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

Nairobi (NBO) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in New York, such as Newark or New York, and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 14h 45m and 22h 10m, respectively.

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

7 flights are operational weekly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 14 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 offers the lowest fares from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,219.

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

Flights connecting via Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 05m.

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

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 05m.

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

SAUDIA, SWISS, and Brussels Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo

How many flights depart from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on average per day?

As of May 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

There are 14 operators available for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as of May 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking 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 $1,650 to $1,042. The lowest price recently found on this route was $958.

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1:20 am - 10:30 am

JFK

JNB

27h 10m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

JFK

32h 40m

1 stop

$958Qatar Airways

Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 15

1:20 am - 10:30 am

JFK

JNB

27h 10m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

JFK

32h 40m

1 stop

$997Qatar Airways

Thu, May 7 - Fri, May 15

10:05 pm - 10:30 am

JFK

JNB

30h 25m

1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

JFK

32h 40m

1 stop

$1,001Qatar Airways

Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15

1:20 am - 10:30 am

JFK

JNB

27h 10m

1 stop

1:15 am - 7:35 am

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JFK

36h 20m

1 stop

$1,068Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

9:45 pm - 3:55 am

EWR

JNB

24h 10m

2 stops

10:50 pm - 7:45 pm

JNB

EWR

26h 55m

2 stops

$1,316Ethiopian Air

Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 10

12:25 am - 10:30 am

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JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

EWR

34h 30m

1 stop

$1,320Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Oct 5

1:00 pm - 7:10 am

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JNB

36h 10m

1 stop

9:45 pm - 10:00 am

JNB

EWR

42h 15m

1 stop

$1,323Egyptair

Mon, May 18 - Mon, May 25

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EWR

JNB

24h 10m

2 stops

10:50 pm - 7:45 pm

JNB

EWR

26h 55m

2 stops

$1,324Ethiopian Air

Fri, May 22 - Sat, May 30

12:25 am - 10:30 am

EWR

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 11:30 pm

JNB

EWR

35h 20m

1 stop

$1,329Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3

1:00 pm - 7:10 am

EWR

JNB

36h 10m

1 stop

10:20 pm - 9:20 pm

JNB

EWR

29h 00m

2 stops

$1,332Multiple Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3

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May 18

EWR1:00 pmNewark

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 25

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 15m

1 stop

EWR10:00 amNewark

$1,323

Egyptair

May 4

EWR1:00 pmNewark

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 11

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 15m

1 stop

EWR10:00 amNewark

$1,327

Egyptair

May 25

EWR1:00 pmNewark

36h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 8

JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 45m

1 stop

EWR10:30 amNewark

$1,344

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Jun 14

LGA5:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

22h 20m

2 stops

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 13

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 58m

1 stop

LGA9:53 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,776

Delta

Jun 14

LGA4:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

23h 20m

2 stops

JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 13

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 40m

2 stops

LGA7:35 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,781

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May 19

LGA8:30 pmNew York LaGuardia

41h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 31

JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 00m

2 stops

LGA4:15 pmNew York LaGuardia

$1,783

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7:50 pm-10:30 pm

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Thu 5/21

9:45 pm-3:55 am

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Wed 6/10

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,316

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12:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

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6:00 pm-10:30 pm

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$1,320

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Mon 5/18

1:00 pm-7:10 am

1 stop36h 10m

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Mon 5/25

9:45 pm-10:00 am

1 stop42h 15m

$1,323

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EWR - JNB

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Newark

Fri 5/22

9:45 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/30

10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,324

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EWR - JNB

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Newark

Tue 10/13

12:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

7:10 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 20m

$1,329

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EWR - JNB

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Newark

Wed 5/27

1:00 pm-7:10 am

1 stop36h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/3

10:20 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,332

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

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

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York, with most prices found around $110. The month of November is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $139.

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. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,667. 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, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,744.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,255 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 for as low as $1,078 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

How have New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$1,005
Fastest flight time	14h 45m
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The best one-way flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York in the past 72 hours is $1,005. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,029.

The fastest flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 14h 45m

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How far is New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?
The distance between New York and Johannesburg OR Tambo is about 7979.3 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 14h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
There are 14 operators available for flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 46.22% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A340-300 at 23.88%, Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 22.65%, and De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 at 6.32%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is United Airlines, representing 33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 12%, Kenya Airways at 10%, and Delta at 7%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,460 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,509 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,343 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 303 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,943 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $892	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,965 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,966 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

United Airlines Flights From New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
United Airlines operates around 7 flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $1,640, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from as low as $1,435 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,681 reviews.

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