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$478+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York, NY (NYC)

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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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$825
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$478
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,006

Good round-trip deal

$909 or less

Good one-way deal

$988 or less
From South Africa to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from South Africa to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to New York (NYC).
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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 julio 3, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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. 9/159:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
dom. 11/232:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/2$825
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 11/87:10 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
lun. 11/1012:20 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$830
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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. 7/88:30 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 15mVirgin Atlantic
mié. 7/2311:25 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/1$838
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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. 7/2111:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 10mDelta
mar. 10/213:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/1$846
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
sáb. 9/131:25 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mKenya Airways
dom. 11/2312:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/2$848
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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. 7/2111:15 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops25h 20mDelta
mar. 10/211:45 pmLGA - JNB
2 stops23h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/1$852
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 7/1611:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 05mKLM
mar. 8/121:40 amJFK - JNB
1 stop24h 50mKLM
Deal found 7/1$856
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
lun. 7/1410:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
mié. 7/2310:55 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/2$857
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
mié. 9/175:55 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
mar. 11/2512:25 amEWR - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$860
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mar. 7/156:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops30h 20mDelta
mié. 8/68:30 amEWR - JNB
2 stops30h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/1$861
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mié. 9/176:50 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 10mAir France
mié. 11/265:05 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop35h 45mAir France
Deal found 7/3$872
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
jue. 9/252:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
mié. 10/2210:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/3$873

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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 julio 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York 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. 9/15

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 11/24

10:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop27h 20m

$825

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 11/8

7:10 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 11/10

12:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 30m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 7/21

11:15 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 10/21

3:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$846

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 9/13

1:25 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 11/23

12:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$848

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 7/21

11:15 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 20m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 10/21

1:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$852

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 7/16

11:15 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 8/12

1:40 am-8:30 am

1 stop24h 50m

$856

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 7/14

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

mié. 7/23

10:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$857

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/17

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Newark

mar. 11/25

12:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

$860

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 7/15

6:50 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Newark

mié. 8/6

8:30 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$861

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/17

6:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Newark

mié. 11/26

5:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop35h 45m

$872

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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 $319). 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 julio 3, 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 Sunday 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 julio 3, 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).

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 julio 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta, and KLM from South Africa to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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 to fly from South Africa to New York one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $478. Users have also found prices from $498 and $598 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New York?

  • 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.

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    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 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 $319). 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$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$663Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$708Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$788Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,245FlexibilityNo 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$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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