Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 30m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Nairobi (NBO) was the most common stop: 36% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport according to our data. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 25m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,348.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Aug 13

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

1 stop

JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 3

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 05m

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JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,037

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Aug 19

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 40m

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JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 9

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

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JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,047

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Aug 13

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

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JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 3

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,050

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Sep 30

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

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JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB12:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 30m

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JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,086

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Sep 11

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Sep 17

JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m

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JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,089

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Sep 8

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

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Sep 20

JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, with most prices found around $1,017. The month of April is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport averaging around $1,050.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,680. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,796.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,254 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as $1,074 on momondo.

How have New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?
The straight-line distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo is 7966.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 05m.
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The number of operators available for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 12 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Kenya Airways, representing 21% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qatar Airways at 20%, Ethiopian Air at 10%, and Emirates at 8%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,006 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
KLM	PriceFrom $776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,527 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $795	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,393 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,409 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $986	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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