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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from R7 890

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
Apr 20 — Apr 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in February or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 607

One-way from

R7 890

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 123

Good round-trip deal

R21 303 or less

Good one-way deal

R22 324 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/5-12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R25 334 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 661 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Wed 7/59:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/514:00JFK - JNB
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R14 607
Thu 27/111:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Sat 13/1219:00JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R14 966
Thu 15/517:50JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 28/512:50JFK - JNB
1 stop39h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R15 590
Thu 8/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop28h 25mDelta
Fri 16/514:48JFK - JNB
2 stops22h 52mDelta
Deal found 14/4R15 761
Sat 10/520:40JNB - JFK
1 stop24h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 17/521:30JFK - JNB
1 stop30h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/4R15 780
Mon 9/618:50JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mAir France
Sun 22/61:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 30mAir France
Deal found 14/4R15 855
Thu 8/518:50JNB - LGA
2 stops32h 32mDelta
Fri 16/511:59LGA - JNB
1 stop25h 41mDelta
Deal found 14/4R15 874
Sat 14/623:15JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/61:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R16 347
Wed 21/519:35JNB - EWR
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/820:40EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R16 574
Thu 29/517:50JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/60:30EWR - JNB
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4R16 593
Thu 29/520:40JNB - EWR
2 stops28h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 5/619:48EWR - JNB
2 stops32h 32mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/4R16 612
Tue 6/518:50JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Wed 14/517:53EWR - JNB
1 stop19h 47mDelta
Deal found 14/4R16 726

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/5

14:00-8:20

1 stop36h 20m

R14 607

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/5

13:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

R15 004

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

17:50-22:40

1 stop34h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 28/5

12:50-10:35

1 stop39h 45m

R15 590

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

18:50-17:15

1 stop28h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/5

14:48-19:40

2 stops22h 52m

R15 761

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

20:40-15:30

1 stop24h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/5

21:30-10:20

1 stop30h 50m

R15 780

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/6

18:50-11:45

1 stop22h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 22/6

1:00-8:30

1 stop25h 30m

R15 855

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

18:50-21:22

2 stops32h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 16/5

11:59-19:40

1 stop25h 41m

R15 874

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/6

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/6

1:00-8:30

1 stop25h 30m

R16 347

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

19:35-13:25

1 stop23h 50m

Newark

Tue 5/8

20:40-17:45

Nonstop15h 05m

R16 574

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

17:50-22:35

1 stop34h 45m

Newark

Wed 4/6

0:30-10:35

1 stop28h 05m

R16 593

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of R771). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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 JNB to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NYC 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).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from Johannesburg to New York to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways (R14 607), Kenya Airways (R15 004), and Turkish Airlines (R15 590) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. Etihad Airways is currently priced 17% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 890. Kenya Airways flights start at R8 949 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at R11 504 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at St. Paul's Cathedral, Russell Square, and Hyde Park. St. Paul's Cathedral, Russell Square, and Hyde Park can be accessed by travelling approximately 25,2 km, 23,5 km, and 20,1 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can book a car hire at London Heathrow for about R566 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 11,0 km, and 51,6 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those on a stopover in Dubai in need of a car hire can book one at Dubai Intl for about R271.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to New York?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to New York 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of R771). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 010). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 603AverageR14 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 576AverageR16 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapestR14 099AverageR15 032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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DeltaCheapestR14 469AverageR16 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 588AverageR17 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR14 726AverageR17 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 747AverageR16 108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR14 892AverageR16 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 448AverageR16 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 937AverageR23 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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