Cheap flights from Johannesburg to New York from $536

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Johannesburg is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $863, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Johannesburg averaging around $876.

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to New York is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,004. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,239.

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Newark for the best Johannesburg - New York flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $905 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Johannesburg for as low as $845 on momondo.

Qatar Airways, Air Europa, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to New York

Kenya Airways, United Airlines and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Johannesburg according to our data. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Johannesburg and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 393 minutes.

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

As of May 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from Johannesburg to New York. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and New York is 7 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.