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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 27h 20m.

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

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 6h 38m.

How often are flights from Newark to Johannesburg delayed?

About 37% of weekly flights between Newark and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to Johannesburg flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 37% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $913.

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 20h 05m. Fly via Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. Newark Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 7988 mi.

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 Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $839 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at $843 and $856 round-trip. These flights start at 46% 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 ($511), Ethiopian Air ($666), and United Airlines ($1,128).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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).

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

On average you can expect to pay $1,412 for a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $1,128 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $988.

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

Before booking your flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport check out the most popular airlines for this route: United Airlines, Ethiopian Air or Turkish Airlines.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.

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.

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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.

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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 December 22, 2025.

Mon 12/2910:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop27h 10mEthiopian Air

Mon 3/211:00 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,437

Wed 12/3110:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop34h 55mEthiopian Air

Sat 1/1711:00 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$1,482

Mon 12/296:40 pmEWR - JNB

1 stop32h 50mSWISS

Mon 3/28:15 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop31h 15mSWISS

Deal found 12/21

$1,569

Mon 12/298:50 pmEWR - JNB

Nonstop14h 45mSWISS

Tue 1/138:15 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop31h 15mSWISS

Deal found 12/21

$1,576

Mon 12/298:50 pmEWR - JNB

Nonstop14h 45mUnited Airlines

Mon 3/210:00 pmJNB - EWR

Nonstop16h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$1,588

Tue 12/306:05 pmEWR - JNB

1 stop32h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/28:15 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$1,607

Mon 12/298:50 pmEWR - JNB

Nonstop14h 45mLufthansa

Tue 1/137:45 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop27h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 12/20

$1,613

Wed 12/316:40 pmEWR - JNB

1 stop28h 15mSWISS

Tue 1/138:15 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop31h 15mSWISS

Deal found 12/21

$1,614

Best flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 22, 2025.

Mon 2/910:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Sun 2/222:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$989

Wed 1/2811:45 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops27h 40mEmirates

Fri 2/610:20 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops29h 50mEmirates

Deal found 12/20

$1,352

Mon 3/911:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Tue 3/242:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$989

Fri 3/2011:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Wed 4/111:00 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/19

$1,032

Mon 1/1911:45 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops33h 50mEmirates

Mon 1/261:25 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops38h 45mEmirates

Deal found 12/20

$1,352

Wed 2/410:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Sun 2/225:30 amJNB - EWR

3 stops33h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$1,251

Thu 1/2911:45 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops27h 40mEmirates

Thu 2/510:20 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops29h 50mEmirates

Deal found 12/20

$1,402

Tue 1/2711:45 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops33h 50mEmirates

Sat 2/710:20 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops29h 50mEmirates

Deal found 12/21

$1,402

Thu 2/126:00 amEWR - JNB

2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air

Sun 3/152:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$1,300

Tue 3/176:00 amEWR - JNB

2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air

Tue 4/142:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$1,300

Wed 3/186:00 amEWR - JNB

3 stops39h 55mEthiopian Air

Tue 4/142:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,312

Last-minute flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to OR Tambo. Data last updated December 22, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 1/1410:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Tue 1/202:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,065

Mon 1/1912:25 amEWR - JNB

1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines

Tue 1/277:10 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop34h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$1,024

Tue 1/2012:25 amEWR - JNB

1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines

Fri 2/207:05 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$1,051

Wed 1/2110:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Sun 1/252:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$997

Thu 1/2212:25 amEWR - JNB

1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines

Fri 2/67:05 pmJNB - EWR

1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$1,061

Mon 1/2610:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/32:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,019

Mon 1/2610:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Sun 2/12:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,022

Wed 1/2810:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Wed 2/411:00 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/20

$1,067

Fri 1/3010:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Sun 2/152:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,042

Fri 1/3010:00 amEWR - JNB

1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air

Tue 2/172:30 pmJNB - EWR

2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$1,064

One-way flights from Newark to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Newark to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 22, 2025.

Sat 1/2412:00 pmEWR - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 12/21

$575

Thu 1/2210:30 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$586

Fri 2/205:06 amEWR - JNB

2 stops44h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$587

Sat 1/246:10 amEWR - JNB

2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$593

Wed 1/710:05 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops51h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$598

Mon 4/135:40 amEWR - JNB

2 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$615

Mon 4/131:00 pmEWR - JNB

1 stop36h 10mEgyptair

Deal found 12/21

$630

Sun 1/1110:19 pmEWR - JNB

3 stops53h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/19

$688

Sun 5/310:15 pmEWR - JNB

2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air

Deal found 12/21

$717

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Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$976 (CrystalTravel)
One-way from	$575 (SmartFares)
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	March
Average price	$1,679
Good round-trip deal	$1,487 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,188 or less

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 2/9

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/22

2:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$989

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 3/9

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$989

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 3/20

11:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/1

11:00 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,032

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 2/4

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/22

5:30 am-8:00 am

3 stops33h 30m

$1,251

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,300

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,300

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-3:55 am

3 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,312

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 1/28

11:45 pm-10:25 am

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

10:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,352

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 1/19

11:45 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/26

1:25 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$1,352

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 1/29

11:45 pm-10:25 am

2 stops27h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

10:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,402

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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 December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
BudgetAir	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
oojo	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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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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 38 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $856). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,455). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip

Airports

EWR

EWR offers live wait time updates for security lines. Arrive at least two hours early due to unpredictable wait times.

JNB

At JNB, immigration moves fast with many officers on duty. Ensure two blank passport pages to avoid entry issues.

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

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

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,102 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

4,107 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

916 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,602 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Related info for your journey

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 20h 05m. Fly via Ethiopian Air to get the fastest option. Newark Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 7988 mi.
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 Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $839 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Ethiopian Air, starting at $843 and $856 round-trip. These flights start at 46% 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 ($511), Ethiopian Air ($666), and United Airlines ($1,128).
What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
On average you can expect to pay $1,412 for a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $1,128 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $988.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $856). Flying from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,455). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$839	Average$1,025	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$856	Average$1,104	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
British Airways	Cheapest$1,022	Average$1,349	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Delta	Cheapest$1,374	Average$1,677	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,386	Average$1,629	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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