South Africa

$355+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to South Africa

NYC — JNB
Dec 7 — Dec 141
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Africa

Sun 11/153:55 pm -
2 stops39h 15m
Mon 11/301:50 pm -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 11/5$950
Sun 11/223:55 pm -
2 stops38h 05m
Sat 12/53:10 pm -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 11/4$967
Sun 11/223:55 pm -
2 stops38h 05m
Sat 12/53:10 pm -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 11/5$1,000
Sun 11/153:55 pm -
2 stops38h 05m
Sat 12/121:50 pm -
2 stops30h 45m
Deal found 11/3$1,017
Sun 11/299:15 pm -
2 stops23h 40m
Sun 12/62:30 pm -
3 stops39h 25m
Deal found 11/3$1,028
Thu 11/269:15 pm -
2 stops23h 40m
Thu 12/311:00 pm -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 11/2$1,062
Fri 11/2011:25 pm -
3 stops31h 05m
Mon 11/3011:00 pm -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 11/4$1,065
Mon 11/303:55 pm -
2 stops39h 15m
Mon 2/13:10 pm -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 11/5$1,077
Fri 11/1311:25 pm -
3 stops31h 05m
Thu 12/311:00 pm -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 11/4$1,095
Fri 11/271:35 pm -
2 stops41h 00m
Wed 12/211:25 pm -
1 stop38h 10m
Deal found 11/5$1,097
Sun 11/291:35 pm -
1 stop33h 25m
Sun 12/62:25 pm -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 11/2$1,098
Tue 11/31:35 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Thu 11/262:25 pm -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 11/2$1,102

Find flight deals from New York to South Africa

Round-trip from

$967
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$355
(Globehunters)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,436

Good round-trip deal

$1,740 or less

Good one-way deal

$995 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. 7% potential increase in price ($118 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/2

12:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$684

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/14

12:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$695

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/8

10:05 pm-10:40 am

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$743

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/17

10:05 pm-10:40 am

1 stop29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$743

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR Newark - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 12/2

5:45 pm-8:25 am

2 stops55h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$780

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/3

10:00 pm-10:40 am

3 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$787

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/15

1:35 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$795

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/14

10:05 pm-8:50 am

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$795

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR Newark - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 3/18

6:36 am-7:25 am

2 stops42h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$823

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR Newark - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 1/13

5:38 am-7:25 am

2 stops42h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$823

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of $1,406). Flying from New York to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,823). 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?

When flying from New York 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to South Africa?

The best time to book flights from New York to South Africa is 68 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Delta, andUnited 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.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from New York to South Africa will take you 26h 25m. The distance between New York 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 to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to South Africa are Qatar Airways ($455), Kenya Airways ($470), and Egyptair ($581).

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to South Africa.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of $1,406). Flying from New York to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,823). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$110Average$1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$795Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$807Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$814Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$847Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$853Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$863Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$909Average$2,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$942Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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