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R6 814+ Cheap flights to New York, NY

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— NYC
Nov 6 — Nov 131
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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/11

9:55-8:40

1 stop29h 45m

R6 814

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

1:15-6:35

1 stop36h 20m

R8 367

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/11

12:45-8:00

1 stop26h 15m

R8 685

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/12

10:55-18:55

2 stops39h 00m

R9 479

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/11

19:05-22:35

1 stop34h 30m

R11 368

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/12

14:35-8:00

2 stops24h 25m

R11 438

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

19:50-15:00

1 stop26h 10m

R11 809

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/11

13:25-21:10

2 stops38h 45m

R12 356

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/11

21:45-9:00

1 stop42h 15m

R12 656

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/1

10:10-18:55

2 stops39h 45m

R12 974

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Flights to New York, NY in 2024

Find the latest flights to New York in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 619 803 searches and data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

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R13 504

One-way from

R7 025

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Average price

R14 245
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/11-4/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2024

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Wed 27/1123:00JNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 4/1210:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R13 504
Mon 4/111:15JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Thu 20/213:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 31/10R13 910
Mon 4/1119:40JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Fri 7/216:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Deal found 31/10R14 015
Mon 4/1119:40JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 35mDelta
Fri 7/212:25JFK - JNB
1 stop23h 35mDelta
Deal found 31/10R14 033
Mon 11/1119:40JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/1118:55JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10R14 104
Tue 5/1123:55JNB - LGA
2 stops24h 28mDelta
Thu 20/217:00LGA - JNB
1 stop19h 00mDelta
Deal found 31/10R14 104
Tue 24/1223:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 19/321:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/10R14 263
Thu 14/1119:40JNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mAir France
Tue 26/1116:50EWR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mAir France
Deal found 30/10R14 404
Sat 9/1119:30JNB - JFK
1 stop34h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 16/1122:30JFK - JNB
1 stop30h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 30/10R14 439
Wed 20/1119:05JNB - EWR
1 stop34h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 27/110:30EWR - JNB
1 stop27h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/10R14 669
Wed 6/1119:30JNB - EWR
2 stops30h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 31/114:30EWR - JNB
2 stops38h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 30/10R14 986
Thu 5/1210:10JNB - EWR
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/323:05EWR - JNB
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10R15 004

Best time to book a flight to New York

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Travel insights for flights to New York

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

When is the best time to book a flight to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to New York. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

The best deals on cheap flights to New York can often be found when they’re scheduled from April through September. If you’re booking your flights during this time of the year, you’ll be happy to know that there are a lot of free summer time activities going down in New York, which could help you save even more. Make sure that you’re your intended time of travel doesn’t coincide with major events such as the New York Fashion Week, since this will considerably increase the flight and accommodation rates.

How long is the flight to New York?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to New York takes 20 hours 6 minutes. Flights to New York from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to New York. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to New York should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to New York?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to New York are Etihad Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Kenya Airways.

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 mm 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 1 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways and United Airlines to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
3 548 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
8 835 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
1 349 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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.

7,7
Good
876 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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
1 644 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 548 reviews

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

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.

Boasting more restaurants, iconic sights, bars, and museums than any other metro, New York is one of the most exciting cities on earth. Most tourists are aware of the array of offerings New York has in store for them, but to get an authentic experience of the city, you’ll have to brush cheeks with the always-inviting locals. Whether you’re aiming to sample master mixologist cocktails, or you’re aiming at shopping up a storm, the Big Apple has a little something on offer for every kind of traveler out there.

What is good to know if travelling to New York?

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  • When is the best time to fly to New York ?

    Peak season: With ballet, theater, and opera performances in full swing from October through December, this marks New York’s peak tourism season. During the peak season, you should expect a subsequent rush for everything including hotel bookings and flight tickets to New York, which means that things get a lot more expensive. If you’re planning a white New York Christmas or looking to join in on the party of a lifetime as New York does New Year’s Eve in style, ensure that you have made your flight bookings as far along in advance as possible, just to help avoid the risk of overpaying for late bookings. Off season: From mid-January to the end of February, New York’s tourism scene quiets down considerably, which means that it may be an excellent opportunity to score some great flight deals. Deals on cheap flights to New York can often be found after the rush of the New Year, and the best thing is that even late bookings won’t break the bank when they’re made at this time of the year.

  • How long is the flight to New York ?

    Johannesburg to New York 15 hours, 40 minutes Cape Town to New York19 hours, 35 minutes Durban to New York 18 hours, 45 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to New York ?

    Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airways, JetBlue Airways, British Airways, and South African Airways are some of the airlines which you might want to consider using as your carrier on your flight to New York. Keep in mind that some of these airlines offer direct flights, and some of them will have you transferring between flights, which might help keep the price of your tickets as affordable as possible. Be sure to check out the prices from a range of airlines before settling for one or the other.

  • How to get from the airport to the city center?

    Depending on whether or not you’ve got some time to spare, there are a few ways in which you can get to downtown New York once you arrive at the airport. There is a 24-hour subway that passes the airport. The train can be a great way to get to the heart of the city, but it’s not the most comfortable. Then there are also Uber and yellow cabs, which are affordable and can get you downtown quickly and easily.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to New York if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to New York on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to New York?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to New York.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in New York?

    Newark is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in New York. One-way flights to Newark typically cost R849, while return flights cost around R1 817.

  • How much is a return flight to New York?

    A return flight to New York will typically cost around R725, however they can be found for as little as R176.

  • Where does the fastest flight to New York depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to New York, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does New York John F Kennedy Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New York John F Kennedy Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. New York John F Kennedy Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. TWA Hotel At JFK Airport is the closest property to New York John F Kennedy Intl (0,0 km away from New York John F Kennedy Intl).

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