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$510+ 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — JNB
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$959
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$510
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,280

Good round-trip deal

$1,386 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,128 or less
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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 September 17, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/1210:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/2611:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$959
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/1210:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/2411:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$976
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 11/29:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/182:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/16$981
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/2312:25 amEWR - CPT
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/35:15 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$986
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/79:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/282:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$988
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/2910:55 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/1610:50 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$989
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Tue 9/239:45 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/212:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/16$1,003
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Mon 11/1010:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/2411:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,017
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Mon 10/2010:55 amEWR - CPT
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/281:50 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/16$1,022
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Wed 10/2911:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/22:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,022
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Thu 11/2712:25 amEWR - CPT
1 stop28h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/105:15 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop36h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,023
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Mon 9/291:00 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop36h 10mEgyptair
Mon 10/69:45 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop42h 15mEgyptair
Deal found 9/16$1,023

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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 September 17, 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

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Depart

Return

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 11/19

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/26

11:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,052

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 10/2

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/26

2:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,052

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Fri 11/21

9:15 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/26

11:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,102

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Sun 11/23

12:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/26

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$1,103

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 11/19

12:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/26

7:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$1,136

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Sat 11/29

12:25 am-1:30 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 12/7

4:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,149

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Thu 11/20

12:25 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/26

7:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$1,176

NewarkDurban

EWR - DUR

EWRDUR

Newark

Tue 10/14

8:50 pm-10:20 am

1 stop31h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/21

3:20 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,181

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Wed 10/8

10:55 am-12:05 am

2 stops31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/16

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,201

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 11/24

10:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

11:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops40h 00m

$1,202

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Newark Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 September 17, 2025.

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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to South Africa?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to South Africa flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 17, 2025.

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).

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 September 17, 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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
3,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
862 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 14h 45m. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines, or United Airlines 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 Egyptair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $510. Users have also found prices from $750 and $902 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 $3,290 for a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is $1,128 while the most popular route, (Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at $976.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Newark Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$771Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$789Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,010Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,313Average$1,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,349Average$1,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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