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$614+ Cheap flights to OR Tambo

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— JNB
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
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Flights to OR Tambo in 2026

Cheapest flights to OR Tambo Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to OR Tambo Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on August 2, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 9/139:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$1,071
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 9/139:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/2410:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$1,075
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/239:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/152:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$1,092
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 8/169:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/1210:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$1,115
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 8/169:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 8/2910:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$1,118
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/219:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/210:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$1,119
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/239:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/242:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,130
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/169:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/302:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,147
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/239:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/318:20 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops41h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$1,152
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/149:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/510:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$1,160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/144:55 pm
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/218:55 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop42h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,172
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2910:20 pm
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops40h 15m
Emirates
Sat 10/1010:05 am
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 7/31$1,174

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Find the latest flights to OR Tambo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 2, 2026.

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$1,411

Round-trip from

$1,071

One-way from

$614

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$1,711 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,264 or less
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Locate flights to OR Tambo that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on August 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/15

10:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/28

10:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,230

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/24

10:00 pm-4:00 am

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/28

8:55 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,373

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/14

10:20 pm-5:30 am

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/21

10:20 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,409

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 11/1

1:25 am-11:00 am

1 stop26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/5

6:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 40m

$1,413

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 1/23

11:45 pm-10:25 am

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/19

10:20 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,459

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 8/29

11:55 pm-10:15 am

2 stops52h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

10:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,483

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/9

10:20 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/18

1:30 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,556

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/27

11:20 am-4:00 am

1 stop34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

8:55 pm-8:20 am

2 stops41h 25m

$1,575

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/26

10:20 pm-10:15 am

2 stops29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/2

1:30 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,599

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 11/28

12:25 am-9:40 am

2 stops26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/10

6:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$1,612

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to OR Tambo in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 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: Out of all of the providers offering Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found Ovago to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and Ovago. This is based on searches made for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: Ovago is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), Ovago has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How long is the flight to OR Tambo?

On average, a flight from New York to OR Tambo takes 23 hours 33 minutes. Flights to OR Tambo from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to OR Tambo

The most flights from New York to OR Tambo 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo are United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

Delta
Delta
From $251
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $137
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $614
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From $110

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo are Ethiopian Air, KLM and Delta.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in OR Tambo ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit OR Tambo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to OR Tambo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to OR Tambo?

The best time to book flights to OR Tambo is 84 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.

The best insider tips for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated August 2, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,738 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,012 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
316 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to OR Tambo

After massive upgrades for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is vastly different to the disorganized airport of only a few years ago. South Africa’s main hub and Africa’s busiest airport, it processes nearly 18 million passengers each year from destinations around the world and is the point of entry for nearly every visitor to South Africa.

Many flights to OR Tambo Airport come from other parts of Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, George, Maputo, Harare and Gabarone. However, there are also regular flights from major international destinations such as London, Paris, Cairo, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, Madrid, Athens, Mumbai, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok, Lisbon and Istanbul.

As the gateway to the wonders of South Africa, including nearby Kruger National Park and the historic townships of Alexandra and Soweto, Johannesburg’s improved airport gets high marks for service. The spacious terminals are perfectly adequate for a long stopover.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to OR Tambo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to OR Tambo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to OR Tambo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo typically cost $33, while round-trip flights cost around $38.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to OR Tambo?

    A round-trip flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around $207, however they can be found for as little as $38.

  • Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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