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Cheap flights from New York to South Africa from R10 374

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
Apr 23 — Apr 301
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New York to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 135

One-way from

R10 374

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R20 748

Good round-trip deal

R27 942 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/5-8/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 23/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • New York to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R24 801 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 967 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to South Africa.
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Cheapest flights from New York to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2025.

Sun 4/521:45EWR - JNB
2 stops24h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 15/522:50JNB - EWR
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/4R16 135
Mon 5/514:00JFK - JNB
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Wed 14/59:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R16 587
Sun 27/420:05JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 12/521:15JNB - JFK
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 152
Sun 27/421:25EWR - JNB
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 12/521:15JNB - EWR
1 stop28h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 434
Sun 19/101:20JFK - JNB
2 stops55h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 3/1112:45JNB - JFK
1 stop26h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 736
Thu 28/86:45JFK - JNB
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/917:55JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4R17 905
Wed 19/1112:45JFK - CPT
1 stop25h 55mKenya Airways
Sat 29/1114:15CPT - JFK
1 stop23h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/4R18 414
Mon 5/520:55JFK - CPT
1 stop32h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 14/518:55CPT - JFK
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/4R18 451
Mon 22/922:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/922:50JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/4R18 639
Wed 27/80:30EWR - JNB
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/917:55JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/4R19 035
Tue 6/521:25EWR - CPT
1 stop31h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 22/518:55CPT - EWR
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/4R19 072
Fri 17/1010:55EWR - CPT
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/1013:50CPT - EWR
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/4R19 204

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to South Africa 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 18 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South Africa that are best for you.

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NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Sun 4/5

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

R16 135

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/8

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

9:50-16:05

1 stop36h 15m

R16 587

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/4

23:10-7:00

1 stop25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

21:15-18:05

1 stop26h 50m

R17 152

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

22:00-14:20

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/5

13:55-9:00

1 stop25h 05m

R17 736

NewarkJohannesburg

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Mon 26/5

21:25-9:25

1 stop30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

19:25-13:55

1 stop24h 30m

R18 357

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

20:55-11:00

1 stop32h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 14/5

18:55-19:25

1 stop30h 30m

R18 451

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 21/9

13:45-13:40

2 stops41h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/10

23:30-7:35

1 stop38h 05m

R18 489

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/9

22:00-3:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

R18 639

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/8

6:45-10:35

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

17:55-10:55

1 stop23h 00m

R18 978

NewarkCape Town

EWR - CPT

EWRCPT

Newark

Tue 6/5

17:55-11:00

1 stop35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

18:55-13:55

1 stop25h 00m

R19 072

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New York 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 NYC to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 18 April 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to South Africa?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to South Africa flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to South Africa. 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 18 April 2025.

The most flights from NYC to ZA0 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 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 18 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from New York to South Africa 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 289 reviews
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Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

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
1 289 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

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
3 200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

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
7 917 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

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.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 329 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

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.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 435 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to South Africa. 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 New York to South Africa one-way?

    R10 374 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R12 464 and R12 520, respectively.

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

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or New York LaGuardia - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Newark - Johannesburg OR Tambo is the most popular route from New York to South Africa.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New York 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 694AverageR17 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR16 313AverageR22 638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 299AverageR25 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR19 144AverageR23 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR19 353AverageR19 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR24 804AverageR31 730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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