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May 15 — May 221
Fri 5/15
Fri 5/22
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Flights to OR Tambo in 2026

Cheapest flights to OR Tambo Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to OR Tambo Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 15, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 12/17:40 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/157:10 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/10$916
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 8/2412:25 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 11/257:05 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/13$916
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 5/57:50 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/165:50 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/12$917
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Mon 11/21:25 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 1/287:10 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11$917
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 8/261:20 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/82:45 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/12$929
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 9/212:25 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/155:50 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$930
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/51:20 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/137:50 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/14$932
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 9/17:50 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/155:50 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/10$935
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 11/21:25 am
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/197:10 pm
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$935
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/410:05 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop23h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 5/117:50 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/13$936
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1610:00 pm
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/412:45 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop33h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/13$938
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 4/201:20 am
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/287:50 pm
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$944

Find flight deals to OR Tambo Airport

Find the latest flights to OR Tambo in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 15, 2026.

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Average price

$1,436

Round-trip from

$916

One-way from

$620

Good round-trip deal

$1,748 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,001 or less
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Locate flights to OR Tambo that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/21

6:30 pm-4:00 am

2 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/21

12:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 20m

$1,141

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

2:59 pm-4:00 am

2 stops31h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/19

12:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,153

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

2:59 pm-4:00 am

2 stops31h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/23

12:40 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,191

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/27

2:59 pm-4:00 am

2 stops31h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/10

7:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$1,191

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/14

10:00 pm-4:00 am

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

8:55 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,227

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

7:00 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

12:10 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops56h 35m

$1,346

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

1:20 am-3:15 pm

3 stops31h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

2:40 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops32h 00m

$1,356

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/24

10:20 pm-5:30 am

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

1:30 pm-8:50 am

1 stop25h 20m

$1,358

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 5/3

11:55 pm-10:15 am

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/12

10:20 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,358

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/22

10:20 pm-5:30 am

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/2

10:20 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,408

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to OR Tambo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to OR Tambo

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When is the best time to book a flight to OR Tambo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

The best time to book flights to OR Tambo is 49 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.

How long is the flight to OR Tambo?

On average, a flight from New York to OR Tambo takes 21 hours 45 minutes. Flights to OR Tambo from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to OR Tambo

The most flights from New York to OR Tambo 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo are United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways.

Delta
Delta
From $251
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $157
British Airways
British Airways
From $867
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $625

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to OR Tambo?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to OR Tambo are Ethiopian Air, Delta and KLM.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in OR Tambo ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit OR Tambo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to OR Tambo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

The best insider tips for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated April 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andEthiopian Air to South Africa. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,407 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,592 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
1,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
302 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,888 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,407 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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.

FAQs about flying to OR Tambo

After massive upgrades for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is vastly different to the disorganized airport of only a few years ago. South Africa’s main hub and Africa’s busiest airport, it processes nearly 18 million passengers each year from destinations around the world and is the point of entry for nearly every visitor to South Africa.

Many flights to OR Tambo Airport come from other parts of Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, George, Maputo, Harare and Gabarone. However, there are also regular flights from major international destinations such as London, Paris, Cairo, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Dubai, Madrid, Athens, Mumbai, Sydney, Singapore, Bangkok, Lisbon and Istanbul.

As the gateway to the wonders of South Africa, including nearby Kruger National Park and the historic townships of Alexandra and Soweto, Johannesburg’s improved airport gets high marks for service. The spacious terminals are perfectly adequate for a long stopover.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to OR Tambo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to OR Tambo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to OR Tambo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to OR Tambo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in OR Tambo. One-way flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo typically cost $29, while round-trip flights cost around $40.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to OR Tambo?

    A round-trip flight to OR Tambo will typically cost around $105, however they can be found for as little as $40.

  • Where does the fastest flight to OR Tambo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to OR Tambo, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 mi away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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