South Africa

$491+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to South Africa

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JFK — JNB
Jul 1 — Jul 81
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Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,041
(oojo)

One-way from

$491
(Norse)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,562
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa
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 June 26, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Sun 11/1612:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 11/308:40 amJNB - JFK
1 stop28h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/25$1,041
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 12/2912:50 pmJFK - DUR
2 stops41h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/284:00 pmDUR - JFK
2 stops32h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/25$1,052
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2512:20 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/107:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/24$1,064
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Sun 11/1610:20 amJFK - JNB
2 stops33h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 11/307:50 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops32h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/24$1,104
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/132:55 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/259:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/24$1,121
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Mon 9/1510:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/182:30 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/25$1,126
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/188:05 amJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 11/2210:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop21h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/25$1,181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:30 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:55 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop27h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/24$1,195
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Fri 10/312:55 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/131:25 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$1,196
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/121:45 pmJFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/183:20 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$1,196
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:50 amJFK - CPT
1 stop21h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 8/276:55 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops30h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/25$1,202
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/248:00 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop35h 00mKenya Airways
Fri 9/262:35 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/25$1,203

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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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John F Kennedy Intl

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South Africa

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Price

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/16

12:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

8:40 am-6:35 am

1 stop28h 55m

$1,041

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/25

12:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/10

7:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,064

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/1

12:50 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops42h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/15

2:45 pm-10:55 am

2 stops26h 10m

$1,088

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/16

10:20 am-2:20 am

2 stops33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

7:50 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$1,104

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/13

2:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/25

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

$1,121

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/15

10:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/18

2:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

$1,126

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

8:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

10:05 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,181

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

9:30 pm-11:00 am

2 stops31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/24

6:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,195

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/3

12:55 pm-7:10 am

1 stop36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

1:25 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 10m

$1,196

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/14

7:50 am-11:00 am

1 stop21h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/27

6:55 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,202

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 June 26, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 June 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta, and KLM 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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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  • 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 Norse Atlantic UK, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $491. However, be on the lookout for offers from Egyptair and Kenya Airways, 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?

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 June 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$480Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$787Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$846Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$909Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$978Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,003Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,198Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,250Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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