South Africa

$687+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to South Africa

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EWR — JNB
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to South Africa

Cheapest flights from Newark to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 7, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/79:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/1110:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4$965
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/79:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/1810:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$967
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 6/79:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 6/162:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4$976
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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.
Sun 6/79:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 6/1710:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/5$1,000
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sun 6/79:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 6/142:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/2$1,028
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Thu 6/49:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/1110:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3$1,059
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Fri 6/59:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 6/1810:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4$1,109
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 10/2910:15 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops39h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/510:50 pm
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/6$1,165
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Thu 9/249:45 pm
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/42:30 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/4$1,174
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 11/19:15 pm
EWR
-
CPT
2 stops32h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/181:50 pm
CPT
-
EWR
2 stops36h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/6$1,358
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/31:25 am
EWR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 11/135:20 pm
CPT
-
EWR
1 stop36h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,393
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/311:25 am
EWR
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DUR
2 stops30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/183:45 pm
DUR
-
EWR
2 stops37h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,419

Find flight deals from Newark to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Newark to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated June 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,327
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$687
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,634

Good round-trip deal

$1,820 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,120 or less
From Newark to South Africa
One-way flight from Newark to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($138 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Newark to South Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Newark to South Africa.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 June 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkGeorge

EWR - GRJ

EWRGRJ

Newark

Sun 9/27

9:45 pm-4:25 pm

3 stops36h 40m

George

Sat 10/10

1:35 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops36h 10m

$1,565
Quickest round-trip

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 11/1

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,661

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Thu 10/29

10:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,666

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sat 10/31

2:46 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 24m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,666

NewarkNelspruit

EWR - MQP

EWRMQP

Newark

Sun 11/15

11:45 pm-7:05 pm

3 stops36h 20m

Nelspruit Kruger Mpumalanga

Wed 11/18

8:25 am-9:10 pm

3 stops43h 45m

$1,672

NewarkEast London

EWR - ELS

EWRELS

Newark

Tue 8/18

9:45 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops33h 20m

East London

Wed 8/26

5:10 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops32h 35m

$1,699

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 9/28

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/6

10:00 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop15h 45m

$1,711

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 8/23

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/12

10:00 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop15h 45m

$1,711

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 9/15

9:45 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/23

3:10 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops34h 35m

$1,739

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 9/3

9:25 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop15h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/11

7:20 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,742

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa (average of $643). Flying from Newark Airport to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $994). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 7, 2026.

When flying from Newark 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.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 7, 2026.

The most flights from EWR to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Newark to South Africa delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Newark and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Newark to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Newark to South Africa flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 7, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newark Airport to South Africa, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to South Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Newark Airport to South Africa in 14h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, or Emirates to get the fastest option. There are 7820 mi between Newark Airport and South Africa. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $696. Users have also found prices from $795 and $1,128 on Turkish Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Newark Airport to South Africa?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to South Africa?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,717 for a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is $1,054 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $1,305.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa (average of $643). Flying from Newark Airport to South Africa in November is currently the most expensive (average of $994). 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 6 airlines flying from Newark to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$764Average$1,746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$817Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$892Average$2,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$897Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,337Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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