$456+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York, NY (NYC)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New York flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $818 (Etihad Airways) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $456 (Kenya Airways) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $995 |
Good round-trip deal | $947 or less |
Good one-way deal | $886 or less |
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New YorkExplore 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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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 June 12, 2025.
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JohannesburgNew York
JNB - JFK
JNBJFK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 7/11
5:55 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop34h 45m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 7/22
12:50 pm-10:35 am
1 stop39h 45m
JohannesburgNew York
JNB - JFK
JNBJFK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/13
5:00 pm-4:45 pm
1 stop29h 45m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 7/24
8:00 pm-12:25 am
1 stop22h 25m
JohannesburgNew York
JNB - JFK
JNBJFK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/10
9:55 pm-1:16 am
1 stop33h 21m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 7/23
11:31 am-7:40 pm
2 stops26h 09m
JohannesburgNew York
JNB - LGA
JNBLGA
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/10
9:55 pm-12:44 pm
1 stop20h 49m
New York LaGuardia
Tue 7/22
1:59 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop23h 41m
JohannesburgNew York
JNB - JFK
JNBJFK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/10
8:40 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop22h 05m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 7/28
11:25 pm-10:20 am
1 stop28h 55m
JohannesburgNew York
JNB - JFK
JNBJFK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 7/16
9:50 am-9:00 am
1 stop29h 10m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Fri 8/15
10:40 pm-8:20 am
1 stop27h 40m
JohannesburgNewark
JNB - EWR
JNBEWR
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 11/9
2:30 pm-7:55 am
2 stops24h 25m
Newark
Mon 11/17
10:00 am-1:05 pm
1 stop20h 05m
JohannesburgNewark
JNB - EWR
JNBEWR
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 7/15
5:50 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop34h 45m
Newark
Tue 8/5
12:30 am-10:35 am
1 stop28h 05m
JohannesburgNew York
JNB - JFK
JNBJFK
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/6
5:00 pm-8:00 pm
3 stops33h 00m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 7/23
10:00 pm-3:55 am
2 stops23h 55m
JohannesburgNewark
JNB - EWR
JNBEWR
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 7/15
7:35 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop30h 35m
Newark
Mon 8/18
9:50 pm-9:20 am
1 stop29h 30m
Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New York
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New York
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to New York?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 NYC?
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 June 12, 2025.
When flying from South Africa to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to New York?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Africa to New York. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from South Africa to New York
Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 June 12, 2025.
The most flights from ZA0 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).
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 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 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 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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from South Africa to New York by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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CPT - DXB
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CPT - DXB
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CPT - DXB
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$544 | Average$730 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$663 | Average$921 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$695 | Average$876 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$770 | Average$884 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$788 | Average$910 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$855 | Average$1,256 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$863 | Average$871 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$888 | Average$1,118 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$940 | Average$1,002 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,009 | Average$1,302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |