What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Johannesburg?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Johannesburg

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Boston or Los Angeles, and flying into Johannesburg, then you can expect flight times to average 19h 55m and 22h 30m, respectively.

How many flights depart from United States to Johannesburg on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from United States to Johannesburg as of July 2025. 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 United States to Johannesburg on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from United States to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 22% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from United States according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from United States to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Johannesburg?

As of July 2025, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Johannesburg.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Johannesburg?

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 United States to Johannesburg.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. 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 - 9:20 amLAX-JNB

28h 45m1 stop

4:40 pm - 4:35 pmJNB-LAX

33h 55m2 stops

$674SWISS

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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 3

1:30 pm - 10:35 amIAD-JNB

39h 05m1 stop

5:55 pm - 7:45 pmJNB-IAD

31h 50m1 stop

$790Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 1

10:40 pm - 7:00 amIAD-JNB

26h 20m1 stop

7:25 pm - 5:35 pmJNB-IAD

28h 10m1 stop

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8:35 pm - 7:35 amBWI-JNB

28h 00m1 stop

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30h 10m1 stop

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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27

7:13 pm - 10:25 amBWI-JNB

32h 12m2 stops

7:35 pm - 6:42 pmJNB-BWI

30h 07m2 stops

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4:00 pm - 5:45 pmDCA-JNB

19h 45m1 stop

9:20 pm - 12:19 pmJNB-DCA

20h 59m1 stop

$983United Airlines

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10:51 am - 5:45 pmBWI-JNB

24h 54m2 stops

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30h 22m2 stops

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28h 28m2 stops

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22h 48m1 stop

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24h 41m1 stop

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27h 20m1 stop

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Kenya Airways flights from United States to Johannesburg

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Kenya Airways

Nov 5

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 25m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 11

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 36m

2 stops

ORD5:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Sep 15

DCA6:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

27h 45m

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JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 30

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 57m

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DCA5:57 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Oct 19

DCA6:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

27h 45m

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JNB3:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 25

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 19m

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Aug 21

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 11

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m

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JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Aug 21

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 5

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 15m

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JFK4:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Aug 21

JFK10:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m

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JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 5

JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

36h 15m

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Wed 10/22

7:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop28h 45m

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Mon 11/3

4:40 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops33h 55m

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Tue 9/16

1:30 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 05m

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Wed 10/1

5:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

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10:40 pm-7:00 am

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7:25 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop28h 10m

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8:35 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 00m

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Tue 1/27

7:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop30h 10m

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7:13 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 12m

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Mon 12/1

7:35 pm-6:42 pm

2 stops30h 07m

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/8

4:00 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

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Mon 9/29

9:20 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop20h 59m

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BWI - JNB

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Wed 8/27

10:51 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 54m

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Thu 9/4

9:20 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops30h 22m

$988

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BWI - JNB

BWIJNB

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Sun 1/11

8:35 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/25

10:00 pm-7:28 pm

2 stops28h 28m

$1,208

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Sat 12/27

11:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/21

9:55 pm-1:43 pm

1 stop22h 48m

$1,450

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LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/22

12:59 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop24h 41m

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9:55 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop27h 20m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from United States is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,111, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $1,175.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,595. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Sunday is $1,783.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,144. Flying to Johannesburg at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,689.

What is the cheapest United States to Johannesburg flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,264 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from United States for as low as $1,006 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United States to Johannesburg flights?

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Best Price Found	$456
Fastest flight time	18h 16m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Johannesburg	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from United States in the past 72 hours is $456. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $674.

The fastest flight from United States to Johannesburg takes 18h 16m

Direct flights go from United States to Johannesburg every day.

There is 1 airport near Johannesburg: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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As of July 2025, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Johannesburg.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Johannesburg?
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 United States to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $484	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from United States to Johannesburg

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest United States to Johannesburg flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

What cabin class options are available on United States to Johannesburg flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Johannesburg?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Johannesburg

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

How many flights depart from United States to Johannesburg on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from United States to Johannesburg as of July 2025. 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 United States to Johannesburg on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from United States to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 22% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as Boston or Los Angeles, and flying into Johannesburg, then you can expect flight times to average 19h 55m and 22h 30m, respectively.

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