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$502+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$975
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One-way from

$502
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Popular in

December

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April

Average price

$1,513

Good round-trip deal

$1,436 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,128 or less
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Cheapest flights from New York to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2025.

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Mon 9/2910:55 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/610:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/27$977
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Tue 9/169:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/302:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/25$986
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Thu 10/309:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/62:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/27$987
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Tue 10/79:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/282:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/28$988
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Sun 10/199:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/212:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/26$991
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Thu 9/119:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/2410:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/27$1,001
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Mon 9/291:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Mon 10/69:45 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop42h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 8/28$1,018
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Sun 11/169:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/232:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/27$1,019
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Sun 10/129:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/192:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/28$1,020
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 11/139:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/1910:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/27$1,022
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Tue 10/77:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops39h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 10/213:10 amJNB - JFK
2 stops42h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/28$1,162
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Fri 10/312:55 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1510:20 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/27$1,163

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to OR Tambo 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 August 28, 2025.
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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 10/7

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/28

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$988

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 9/28

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/8

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 11/19

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/23

2:30 pm-7:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 9/28

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 9/25

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/20

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 11/17

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/25

2:30 pm-7:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 9/30

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 10/16

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/30

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 11/13

9:15 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/23

2:30 pm-7:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,022

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 11/13

9:15 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

10:50 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$1,022

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The best insider tips for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip
Airports
EWR

Plan for a long wait at EWR security. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times can be unpredictable.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
JNB

Ensure your passport has two blank pages for entry into South Africa, or you may be denied entry at JNB.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from New York to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,671). 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 NYC to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of 1-stop itineraries from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $871.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 19h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 48m.

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 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,955 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
846 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
280 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,316 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 24h 10m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover 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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Condor is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at $490. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at $771 and $846, respectively. You may be able to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or New York LaGuardia - Johannesburg OR Tambo as they are the most popular.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Most of the time, New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights that have layovers will stop in London. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $44 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a layover in Nairobi least often.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to OR Tambo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to OR Tambo 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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,671). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$490Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$771Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$846Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,022Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,034Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,084Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,198Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,284Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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