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$769+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sun 6/21
Sun 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 10/99:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/112:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/18$1,322
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Tue 10/69:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 10/1510:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/20$1,324
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/79:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/65:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/21$1,332
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/269:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/125:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/18$1,337
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:25 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/57:10 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop35h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,340
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Fri 5/299:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/55:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/17$1,344
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Tue 9/89:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 9/2110:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/22$1,347
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/49:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/12:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/21$1,349
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Mon 9/712:25 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/216:00 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,351
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Fri 6/59:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 6/98:20 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/21$1,353
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/13:50 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:50 am
JNB
-
EWR
3 stops33h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,354

Find flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 May 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,322
(oojo)

One-way from

$769
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,567

Good round-trip deal

$2,081 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,054 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($144 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 May 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 10/28

11:55 pm-10:25 am

2 stops28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

6:50 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,409

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 8/20

11:55 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

1:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops61h 50m

$1,509

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops38h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/13

5:30 am-7:10 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$1,867

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 10/6

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/15

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,876

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 8/10

6:40 pm-8:35 am

2 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/24

7:00 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$1,881
Quickest round-trip

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 8/4

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/11

7:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,886

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 6/26

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/12

7:00 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$1,896

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 6/29

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/13

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,896

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 6/6

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/27

7:00 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops34h 57m

$1,897

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 7/20

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/5

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,897

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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 from Newark to OR Tambo in May.
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
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 61 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,439). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,854). 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 EWR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 May 22, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

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The best insider tips for Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

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

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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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 May 22, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,393 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
9,752 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
1,000 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,445 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in 15h 05m. Fly via Emirates, Ethiopian Air, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Newark Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 7988 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $764 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, starting at $892 and $897 round-trip. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Egyptair ($581), Ethiopian Air ($720), and Turkish Airlines ($795).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,742 for a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $1,005 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $1,027.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,439). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,854). 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 5 airlines flying from Newark to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 May 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$892Average$2,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$897Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$988Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,435Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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