What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa?

Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, and Hahn Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

British Airways, Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

As of July 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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3:45 pm - 8:20 amJFK-JNB

34h 35m1 stop

9:50 am - 9:00 amJNB-JFK

29h 10m1 stop

$864Etihad Airways

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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 11

3:45 pm - 8:20 amJFK-JNB

34h 35m1 stop

9:50 am - 4:05 pmJNB-JFK

36h 15m1 stop

$876Etihad Airways

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Thu, Aug 21 - Fri, Sep 5

1:50 pm - 11:50 amJFK-CPT

40h 00m1 stop

5:15 pm - 5:45 pmCPT-JFK

31h 30m1 stop

$880Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5

12:35 am - 11:50 amJFK-CPT

29h 15m1 stop

4:35 pm - 10:40 pmCPT-JFK

36h 05m1 stop

$885Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Oct 1

11:20 am - 4:10 pmJFK-JNB

22h 50m1 stop

4:50 pm - 9:00 amJNB-JFK

46h 10m2 stops

$957Qatar Airways

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Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 16

1:20 am - 4:10 pmJFK-JNB

32h 50m1 stop

3:10 am - 3:10 pmJNB-JFK

42h 00m2 stops

$958Qatar Airways

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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 5

1:45 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-CPT

41h 55m2 stops

11:25 pm - 6:35 amCPT-JFK

38h 10m1 stop

$988Kenya Airways

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Sun, Oct 5 - Wed, Nov 19

12:45 pm - 2:50 pmJFK-DUR

43h 05m2 stops

3:20 pm - 6:35 amDUR-JFK

46h 15m2 stops

$1,326Kenya Airways

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Tue, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 28

8:05 am - 11:55 amJFK-PLZ

44h 50m2 stops

12:40 pm - 10:05 pmPLZ-JFK

40h 25m2 stops

$2,321British Airways

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Wed, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 8

8:05 am - 11:55 amJFK-PLZ

44h 50m2 stops

12:40 pm - 5:15 pmPLZ-JFK

35h 35m2 stops

$2,408British Airways

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Etihad Airways flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa

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Etihad Airways

Aug 21

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 11

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m

1 stop

JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Aug 21

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 5

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 15m

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JFK4:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Aug 21

JFK10:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m

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JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 5

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 15m

1 stop

JFK4:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Qatar Airways

Oct 1

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 50m

1 stop

JNB4:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 16

JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 10m

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Sep 28

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

JNB4:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 5

JNB3:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 00m

2 stops

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Sep 29

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

46h 20m

2 stops

JNB2:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 6

JNB1:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 05m

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Thu 8/21

3:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

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Thu 9/11

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

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JFK - JNB

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Thu 8/21

3:45 pm-8:20 am

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

9:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop36h 15m

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/29

1:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

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5:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 30m

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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12:35 am-11:50 am

1 stop29h 15m

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Wed 10/1

4:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop36h 05m

$885

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

11:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/16

4:50 pm-9:00 am

2 stops46h 10m

$957

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JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

1:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

3:10 am-3:10 pm

2 stops42h 00m

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

1:45 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops41h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

11:25 pm-6:35 am

1 stop38h 10m

$988

New YorkDurban

JFK - DUR

JFKDUR

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/30

12:45 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 1/28

3:20 pm-6:35 am

2 stops46h 15m

$1,326

New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/17

8:05 am-11:55 am

2 stops44h 50m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 1/8

12:40 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops40h 25m

$2,321

New YorkPort Elizabeth

JFK - PLZ

JFKPLZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/17

8:05 am-11:55 am

2 stops44h 50m

Port Elizabeth

Wed 1/7

12:40 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops35h 35m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,082. The month of September is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport averaging around $1,090.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,177. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Tuesday is $1,378.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,099. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,575.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa 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 South Africa for around $1,264 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as $1,006 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$472
Fastest flight time	20h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in South Africa	5 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $472. The best round-trip flight deal from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $864.

The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa takes 20h 05m

There are no direct flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.

There are 5 airports near South Africa: Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), Polokwane (PTG), Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

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As of July 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Condor	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 353 reviews	Search Condor flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $787	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $848	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,230 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $908	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $924	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 274 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $978	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,084	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,099. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,575.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

Can stopping save me money on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa?

Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, and Hahn Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

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