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$432+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to South Africa

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NYC — JNB
nov. 28 — dic. 51
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Cheap flight deals from New York to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$934
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$432
(Norse)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,416

Good round-trip deal

$1,387 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,188 or less
From New York (NYC) to South Africa
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to South Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to South Africa.

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Cheapest flights from New York to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 29, 2025.

This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/139:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
jue. 11/2711:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$955
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mar. 11/119:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
mié. 11/2611:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$971
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mar. 12/212:25 amEWR - CPT
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
mié. 12/175:15 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$996
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 12/18:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
jue. 12/1811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$1,000
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/38:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
lun. 12/811:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/29$1,001
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/2712:25 amEWR - CPT
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
mié. 12/105:15 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,003
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/2910:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 20mEtihad Airways
mar. 12/99:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/28$1,004
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/512:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/191:35 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,012
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/219:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
jue. 11/2711:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/28$1,012
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
sáb. 11/298:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
sáb. 12/2011:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/26$1,013
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
sáb. 11/228:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
sáb. 11/2911:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$1,014
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
vie. 11/289:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
mar. 12/162:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/27$1,014

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South Africa that are best for you.

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New York

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 12/29

8:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

mié. 1/28

4:00 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,146

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 3/7

12:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/11

7:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$1,166

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 3/4

12:50 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom. 3/8

4:00 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$1,192

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

mar. 12/30

12:25 am-2:00 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

mié. 1/28

4:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,258

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/23

1:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/26

5:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,260

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 3/8

9:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/11

11:00 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,278

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 11/24

8:55 pm-10:10 am

3 stops30h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 11/28

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,285

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

dom. 1/25

4:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/10

9:30 pm-10:48 am

1 stop20h 18m

$1,301

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

lun. 1/26

2:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/10

9:30 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop22h 28m

$1,301

New YorkCape Town

LGA - CPT

LGACPT

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 2/7

5:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 2/22

9:30 pm-11:47 am

1 stop21h 17m

$1,302

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Best time to book a flight from New York to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to South Africa?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of $494). Flying from New York 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 NYC to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 octubre 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to South Africa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to South Africa flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 octubre 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from New York to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New York to South Africa?

    Departing from New York to South Africa will take you 20h 15m. The distance between New York and South Africa is about 7808 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to South Africa are Norse Atlantic UK ($432), Kenya Airways ($499), and Egyptair ($511).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to South Africa?

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to South Africa?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of $494). Flying from New York 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 New York to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 octubre 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$490Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$768Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$771Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$945Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,198Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,284Average$1,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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