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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from R8 875

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in May or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 804

One-way from

R8 875

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 656
Delta
  • Delta
  • 5/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 4/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 20 January 2025.

Sat 5/423:15JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Sun 27/413:10JFK - JNB
1 stop24h 30mDelta
Deal found 19/1R14 804
Tue 22/41:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Wed 30/413:45JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R14 822
Fri 24/119:40JNB - LGA
2 stops29h 54mDelta
Fri 31/116:00LGA - JNB
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Deal found 19/1R14 841
Wed 9/49:55JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 25/415:30JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/1R14 972
Mon 20/123:55JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mKLM
Sun 2/220:45JFK - JNB
2 stops42h 15mKLM
Deal found 19/1R15 009
Mon 20/123:55JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/222:30JFK - JNB
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R15 121
Tue 18/219:10JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 23/20:30EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 139
Tue 25/219:10JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/320:05JFK - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 139
Fri 31/123:55JNB - EWR
2 stops25h 50mSWISS
Fri 7/222:00EWR - JNB
2 stops29h 25mSWISS
Deal found 20/1R15 158
Mon 3/219:35JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/26:55EWR - JNB
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 195
Mon 3/219:35JNB - LGA
2 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/26:30LGA - JNB
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R15 195
Tue 18/214:35JNB - EWR
1 stop24h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R15 214

Find flights from OR Tambo to New York within your budget

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/4

23:15-22:50

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/4

13:10-19:40

1 stop24h 30m

R14 804

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

17:00-7:35

1 stop20h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/5

13:45-9:45

1 stop38h 00m

R14 822

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

23:55-17:28

2 stops24h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/3

16:00-22:00

2 stops24h 00m

R14 860

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

9:55-9:10

1 stop29h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 25/4

15:30-8:35

1 stop35h 05m

R14 972

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

19:35-22:38

2 stops34h 03m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/2

15:55-9:30

2 stops34h 35m

R15 083

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

19:10-22:35

1 stop34h 25m

Newark

Sun 23/2

0:30-10:55

1 stop27h 25m

R15 139

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

19:10-22:15

1 stop34h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/3

20:05-10:45

1 stop31h 40m

R15 139

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/1

23:55-18:45

2 stops25h 50m

Newark

Fri 7/2

22:00-10:25

2 stops29h 25m

R15 158

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

19:35-14:58

2 stops26h 23m

Newark

Mon 10/2

6:55-21:35

2 stops31h 40m

R15 195

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/2

19:35-17:38

2 stops29h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/2

6:30-21:35

2 stops32h 05m

R15 195

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

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from OR Tambo to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 17 January 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 62 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 20 January 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 28% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, 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. Saturday at midday 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 20 January 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 20 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways 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.
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8,0
Very Good
8 521 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7,6
Good
786 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 356 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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, Delta (R14 804), Kenya Airways (R14 822), and Etihad Airways (R14 972) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. Delta is currently priced 11% 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 Kenya Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 875. Etihad Airways flights start at R8 949 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R9 304 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 things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    Russell Square, Tower Bridge, and St. Paul's Cathedral are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Russell Square, Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral are located about 23,5 km, 26,6 km, and 25,2 km, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in London can hire one for about R712 per day.

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

    The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and LEGOLAND Dubai. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or LEGOLAND Dubai can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 6,8 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 R1 488.

  • 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 435AverageR14 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR14 138AverageR19 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR14 258AverageR16 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR14 264AverageR17 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 538AverageR16 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 100AverageR15 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 837AverageR19 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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