What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

Kenya Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl

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

Nairobi (NBO) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 40m.

What airlines fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Kenya Airways, Delta and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our data. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to New York flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Flights connecting via Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 35m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $699.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Johannesburg and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 393 minutes.

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

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 29% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your New York John F Kennedy Intl 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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JFK2:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with most prices found around $834. If you don’t want to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $840.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for around $891 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as $842 on momondo.

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 21h 45m

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How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York John F Kennedy Intl is 7966.7 mi. 21h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 8 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, the leading airline is Kenya Airways, making up 48% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 11%, Qatar Airways with 9%, and Etihad Airways with 8%.

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