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$482+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to South Africa

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JFK — JNB
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated November 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$971
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$482
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,297
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 17, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/72:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/16$1,041
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/308:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/78:20 amJNB - JFK
2 stops41h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/16$1,045
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 11/198:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/311:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/16$1,046
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 11/246:25 pmJFK - JNB
3 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/32:30 pmJNB - JFK
3 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,065
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/301:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 10mKenya Airways
Sat 12/61:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/16$1,066
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 11/278:05 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/67:10 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,076
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2610:20 amJFK - JNB
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 12/84:50 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops29h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/16$1,085
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops40h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/312:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops35h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/17$1,088
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops33h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/72:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/17$1,089
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/308:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/52:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/17$1,091
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 11/2512:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/247:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/15$1,095
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Fri 11/288:05 pmJFK - DUR
2 stops34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/54:00 pmDUR - JFK
2 stops37h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/17$1,181

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa 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 November 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/4

8:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 2/11

4:00 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$971

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/19

11:20 am-2:20 am

2 stops33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/30

8:40 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,081

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/28

12:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$1,117

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/11

1:20 am-10:00 am

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/26

3:10 am-3:10 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$1,195

New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/29

12:50 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops43h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 2/2

7:55 am-11:05 am

2 stops34h 10m

$1,324

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/19

11:45 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

1:15 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

$1,332

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/19

2:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/30

11:15 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,351

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/26

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,356

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/26

9:55 pm-7:05 pm

3 stops39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

11:00 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,373

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/29

10:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/26

7:20 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops30h 23m

$1,390

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $495). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,151). 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 JFK to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated November 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,006 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
7.3
Good
4,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
287 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,528 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    For as low as $1,418, Turkish Airlines can have you in South Africa from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 20h 45m. The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and South Africa is about 7799 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Egyptair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $627. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Norse Atlantic UK, as they are both options that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg as they are the most popular.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $495). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,151). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. 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 November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$490Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$803Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$826Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$945Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,198Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,284Average$1,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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