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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to the United States from R8 804

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 13 — Jan 201
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to USA

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to USA (US0). 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 8 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 890

One-way from

R8 804
Delta
  • Delta
  • 21/1-31/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 09m total
  • Johannesburg to USA
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to USA

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2025.

Tue 14/119:40JNB - JFK
2 stops31h 40mDelta
Tue 28/118:30JFK - JNB
2 stops31h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/1R14 890
Tue 25/219:10JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/31:10JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1R14 927
Wed 9/418:50JNB - JFK
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 23/40:50JFK - JNB
1 stop38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R14 946
Mon 20/123:55JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mKLM
Sun 2/222:30JFK - JNB
2 stops40h 30mKLM
Deal found 7/1R15 114
Tue 25/219:40JNB - JFK
2 stops24h 42mAir France
Mon 3/31:00JFK - JNB
1 stop25h 25mAir France
Deal found 7/1R15 132
Sat 8/219:40JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mAir France
Sat 22/216:50EWR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mAir France
Deal found 7/1R15 244
Sun 9/21:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Thu 13/313:45JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/1R15 300
Sat 12/417:50JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 2/50:25EWR - JNB
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1R15 467
Wed 22/120:25JNB - LGA
2 stops30h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/16:30LGA - JNB
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R15 467
Fri 14/219:40JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Wed 5/38:00EWR - JNB
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/1R15 523
Wed 22/122:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/122:05EWR - JNB
1 stop40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R15 579
Fri 14/222:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/320:55EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1R15 598

Find flights from Johannesburg to USA within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to USA 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 8 January 2025.

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

23:55-18:34

2 stops25h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/3

18:50-22:00

1 stop21h 10m

R14 890

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

19:10-22:15

1 stop34h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/3

1:10-10:55

1 stop27h 45m

R14 927

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

18:50-15:45

1 stop26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/4

0:50-21:20

1 stop38h 30m

R14 946

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/1

23:55-15:50

1 stop22h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/2

22:30-22:00

2 stops40h 30m

R15 114

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

19:40-13:22

2 stops24h 42m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/3

1:00-9:25

1 stop25h 25m

R15 132

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/2

19:40-14:40

1 stop26h 00m

Newark

Sat 22/2

16:50-9:25

1 stop33h 35m

R15 244

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/2

1:15-6:35

1 stop36h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/3

13:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

R15 300

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/4

17:50-22:30

1 stop34h 40m

Newark

Fri 2/5

0:25-10:35

1 stop28h 10m

R15 467

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

20:25-19:42

2 stops30h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/1

6:30-21:35

2 stops32h 05m

R15 467

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

19:40-14:40

1 stop26h 00m

Newark

Wed 5/3

8:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R15 523

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to USA

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to USA

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to USA including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to USA?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to USA (average of R924). Flying from Johannesburg to USA in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 US?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to USA as you normally would.

Rainfall in USA by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in USA 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 USA when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in USA by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to USA, 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 USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 8 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, SWISS and KLM from Johannesburg to USA by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
1 323 reviews

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8,0

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8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

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8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

8,1
Very Good
1 323 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 323 reviews

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

8,1
Very Good
3 335 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 323 reviews

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

8,0
Very Good
8 499 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 323 reviews

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7,8
Good
1 337 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 323 reviews

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

7,5
Good
1 590 reviews
8,1
Very Good
1 323 reviews

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Johannesburg to USA. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Johannesburg to USA flights?

    If you plan on taking a trip from Johannesburg to the USA, you will find that only one airport in Johannesburg will accommodate flights to the USA. O.R. Tambo International Airport is the only airport within the city that will serve flights out from South Africa to the United States. While on the other hand, plenty of airports in the USA will accept flights from Johannesburg such as Los Angeles International Airport, which is the third busiest airport in the world, and John F. Kennedy International Airport, which is the sixth busiest airport in North America, and located in Queens, New York.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to the USA?

    When you choose to fly from Johannesburg to the USA, airlines that will fly directly all vary on the location of the destination in the USA. If you choose to fly to Los Angeles International Airport, the airlines that will serve flights directly from Johannesburg to the United States include Delta, Qatar Airways, Alitalia, and South African Airways. These airlines provide the most available flights from  O.R. Tambo International Airport. When choosing to fly from Johannesburg to New York, the airlines that will provide flights to travellers include South African Airways, Kenya Airways, and Emirates.

  • What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to the US?

    Stopover options, when flying from Johannesburg to the USA, will vary on the destination within the United States. If you choose to land in Los Angeles International Airport, the stopovers can range from one stop to two stop depending on the time of the trip and the airline picked. The location of the stopover can vary from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Hamad International Airport, and Leonardo da Vinci International Airport. Flights to Los Angeles can range in time, depending on the choice of airline, from 22h 20m-38h 13m. Flights from Johannesburg to New York will typically be one-stop and sometimes even nonstop depending on the airline that is chosen. The location for the stopover can include Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Dubai International Airport, and Hamad International Airport. Flights to this location can vary on time from 15h 13m-25h 10m.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to the United States?

    When intending to go on a trip from Johannesburg to the USA you will need to acquire a US Visa, or a tourist visa in order to visit the United States. You will also need a South African passport that is valid for at least six months prior to the date of your planned trip to the USA.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to USA one-way?

    R8 804 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Kenya Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R8 953 and R9 157, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to USA?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to USA that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to USA flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to USA?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to USA.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to USA?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to USA 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 to USA?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to USA (average of R924). Flying from Johannesburg to USA in October is currently the most expensive (average of R1 083). 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 Johannesburg to USA

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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 414AverageR15 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR12 632AverageR17 262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR13 241AverageR22 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR13 323AverageR18 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 549AverageR19 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR13 692AverageR22 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestR13 954AverageR20 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 060AverageR19 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 513AverageR19 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 074AverageR18 050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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