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

The number of flights available between New York and South Africa is 10 per week as of July 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York to South Africa on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from New York to South Africa as of July 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 9:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

How long is the flight from New York to South Africa?

The flight from New York to South Africa depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa), then the flight time is 14h 45m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 21h 32m.

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

Kenya Airways, Air Europa, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

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

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

As of July 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to South Africa.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York 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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12:25 am - 11:50 am

JFK

CPT

29h 25m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 10:30 pm

CPT

JFK

35h 55m

1 stop

$965Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Oct 4

12:25 am - 11:50 am

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CPT

29h 25m

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4:35 pm - 10:30 pm

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EWR

35h 55m

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$965Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Oct 4

9:10 pm - 1:00 pm

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CPT

33h 50m

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3:10 pm - 8:00 pm

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JFK

34h 50m

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$1,066Ethiopian Air

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Oct 11

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42h 30m

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23h 25m

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42h 30m

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32h 15m

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24h 10m

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26h 55m

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CPT

40h 50m

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2:25 pm - 6:35 am

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JFK

23h 10m

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$1,083Kenya Airways

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CPT

34h 15m

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JFK

23h 10m

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$1,083Kenya Airways

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JNB

31h 00m

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JFK

31h 35m

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$1,164Qatar Airways

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

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55h 00m

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24h 45m

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Ethiopian Air flights from New York to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 20

EWR9:45 pmNewark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 28

JNB10:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$1,075

Ethiopian Air

Aug 20

EWR9:45 pmNewark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 27

JNB10:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$1,076

Ethiopian Air

Aug 23

EWR9:45 pmNewark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 25m

2 stops

EWR8:55 amNewark

$1,093

Air Europa flights from New York to South Africa

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Sep 10

JFK10:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 17

JNB6:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK5:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,225

Air Europa

Aug 4

JFK10:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 1

JNB6:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

1 stop

JFK10:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,276

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Aug 6

JFK10:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 1

JNB6:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

1 stop

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$1,437

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1 stop29h 25m

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4:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

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6:55 pm-11:20 am

1 stop23h 25m

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10:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,075

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1:45 pm-1:35 pm

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$1,083

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

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2 stops23h 10m

$1,083

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JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/19

10:00 pm-11:00 am

2 stops31h 00m

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8:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,164

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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2:05 pm-8:50 am

1 stop24h 45m

$1,174

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,370. The month of January is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $1,386.

What is the cheapest New York to South Africa flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,254 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 for as low as $1,183 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found	$1,080
Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from New York in the past 72 hours is $1,080. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,711.

The fastest flight from New York to South Africa takes 14h 25m

Direct flights go from New York to South Africa on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?
Prices for flights from New York to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to South Africa?
As of July 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York 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.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to South Africa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 66.54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A340-300 at 11.53%, Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 10.96%, and De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 at 7.75%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,483 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,550 reviews	Search KLM flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $807	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,451 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 695 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 312 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,842 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $863	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,132 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,490 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,026 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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