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Cheap flights from South Africa to New York from R8 838

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
Jan 26 — Feb 21
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 704

One-way from

R8 838

Good round-trip deal

R17 120 or less

Good one-way deal

R19 669 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 4/2-18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • South Africa to New York
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • South Africa to New York
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Tue 4/219:50CPT - EWR
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Tue 18/218:45EWR - CPT
1 stop20h 10mSWISS
Deal found 21/1R13 704
Wed 5/223:55CPT - EWR
2 stops40h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/220:50EWR - CPT
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R14 170
Thu 30/115:20DUR - EWR
2 stops36h 10mSWISS
Sun 9/222:05EWR - DUR
2 stops33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 19/1R14 338
Sun 2/26:05CPT - EWR
2 stops44h 00mLufthansa
Sun 2/320:50EWR - CPT
2 stops32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 21/1R14 711
Thu 10/418:50JNB - JFK
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Thu 24/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Deal found 21/1R14 785
Tue 22/41:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Wed 30/413:45JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R14 822
Tue 4/1121:55JNB - LGA
1 stop24h 57mDelta
Mon 17/1116:00LGA - JNB
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Deal found 21/1R14 822
Thu 13/313:50CPT - EWR
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/311:00EWR - CPT
1 stop21h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/1R14 953
Tue 15/417:50JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mon 28/40:25EWR - JNB
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1R15 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
Thu 23/123:55JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/220:45JFK - JNB
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R15 177

Find flights from South Africa to New York within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to New York 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/2

19:50-13:55

1 stop25h 05m

Newark

Tue 18/2

18:45-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

R13 704

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/2

23:55-9:02

2 stops40h 07m

Newark

Tue 18/2

20:50-11:35

2 stops31h 45m

R14 170

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/2

6:05-19:05

2 stops44h 00m

Newark

Sun 2/3

20:50-12:40

2 stops32h 50m

R14 711

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/4

18:50-21:25

2 stops32h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/4

11:00-19:40

1 stop26h 40m

R14 785

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

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/3

13:50-9:00

2 stops25h 10m

Newark

Mon 17/3

11:00-14:30

1 stop21h 30m

R14 953

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/4

17:50-22:30

1 stop34h 40m

Newark

Mon 28/4

0:25-10:35

1 stop28h 10m

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

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New York

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to New York

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of R771). Flying from South Africa 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 ZA to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 21 January 2025.

When flying from South Africa to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 21 January 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 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 21 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Delta and Ethiopian Air from South Africa to New York by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,1
Very Good
1 328 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8,0
Very Good
8 521 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,8
Good
1 341 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 358 reviews

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 to fly from South Africa 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 838. Etihad Airways flights start at R8 949 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R9 136 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New York?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New York?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of R771). Flying from South Africa 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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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 389AverageR17 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 428AverageR14 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 261AverageR16 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR13 759AverageR22 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR14 109AverageR20 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR14 258AverageR18 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR14 264AverageR18 059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 322AverageR16 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 538AverageR19 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR15 151AverageR17 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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