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$501+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to New York, NY (NYC)

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JNB — NYC
Nov 27 — Dec 41
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Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$775
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$501
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$900

Good round-trip deal

$974 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,172 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Johannesburg OR Tambo-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/1311:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/209:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$775
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1111:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/198:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$783
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1011:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/189:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$786
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 11/109:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 11/173:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/26$788
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1511:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops50h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/268:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$789
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/211:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Sun 11/301:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/28$795
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Wed 11/129:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 11/193:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/27$798
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/31:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 1/131:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 10/26$799
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Wed 10/297:20 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/212:35 amEWR - JNB
2 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$801
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Tue 11/119:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 11/193:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/27$803
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2611:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/279:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$804
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/108:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$806

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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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OR Tambo

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Newark

Mon 2/9

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$809

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

9:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop32h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/28

6:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop31h 50m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/17

10:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/24

10:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 40m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/12

10:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

8:59 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 36m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/12

10:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/19

8:59 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 36m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

10:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop28h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/14

8:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop29h 35m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop29h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/7

10:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

10:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop31h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/28

6:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop31h 50m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

10:00 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop24h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

6:00 pm-8:25 am

1 stop31h 25m

$831

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/19

10:00 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops24h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/26

9:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 35m

$836

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from OR Tambo to New York in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New York flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York 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

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 October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York is 24 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of $660). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $829). 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 October 28, 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 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $768.

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 Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 21h 23m.

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 05m.

The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights

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

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air 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

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York will take you 24h 30m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York are separated by a distance of 7988 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $653. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $699 and $785, respectively. Kenya Airways is 30% 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?

    $529 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 $530 and $629, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of $660). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $829). 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
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$653Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$699Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$789Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$817Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$919Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,005Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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