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$687+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
May 31 — Jun 71
Sun 5/31
Sun 6/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 1, 2026.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/219:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/2810:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$1,316
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/269:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 6/75:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$1,317
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/279:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/45:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$1,319
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 9/1412:25 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/56:00 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,320
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 5/89:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 9/175:30 am
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/26$1,321
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 oojo 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
Wed 6/1710:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$1,322
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/179:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/2310:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/26$1,323
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/229:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/3010:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,324
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/178:20 am
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop30h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/28$1,325
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/41:00 pm
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Egyptair
Mon 5/119:45 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop42h 15m
Egyptair
Deal found 4/29$1,327
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/131:00 pm
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1710:20 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,332
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 5/89:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/1910:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/26$1,333

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 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,316
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$687
(Gotogate)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,534

Good round-trip deal

$1,832 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,058 or less
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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 1, 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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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 5/14

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/17

5:40 pm-7:45 pm

4 stops32h 05m

$1,539
Quickest round-trip

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 8/26

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/26

10:00 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop16h 20m

$1,661

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 9/3

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/15

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,717

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 9/28

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,717

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 8/23

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/15

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,767

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sat 5/23

6:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops44h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/17

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,776

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 5/14

7:55 am-8:35 am

2 stops42h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/17

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,777

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 5/24

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/9

8:20 am-8:55 am

2 stops30h 35m

$1,829

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 7/3

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,837

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 6/15

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/23

7:00 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,837

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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
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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, February 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,825). 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 1, 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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Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

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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 1, 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
8,465 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,465 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,345 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,678 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,964 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 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 52% 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 Turkish Airlines ($795).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,603 for a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $980 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $1,106.

  • 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, February 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,825). 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$892Average$3,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$897Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$973Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,435Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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