:30 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop22h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/11

8:10 am-10:05 am

1 stop19h 55m

$833

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/1

5:55 pm-4:30 am

1 stop40h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/1

1:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 30m

$835

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

8:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop29h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/21

1:40 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$838

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/12

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/19

3:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

$841

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/12

1:25 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/22

1:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop39h 10m

$844

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/17

10:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

$846

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

9:50 am-12:45 pm

2 stops32h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/19

3:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

$859

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/3

11:59 pm-7:58 pm

2 stops26h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/16

11:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$863

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/23

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

Newark

Sun 9/28

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

$887

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

6:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

9:30 pm-8:30 am

1 stop29h 00m

$897

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Arrive at JNB 3 hours ahead for international flights due to potentially long security lines.

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EWR

Take the AirTrain and NJ Transit to reach NYC from EWR in under 45 minutes.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 July 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% 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?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York 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.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 63% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $715.

What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 36m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 17m.

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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta, and KLM from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. 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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

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 round-trip?

    Flying on Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $833. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $835 and $838, respectively. Virgin Atlantic is 11% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $520 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from $529 and $617, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$544Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$663Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$681Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$789Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$863Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$888Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,009Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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