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$542+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to South Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/3110:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 35mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/311:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,102
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/209:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops32h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/272:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops35h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/209:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops32h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/262:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops35h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,163
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/2612:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Mon 12/89:45 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop42h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 11/20$1,166
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Thu 11/209:15 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops34h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/273:25 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops34h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/19$1,171
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Mon 11/2412:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Mon 12/89:45 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop42h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 11/20$1,178
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/2910:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/2411:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops40h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,180
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/96:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 12/248:35 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,225
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/39:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 12/96:55 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop31h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,236
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/812:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Mon 1/129:45 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop42h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 11/20$1,251
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Tue 11/256:35 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 1/278:50 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop29h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/18$1,262
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Mon 12/812:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1210:20 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,279

Cheap 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 November 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$934
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$542
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,297

Good round-trip deal

$1,387 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,188 or less
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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 November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Newark

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 1/21

12:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/26

7:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$1,187

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Thu 1/29

10:00 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/19

3:20 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$1,197

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Wed 1/28

10:00 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/1

2:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,212

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Thu 1/29

8:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/19

11:15 am-7:20 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,218

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Wed 1/28

8:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/1

11:15 am-7:20 am

1 stop27h 05m

$1,218

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Wed 1/28

7:30 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 2/1

2:40 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,263

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Wed 1/28

12:25 am-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 2/19

3:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,284

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 2/8

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/19

8:50 pm-5:50 am

Nonstop16h 00m

$1,337

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 1/14

3:40 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

11:59 pm-11:08 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$1,343

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 3/3

8:35 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

8:50 pm-2:18 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$1,347

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa (average of $835). Flying from Newark Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,386). 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 November 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Newark Airport to South Africa by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 34% of flights being delayed.

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 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Newark Airport to South Africa, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
4,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
896 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

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
7,534 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

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

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 27h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, SWISS, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 7988 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 Egyptair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $542. Users have also found prices from $776 and $986 on Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Newark Airport to South Africa consider Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Newark - Cape Town Intl or Newark - Durban King Shaka Intl as they are the most popular.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,382 for a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is $933 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $965.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa (average of $835). Flying from Newark Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,386). 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$768Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$771Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,010Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,316Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,343Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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