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

The flight from South Africa to State of New York depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Cape Town (a popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (the most popular airport in State of New York), then the flight time is 23h 50m on average. If you fly from Johannesburg (another popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 24h 15m.

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

1 flights are operational daily from South Africa to State of New York as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

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

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

As of March 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from South Africa to State of New York. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to State of New York?

United Airlines, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to State of New York from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to State of New York. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to State of New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to New York refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to New York is 10 as of March 2026.

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

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 South Africa to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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 New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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9:50 am - 4:00 pm

JNB

JFK

36h 10m

1 stop

3:45 pm - 8:20 am

JFK

JNB

34h 35m

1 stop

$807Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Oct 14

9:45 am - 4:20 pm

JNB

JFK

36h 35m

1 stop

3:45 pm - 8:15 am

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JNB

34h 30m

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$808Etihad Airways

Sun, Apr 12 - Mon, May 18

5:00 pm - 7:35 am

JNB

JFK

20h 35m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 12:15 am

JFK

JNB

28h 30m

1 stop

$823Kenya Airways

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 15

7:25 pm - 1:55 pm

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EWR

24h 30m

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9:25 pm - 7:00 am

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JNB

27h 35m

1 stop

$913British Airways

Mon, May 11 - Tue, May 26

9:15 pm - 1:55 pm

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EWR

22h 40m

1 stop

9:25 pm - 9:25 am

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JNB

30h 00m

1 stop

$932British Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21

8:25 pm - 7:28 pm

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LGA

29h 03m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 9:20 pm

LGA

JNB

24h 20m

2 stops

$954Delta

Sun, May 10 - Sun, May 24

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

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JFK

23h 10m

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1:45 pm - 1:35 pm

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CPT

41h 50m

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$958Kenya Airways

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

8:25 pm - 3:30 pm

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LGA

25h 05m

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4:00 pm - 9:20 pm

LGA

JNB

23h 20m

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$961Delta

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8:00 pm - 11:30 pm

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LGA

33h 30m

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2:32 pm - 3:20 pm

LGA

CPT

18h 48m

1 stop

$1,055United Airlines

Sun, Jun 7 - Thu, Aug 20

8:00 pm - 11:22 am

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EWR

21h 22m

1 stop

8:25 pm - 5:10 pm

EWR

CPT

14h 45mnonstop

$1,055United Airlines

Sun, Jun 7 - Sun, Aug 23

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Sep 4

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 15

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$823

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Sep 3

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 14

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$828

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May 3

JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 20m

1 stop

JFK7:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

May 11

JFK1:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

JNB12:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$841

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Mar 31

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

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Apr 10

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m

1 stop

JNB4:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$973

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Apr 1

JNB2:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m

1 stop

JFK8:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 00m

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JNB3:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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Apr 6

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m

1 stop

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JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

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$976

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8:25 pm-7:28 pm

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/4

2:25 pm-7:35 am

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/11

8:25 pm-3:30 pm

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Tue 5/26

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

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Cape TownNew York

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8:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

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Thu 8/20

2:32 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 48m

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Sun 6/7

8:00 pm-11:22 am

1 stop21h 22m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to State of New York?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to State of New York. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $845. If you’re not able to fly to State of New York in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to State of New York during February average around $858.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to State of New York?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to State of New York. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,021. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $1,195. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to State of New York.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to State of New York?

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to New York 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	15h 15m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Fri and Sun
Airports in State of New York	306 airports

The fastest flight from South Africa to State of New York takes 15h 15m

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

There are 306 airports in State of New York. From South Africa there are direct flights to Newark (EWR).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to New York?
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The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to New York is 10 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to New York?
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 South Africa to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York 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 New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,429 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 977 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $788	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 300 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $801	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,813 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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KLM	PriceFrom $839	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,477 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,467 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $962	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,732 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,005	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,543 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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