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

Turkish Airlines, RwandAir, and Air Europa 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 day?

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

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

9 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 Wed, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 21h 10m.

What airlines fly to South Africa?

United Airlines, Kenya Airways and British 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 58% 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.

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 14 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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9:45 pm - 1:00 pm

EWR

CPT

33h 15m

1 stop

3:25 pm - 7:45 pm

CPT

EWR

34h 20m

1 stop

$846Ethiopian Air

Sun, Apr 12 - Sat, Apr 18

7:50 pm - 10:30 am

JFK

JNB

32h 40m

1 stop

6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

JNB

JFK

34h 30m

1 stop

$856Turkish Airlines

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20

10:10 pm - 8:15 am

JFK

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

9:45 am - 8:35 am

JNB

JFK

28h 50m

1 stop

$875Etihad Airways

Mon, Mar 30 - Fri, Apr 10

10:20 pm - 8:15 am

JFK

JNB

27h 55m

1 stop

9:45 am - 8:35 am

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JFK

28h 50m

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$876Etihad Airways

Mon, Mar 30 - Fri, Apr 10

1:45 pm - 12:15 am

JFK

JNB

28h 30m

1 stop

12:10 pm - 7:35 am

JNB

JFK

25h 25m

1 stop

$879Kenya Airways

Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 21

1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 50m

2 stops

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

CPT

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

$1,003Kenya Airways

Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 18

10:00 pm - 10:40 am

JFK

DUR

54h 40m

2 stops

12:05 pm - 3:10 pm

DUR

JFK

33h 05m

2 stops

$1,242Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, May 7

1:45 pm - 8:55 pm

JFK

DUR

25h 10m

2 stops

11:30 am - 7:35 am

DUR

JFK

26h 05m

2 stops

$1,266Multiple Airlines

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10:00 pm - 4:00 pm

JFK

HLA

36h 00m

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5:55 am - 9:20 am

HLA

JFK

33h 25m

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$1,319Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 13

5:30 pm - 4:00 am

LGA

JNB

28h 30m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 8:49 pm

JNB

LGA

36h 04m

2 stops

$1,386Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 15

Etihad Airways flights from State of New York to South Africa

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Mar 30

JFK10:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 10

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$875

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Mar 30

JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 10

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$876

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May 4

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 13

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$880

Turkish Airlines flights from State of New York to South Africa

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May 12

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 20

JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 30m

1 stop

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$856

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Aug 23

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 45m

1 stop

JFK4:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$859

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Aug 23

JFK6:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 15

JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 45m

1 stop

JFK4:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$860

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Sun 4/12

9:45 pm-1:00 pm

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3:25 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop34h 20m

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10:20 pm-8:15 am

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1 stop28h 50m

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12:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop25h 25m

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/8

1:45 pm-1:35 pm

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2:25 pm-7:35 am

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$1,003

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/19

10:00 pm-10:40 am

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Thu 5/7

12:05 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops33h 05m

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Sun 4/26

1:45 pm-8:55 pm

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Sun 5/3

11:30 am-7:35 am

2 stops26h 05m

$1,266

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JFK - HLA

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

10:00 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops36h 00m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 5/13

5:55 am-9:20 am

2 stops33h 25m

$1,319

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

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New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/23

5:30 pm-4:00 am

2 stops28h 30m

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2:45 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops36h 04m

$1,386

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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?

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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 $1,253 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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You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a State of New York to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu and Sat
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, 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).

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There are 14 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 7.2 972 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 401 reviews	Search Condor flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $558	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 298 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,288 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,472 reviews	Search KLM flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 682 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $848	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $851	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,258 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,468 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $887	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,797 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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