What airlines fly to New York?

Kenya Airways, United Airlines and Delta 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 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to New York on average per week?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and New York is 5 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to New York?

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to New York

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to New York?

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to New York is 9 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to New York?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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 New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $815 to $1,097. The lowest price recently found on this route was $775.

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11:00 pm - 7:15 pmJNB-EWR

27h 15m2 stops

9:15 pm - 3:55 amEWR-JNB

23h 40m2 stops

$775Ethiopian Air

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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 20

11:00 pm - 6:55 pmJNB-JFK

26h 55m2 stops

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24h 00m2 stops

$783Ethiopian Air

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1:35 am - 6:35 amJNB-JFK

36h 00m1 stop

1:45 pm - 3:55 amJFK-JNB

31h 10m1 stop

$795Kenya Airways

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12:10 pm - 7:35 amJNB-JFK

25h 25m1 stop

1:45 pm - 3:50 pmJFK-JNB

20h 05m1 stop

$796Kenya Airways

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10:00 pm - 1:25 pmJNB-JFK

22h 25m1 stop

7:01 pm - 8:35 amJFK-JNB

30h 34m1 stop

$830Delta

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9:30 pm - 7:45 pmJNB-JFK

29h 15m1 stop

10:00 pm - 8:50 amJFK-JNB

27h 50m1 stop

$831Delta

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10:00 pm - 7:20 amJNB-EWR

16h 20mnonstop

8:50 pm - 6:35 pmEWR-JNB

14h 45mnonstop

$891United Airlines

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10:00 pm - 7:20 amJNB-EWR

16h 20mnonstop

8:50 pm - 6:35 pmEWR-JNB

14h 45mnonstop

$896United Airlines

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10:00 pm - 8:24 pmJNB-LGA

53h 24m2 stops

9:15 pm - 10:25 amLGA-JNB

54h 10m2 stops

$1,016British Airways

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10:00 pm - 8:24 pmJNB-LGA

29h 24m2 stops

9:15 pm - 10:25 amLGA-JNB

54h 10m2 stops

$1,044British Airways

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Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to New York

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Kenya Airways

Nov 21

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m

1 stop

JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 30

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 10m

1 stop

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$795

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Kenya Airways

Apr 14

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 25m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

May 12

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$796

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Dec 3

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m

1 stop

JFK6:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 13

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$799

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Virgin Atlantic

Nov 21

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m

1 stop

JFK7:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Dec 4

JFK10:15 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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Oct 29

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 59m

2 stops

EWR12:59 amNewark

Mar 24

EWR2:30 pmNewark

22h 30m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$833

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Dec 15

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 55m

1 stop

JFK10:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 12

JFK4:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB - EWR

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Thu 11/13

11:00 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Newark

Thu 11/20

9:15 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 40m

$775

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/19

8:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

$783

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/21

1:35 am-6:35 am

1 stop36h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/30

1:45 pm-3:55 am

1 stop31h 10m

$795

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/14

12:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop25h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

1:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$796

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/15

10:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

7:01 pm-8:35 am

1 stop30h 34m

$830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/15

9:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop29h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/28

10:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop27h 50m

$831

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop16h 20m

Newark

Sun 11/30

8:50 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

$891

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop16h 20m

Newark

Sun 11/30

8:50 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop14h 45m

$896

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/24

10:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops53h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/16

9:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops54h 10m

$1,016

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/23

10:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops29h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/11

9:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops54h 10m

$1,044

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Johannesburg is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $848, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Johannesburg averaging around $860.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to New York is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,023. On the other hand, Saturday 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 $1,284.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the morning. Flights from Johannesburg to New York during this time can be as low as $816. Flights to New York are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,230. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

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 $906 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 $865 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to New York flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	16h 15m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in New York	1 airport

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to New York takes 16h 15m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to New York on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport near New York: Newark (EWR)

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How far is Johannesburg to New York by plane?
There are 7972.2 mi between Johannesburg and New York. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 16h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to New York?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to New York is 9 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to New York?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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 New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $653	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 286 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,283 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $785	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,994 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $789	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,406 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 670 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,001 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $919	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,659 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $947	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,483 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,005	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,394 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and New York?

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What is the cheapest Johannesburg to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to New York flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to New York?

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to New York

What airlines fly to New York?

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to New York on average per week?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and New York is 5 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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