Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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The best prices from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or February, booked 0 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
New York (NYC) to OR Tambo (JNB)

All the information you need to plan the best NYC to JNB flight in 2022: compare New York to OR Tambo flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in OR Tambo.
NYC - JNB
Price
$735 - $1,620
JNB
Temperature
50 - 68 °F
JNB
Precipitation
0 - 4.7 inches

Popular in

December

High demand for flights, 40% potential price rise

Cheapest in

March

Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$735

From New York (NYC) to Johannesburg OR Tambo

One-way from

$538

One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 8% on the overall cost on flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (NYC - JNB)?

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York in March are about $974 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $669.

Cheap flights from New York to OR Tambo in January, February 2022

The best prices found for NYC to JNB flights for January, February
21 Jan - 27 Feb
$643pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
     
3 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
11 Feb - 25 Feb
$675pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
     
3 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
11 Feb - 25 Feb
$689pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
     
3 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl

New York to OR Tambo 2022 flight deals

Cheap flights to OR Tambo from New York found for this year
21 Jan - 27 Feb
$643pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
     
3 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
11 Feb - 25 Feb
$675pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
     
3 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
11 Feb - 25 Feb
$689pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
     
3 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl

Non-stop flights to OR Tambo from New York

Save time with New York to OR Tambo direct flight deals
11 May - 18 May
$837pp
EWR
Newark
United Airlines
Non-Stop
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
United Airlines
Non-Stop
EWR
Newark
12 Apr - 22 Apr
$841pp
EWR
Newark
United Airlines
Non-Stop
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
United Airlines
Non-Stop
EWR
Newark
6 Apr - 20 Apr
$842pp
EWR
Newark
United Airlines
Non-Stop
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
United Airlines
Non-Stop
EWR
Newark

Last minute flights from New York to OR Tambo

Late deals on round-trip flights to OR Tambo from New York, departing today and this week
31 Jan - 6 Feb
$675pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
   
2 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
28 Jan - 19 Feb
$738pp
EWR
Newark
Ethiopian Air
   
2 STOPS
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
   
2 STOPS
EWR
Newark
30 Jan - 1 Feb
$740pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
JNB
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kenya Airways
 
1 STOP
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl

One-way flights to OR Tambo from New York

The cheapest one-way flights from New York to OR Tambo
4:30 pm - 11:00 am
RwandAir
3 Stops
34h 30m
JFK - JNB
RwandAir
$538
2:30 pm - 3:10 am
Egypt Air
1 Stop
30h 40m
JFK - JNB
Egypt Air
$545
KAYAK
9:45 am - 8:15 pm
Kenya Airways
1 Stop
28h 30m
JFK - JNB
Kenya Airways
$566
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Flight FAQs

From New York to OR Tambo

Which airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like South African, Major Airline, and Delta flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $700 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on RwandAir for just $675, but on average you can expect to pay $726.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport under $900. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is less than $1,070.

Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $700?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport within the next 7 days for less than $700.

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

Flying on RwandAir is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with prices starting at $675. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at $726 and $729, respectively. You may be able to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with RwandAir, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $377. Kenya Airways flights start at $418 while deals on Egypt Air start at $445 one-way.

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Major Airline, American Airlines and Air France. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What are the cheapest flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest flight price from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $446. On average you can expect to pay $1,463. The most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $729.

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COVID Restrictions

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Do I need a COVID test to fly to OR Tambo from New York?

Information is based on travel restrictions from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Most visitors from New York need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Johannesburg OR Tambo.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from New York must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from New York are not required to quarantine after entering Johannesburg OR Tambo.

Documents
Health Declaration Form - Must be completed in 48 hours prior to arrival in South Africa.


Do I need a test to fly back to New York from OR Tambo?

Returning to New York from Johannesburg OR Tambo

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Johannesburg OR Tambo must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to New York.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Johannesburg OR Tambo are not required to quarantine after entering New York.

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Alternative routes for New York to OR Tambo

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Destination information for OR Tambo

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from New York to OR Tambo.
Today's exchange rate
$1 = R15.10
Average temperature for January in OR Tambo
78.8 °F
Avg rainfall for January in OR Tambo
5.0 ″

Airports servicing New York

John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Newark (EWR)
LaGuardia (LGA)
New York Skyports SPB (NYS)

Airports servicing Johannesburg

OR Tambo (JNB)

Top 10 airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from New York to OR Tambo choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
KLM 		$512 $941 No cancel fee 75%
Norwegian 		$520 $583 No cancel fee 74%
SWISS 		$532 $781 No cancel fee 79%
Lufthansa 		$577 $907 No cancel fee 76%
Turkish Airlines 		$672 $1,225 No cancel fee 77%
Egypt Air 		$678 $1,129 No cancel fee N/A
Qatar Airways 		$681 $997 No cancel fee 68%
British Airways 		$688 $908 No cancel fee 70%
Kenya Airways 		$689 $863 No cancel fee 82%
Delta 		$697 $1,285 No cancel fee N/A

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Hourly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo

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Weekly flight availability
from New York to OR Tambo
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from New York to OR Tambo.
Sunday
1 daily flight
Monday
1 daily flight
Tuesday
1 daily flight
Wednesday
1 daily flight
Thursday
1 daily flight
Friday
1 daily flight
Saturday
1 daily flight
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