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 20h 10m.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad 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?

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 April 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

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5:50 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

EWR

34h 40m

1 stop

$844Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, Jun 9

12:25 am - 10:30 am

EWR

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

7:10 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

EWR

34h 20m

1 stop

$859Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Nov 19

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

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$889Etihad Airways

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10

3:45 pm - 8:20 am

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JNB

34h 35m

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9:50 am - 4:00 pm

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JFK

36h 10m

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$909Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30

1:20 am - 7:50 pm

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DUR

36h 30m

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12:05 pm - 3:10 pm

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JFK

33h 05m

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$1,005Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 12

11:20 am - 7:50 pm

JFK

DUR

26h 30m

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12:05 pm - 3:10 pm

DUR

JFK

33h 05m

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$1,094Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

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CPT

41h 50m

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8:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

41h 10m

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$1,224Multiple Airlines

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1:45 pm - 7:45 pm

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CPT

24h 00m

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2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

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$1,226Multiple Airlines

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CPT

41h 50m

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CPT

JFK

23h 10m

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$1,240Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

1:45 pm - 6:00 am

JFK

CPT

34h 15m

1 stop

7:20 am - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

30h 15m

1 stop

$1,242Kenya Airways

Sun, May 10 - Tue, May 19

Turkish Airlines flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Apr 28

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

$844

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Sep 8

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 21

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

JFK10:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$894

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Sep 8

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 21

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 55m

1 stop

JFK10:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$895

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May 1

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 10

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$889

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Sep 16

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 30

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$909

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Aug 20

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 30

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 10m

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JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$919

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Thu 5/14

1:45 pm-7:45 pm

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Sun 6/14

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

$1,226

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JFK - CPT

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1:45 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/4

2:25 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

$1,240

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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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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, September 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 $1,280. 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?

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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 $1,259 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 $1,078 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 30m
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The fastest flight from State of New York to South Africa takes 14h 30m

Direct flights go from State of New York to South Africa on Monday, 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).

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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.
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There are 13 operators available for flights from New York to South Africa as of April 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 1,001 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
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KLM	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,493 reviews	Search KLM flights
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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,307 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 301 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,564 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $865	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,870 reviews	Search British Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,928 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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