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 Johannesburg (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 21h 50m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 23h 49m.

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

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Emirates 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 January 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 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to State of New York. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to State of New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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 9 as of January 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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7:35 pm - 4:15 pm

JNB

EWR

27h 40m

2 stops

5:45 pm - 7:35 am

EWR

JNB

30h 50m

2 stops

$789Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3

10:50 pm - 7:45 pm

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EWR

26h 55m

2 stops

9:45 pm - 3:55 am

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JNB

24h 10m

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$793Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, May 5

12:05 pm - 7:35 am

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JFK

25h 30m

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1:45 pm - 12:25 am

JFK

JNB

28h 40m

1 stop

$806Kenya Airways

Sun, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 20

10:00 pm - 4:15 pm

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LGA

24h 15m

2 stops

6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

LGA

JNB

18h 30m

1 stop

$853Delta

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

10:00 pm - 5:22 pm

JNB

LGA

26h 22m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 10:05 pm

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JNB

25h 05m

2 stops

$859Delta

Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 11

2:25 pm - 7:35 am

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JFK

23h 10m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 1:40 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 55m

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$904Kenya Airways

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7:55 am - 10:45 pm

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JFK

21h 50m

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10:20 pm - 9:55 pm

JFK

CPT

41h 35m

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2:00 pm - 2:55 pm

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EWR

31h 55m

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CPT

29h 45m

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EWR

27h 05m

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DUR

30h 50m

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$1,050United Airlines

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8:00 pm - 9:46 am

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LGA

19h 46m

1 stop

7:25 am - 9:30 am

LGA

CPT

44h 05m

2 stops

$1,077United Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 17

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Apr 16

JNB10:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

EWR7:45 pmNewark

May 5

EWR9:45 pmNewark

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$793

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Feb 17

JNB11:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 27

JFK8:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$803

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Jan 29

JNB11:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 9

JFK8:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$807

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Jun 2

JNB7:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m

2 stops

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JFK7:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 50m

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JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

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Jun 6

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

25h 45m

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Jun 22

JFK8:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 45m

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JNB9:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$818

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Jun 7

JNB9:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

22h 05m

1 stop

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JFK4:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 05m

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JNB7:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/26

2:25 pm-7:35 am

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Cape TownNew York

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Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/7

7:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop21h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/17

10:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop41h 35m

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Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/16

2:00 pm-2:55 pm

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Newark

Mon 2/23

5:05 pm-5:50 am

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DUR - EWR

DUREWR

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/17

11:15 am-7:20 am

1 stop27h 05m

Newark

Fri 2/27

8:50 pm-10:40 am

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Cape TownNew York

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CPTLGA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/1

8:00 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 46m

New York LaGuardia

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7:25 am-9:30 am

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

In general, February 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 $852. If you’re not able to fly to State of New York in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to State of New York during September average around $853.

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 $1,020. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $1,222. 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 $893 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 $840 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	15h 15m
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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 every day.

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

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The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to New York is 9 as of January 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 1,375 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $764	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 955 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $787	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 294 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $817	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 678 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
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Can stopping save me money on South Africa to State of New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a South Africa to State of New York flight.

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

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to New York

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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 January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

As of January 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.

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