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$620+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Newark (EWR)

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — EWR
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Newark are usually found in February or March, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$854
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$622
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,168

Good round-trip deal

$947 or less

Good one-way deal

$886 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Sun 11/92:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/1710:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$853
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.
Tue 7/155:50 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop34h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/512:30 amEWR - JNB
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$854
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.
Mon 6/1611:15 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 55mKLM
Mon 6/233:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 05mKLM
Deal found 6/12$858
This Virgin Atlantic 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/158:40 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 18mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 9/258:05 amEWR - JNB
2 stops44h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/12$880
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2510:00 pmJNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/18:50 pmEWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$882
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/189:55 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop33h 03mDelta
Tue 6/243:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/10$889
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/157:35 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Mon 8/186:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops32h 35mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$900
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:25 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop24h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 6/249:25 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$958
This Austrian 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:45 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops25h 10mAustrian Airlines
Mon 11/175:55 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops32h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$969
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/257:45 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops29h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/15:41 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops30h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$989
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops23h 40mLufthansa
Mon 6/2311:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops26h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$990
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:35 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops43h 29mAir Canada
Mon 6/238:21 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops54h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 6/9$1,095

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Newark 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

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

$853

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

$854

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

$877

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

8:40 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops27h 18m

Newark

Thu 9/25

8:05 am-10:20 am

2 stops44h 15m

$880

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

10:00 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop16h 20m

Newark

Mon 12/1

8:50 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

$882

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/20

6:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Newark

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$890

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

6:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Newark

Wed 8/6

3:39 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$913

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/15

11:15 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops45h 45m

Newark

Wed 8/6

3:39 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$948

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

7:45 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 11/17

5:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops32h 35m

$969

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/24

3:05 pm-5:05 am

1 stop20h 00m

Newark

Fri 8/8

8:40 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

$985

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JNB

Arrive 3 hours early at JNB due to potentially long security lines, especially for international flights.

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EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a 45-minute ride to Penn Station.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Newark

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Newark 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 Newark Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Newark. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport is 15 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 Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Newark. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Newark. 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 JNB to EWR 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 Newark by month

Plan your trip to Newark by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Newark Airport ranges from 2.9 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Newark Airport when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Newark by month

Plan your trip to Newark by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Newark Airport, 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 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from Johannesburg to New York have to say. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport round-trip from $854. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from $855, and KLM, from $858. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Emirates, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $622. Turkish Airlines flights start at $658 while deals on Egyptair start at $747 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport? While on average our users pay $4,540, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $877. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Newark), is priced around $766.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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
DeltaCheapest$663Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$828Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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