What airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from State of New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The flight from State of 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 State of 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 State of New York) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the average flight time is 22h.

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

RwandAir, Kenya Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

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

5 flights are operational weekly from State of New York to South Africa as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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.

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There are 13 operators available for flights from New York to South Africa as of March 2026.

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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:25 am - 10:30 am

EWR

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

EWR

34h 40m

1 stop

$832Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Tue, Jun 9

12:25 am - 10:30 am

EWR

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

5:50 pm - 10:30 pm

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EWR

34h 40m

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$836Turkish Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Tue, Jun 9

6:50 am - 10:30 am

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JNB

21h 40m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 4:35 am

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JFK

40h 35m

1 stop

$866Turkish Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 9

10:20 pm - 8:15 am

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JNB

27h 55m

1 stop

9:45 am - 8:35 am

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JFK

28h 50m

1 stop

$880Etihad Airways

Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13

9:45 pm - 1:00 pm

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CPT

33h 15m

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1:50 pm - 7:45 pm

CPT

EWR

35h 55m

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$890Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 20

9:45 pm - 1:00 pm

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CPT

33h 15m

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1:50 pm - 7:45 pm

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EWR

35h 55m

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$899Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 20

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

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CPT

41h 50m

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2:20 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 15m

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$1,132Kenya Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

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CPT

41h 50m

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7:35 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

42h 00m

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$1,135Multiple Airlines

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1:45 pm - 8:20 am

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CPT

36h 35m

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2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

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$1,141Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

1:45 pm - 6:00 am

JFK

CPT

34h 15m

1 stop

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

$1,149Kenya Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30

Turkish Airlines flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Apr 19

EWR12:25 amNewark

28h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 9

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$832

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Apr 19

EWR12:25 amNewark

28h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 9

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$836

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May 9

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 2

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

1 stop

JFK10:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$869

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Apr 5

EWR9:45 pmNewark

33h 15m

2 stops

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 20

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

35h 55m

2 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$890

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Apr 5

EWR9:45 pmNewark

33h 15m

2 stops

CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 20

CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl

35h 55m

2 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$899

Ethiopian Air

Apr 5

EWR9:45 pmNewark

34h 50m

2 stops

CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl

Apr 20

CPT3:25 pmCape Town Intl

34h 20m

2 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

$912

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1:50 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops35h 55m

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1:50 pm-7:45 pm

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1:45 pm-1:35 pm

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Sat 9/26

2:20 pm-7:35 am

1 stop23h 15m

$1,132

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/29

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/18

7:35 pm-7:35 am

2 stops42h 00m

$1,135

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

1:45 pm-8:20 am

2 stops36h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

$1,141

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/19

1:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/30

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

$1,149

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from State of New York to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,164. The month of November is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from State of New York averaging around $1,297.

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

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,253 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from State of New York for as low as $887 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to South Africa 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	14h 25m
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Airports in South Africa	65 airports

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

Direct flights go from State of New York to South Africa on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From State of New York there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?
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There are 13 operators available for flights from New York to South Africa as of March 2026.
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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $558	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 301 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,325 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,478 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 685 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,275 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $848	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,493 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,819 reviews	Search British Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,905 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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