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$500+ 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 Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Round-trip from

$779
(oojo)

One-way from

$500
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$928

Good round-trip deal

$963 or less

Good one-way deal

$892 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. 3% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/299:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 10/63:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10$779
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 11/59:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/92:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$781
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/259:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/13:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10$784
This Travelwings deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Travelwings is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/231:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Thu 1/112:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/10$794
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Wed 11/121:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 11/1912:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/11$798
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Thu 9/189:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/23:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10$799
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Thu 9/259:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/23:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$800
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 11/19:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/112:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/9$802
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Mon 11/241:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 12/112:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/9$804
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Thu 10/98:20 amJNB - JFK
2 stops65h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$807
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Thu 9/118:40 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops28h 51mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 9/272:00 pmLGA - JNB
1 stop23h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/9$827
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Sun 9/148:40 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops31h 08mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 9/273:00 pmLGA - JNB
1 stop22h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/9$830

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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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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

9:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/13

2:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 55m

$781

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

9:50 am-3:15 pm

1 stop36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/15

2:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 55m

$781

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

9:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/13

2:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 55m

$781

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

9:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/11

2:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 55m

$802

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/29

8:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops28h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

8:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop20h 10m

$840

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/29

8:40 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops28h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/6

8:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop20h 10m

$841

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

10:00 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop24h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/13

1:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

$847

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

11:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/16

8:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop20h 10m

$851

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

10:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/11

4:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$852

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/3

10:00 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/16

4:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$852

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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 August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York is 63 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 $314). 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 September 11, 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 September 11, 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 Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 21h 39m.

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 September 11, 2025.
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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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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 Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $544. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at $653 and $770, respectively. Etihad Airways is 41% 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?

    $505 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $641 and $694, 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 $314). 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$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$653Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$789Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$819Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$888Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,005Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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