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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa from R10 464

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — JNB
Apr 4 — Apr 111
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 30 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 230

One-way from

R10 464

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R21 168
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 30/4-15/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • New York to South Africa
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RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R24 698 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 663 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 March 2025.

Tue 2/90:35JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 26/917:55JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3R16 065
Thu 24/422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/522:50JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/3R16 230
Mon 28/411:20JFK - JNB
2 stops45h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 8/513:55JNB - JFK
1 stop31h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R17 373
Fri 25/413:45JFK - CPT
2 stops41h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 8/523:30CPT - JFK
1 stop38h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 29/3R18 091
Thu 24/416:05JFK - JNB
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/51:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R18 238
Fri 25/416:05JFK - CPT
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/523:30CPT - JFK
1 stop38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R18 496
Wed 23/419:50JFK - CPT
1 stop34h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 30/416:35CPT - JFK
1 stop36h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/3R18 902
Sun 4/522:00JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 4/614:35CPT - JFK
2 stops35h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/3R19 804
Sat 26/414:00JFK - JNB
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/59:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R20 210
Mon 10/1112:45JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Mon 17/111:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/3R20 265
Sun 16/1121:35JFK - JNB
1 stop26h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 30/1122:05JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/3R20 394
Tue 27/518:45JFK - CPT
1 stop34h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/718:55CPT - JFK
1 stop22h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/3R20 560

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Price

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/9

0:35-10:35

1 stop28h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

17:55-17:55

1 stop30h 00m

R16 065

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/4

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R16 230

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/4

11:20-14:20

2 stops45h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

13:55-15:10

1 stop31h 15m

R17 373

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

13:45-13:45

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

14:35-7:35

2 stops23h 00m

R18 110

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/4

16:05-7:00

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

1:15-7:35

1 stop36h 20m

R18 238

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/4

19:50-11:50

1 stop34h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/4

16:35-22:40

1 stop36h 05m

R18 902

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/5

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/6

14:35-20:00

2 stops35h 25m

R19 804

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop36h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

9:50-9:00

1 stop29h 10m

R20 210

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/5

13:45-0:15

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

1:15-7:35

1 stop36h 20m

R20 265

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

13:45-13:45

2 stops42h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

11:05-7:35

2 stops26h 30m

R20 302

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 JFK to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 30 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 30 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from New York to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 895 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
839 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,9

Overall

8,1

Food

7,7

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa are RwandAir (R10 464), Egyptair (R11 256), and Etihad Airways (R12 159).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cape Town Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 7 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 356AverageR16 690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 962AverageR25 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR17 906AverageR24 987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR18 531AverageR22 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR18 937AverageR19 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 552AverageR23 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR23 506AverageR24 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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