What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to United States?

Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to United States

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to United States on average per week?

As of January 2026, 16 flights take off from Johannesburg and land in United States each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United States flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What airlines fly to United States?

Delta, United Airlines and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United States from Johannesburg according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to United States. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to United States on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to United States on average per day?

As of January 2026, 2 flights take off from Johannesburg and land in United States each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to United States?

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to United States refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to United States?

As of January 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to United States.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to United States?

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 United States.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?

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

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Q: How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Johannesburg and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

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9:15 pm - 10:25 pm

JNB

EWR

31h 10m

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11:55 pm - 9:25 am

EWR

JNB

27h 30m

2 stops

$800American Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

11:00 pm - 6:55 pm

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JFK

26h 55m

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8:55 pm - 3:55 am

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JNB

24h 00m

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$800Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 24

7:35 pm - 12:20 pm

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JFK

22h 45m

1 stop

12:20 am - 7:35 am

JFK

JNB

25h 15m

1 stop

$805British Airways

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17

7:35 pm - 2:20 pm

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JFK

25h 45m

1 stop

10:35 pm - 7:35 am

JFK

JNB

27h 00m

1 stop

$806British Airways

Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8

7:05 pm - 10:30 pm

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EWR

34h 25m

1 stop

1:25 am - 10:50 am

EWR

JNB

27h 25m

1 stop

$811Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 15

7:05 pm - 6:10 pm

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JFK

30h 05m

1 stop

12:20 am - 10:50 am

JFK

JNB

27h 30m

1 stop

$811Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

9:55 pm - 9:43 pm

JNB

LGA

30h 48m

2 stops

8:00 am - 8:50 am

LGA

JNB

41h 50m

2 stops

$840Delta

Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 21

10:00 pm - 6:27 pm

JNB

LGA

27h 27m

2 stops

1:59 pm - 7:00 pm

LGA

JNB

22h 01m

2 stops

$841Delta

Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13

10:00 pm - 5:43 pm

JNB

ONT

29h 43m

2 stops

6:37 pm - 6:35 pm

ONT

JNB

37h 58m

2 stops

$921United Airlines

Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 26

7:45 pm - 1:05 pm

JNB

LAX

27h 20m

1 stop

11:35 am - 6:35 pm

LAX

JNB

21h 00m

1 stop

$938United Airlines

Sun, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 26

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Feb 19

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 35m

1 stop

IAD3:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mar 9

IAD10:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$915

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Mar 2

JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m

1 stop

LAX3:20 pmLos Angeles

Mar 14

LAX10:00 pmLos Angeles

24h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$929

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Feb 16

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 03m

2 stops

LAX5:48 pmLos Angeles

Feb 24

LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles

27h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:05 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$947

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Jan 24

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 50m

2 stops

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jan 31

IAD5:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

33h 15m

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JNB9:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

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7:35 pm-12:20 pm

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7:35 pm-2:20 pm

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12:20 am-10:50 am

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Wed 2/11

9:55 pm-9:43 pm

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Sat 2/21

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2 stops41h 50m

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JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops27h 27m

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Fri 2/13

1:59 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$841

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JNB - ONT

JNBONT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

10:00 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops29h 43m

Ontario

Thu 2/26

6:37 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops37h 58m

$921

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

7:45 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

11:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$938

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United States?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to United States. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $849. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to United States from Johannesburg during September instead. Flights to United States in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $854.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to United States?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to United States from Johannesburg. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,015. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,218. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to United States.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to United States?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to United States from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to United States for around $893 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to United States from Johannesburg for as low as $840 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to United States flights?

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to United States takes 15h 35m

Direct flights go from Johannesburg to United States every day.

There are 4,296 airports in United States. From Johannesburg there are direct flights to Newark (EWR), Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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As of January 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to United States.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to United States?
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 United States.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United States?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to United States 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 United States. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,374 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $746	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,191 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $759	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,442 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 948 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $765	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,088 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $787	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 291 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $832	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,689 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,174 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $924	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,200 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to United States?

Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to United States

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How often are flights from Johannesburg to the United States delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Johannesburg and United States have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to the United States flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to the United States flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to United States on average per day?

As of January 2026, 2 flights take off from Johannesburg and land in United States each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to United States on average per week?

As of January 2026, 16 flights take off from Johannesburg and land in United States each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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