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

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Air Europa are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo

What airlines fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Delta, United Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from United States according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Keep in mind that there are 21 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in United States, such as New York or Boston, and flying into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then you can expect flight times to average 20h 05m and 22h 40m, respectively.

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. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Johannesburg flights?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Johannesburg flights?

According to our data, Delta have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 22% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of June 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: How often are flights from the United States to Johannesburg delayed?

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between United States and Johannesburg have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 131 minutes.

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ATL

JNB

28h 50m

1 stop

9:45 am - 4:30 pm

JNB

ATL

36h 45m

1 stop

$996Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

9:30 pm - 8:20 am

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JNB

28h 50m

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9:45 am - 4:30 pm

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ATL

36h 45m

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$997Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 14

10:00 pm - 9:10 am

JFK

JNB

29h 10m

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8:55 pm - 10:30 pm

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JFK

31h 35m

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$1,050Qatar Airways

Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29

10:00 pm - 9:10 am

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JNB

29h 10m

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2:05 pm - 8:50 am

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JFK

24h 45m

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$1,052Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Sep 4

10:15 pm - 8:10 pm

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JNB

39h 55m

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10:50 pm - 7:10 pm

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27h 20m

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$1,158Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

9:45 pm - 3:55 am

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24h 10m

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10:50 pm - 8:10 pm

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EWR

27h 20m

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$1,178Ethiopian Air

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 26

8:25 pm - 12:15 am

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JNB

42h 50m

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12:10 pm - 9:10 am

JNB

SFO

54h 00m

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$1,190Kenya Airways

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Oct 10

10:45 pm - 12:15 am

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40h 30m

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5:25 am - 6:31 pm

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SFO

46h 06m

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Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 27

10:35 am - 10:30 am

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JNB

41h 55m

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MIA

32h 45m

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$1,264Turkish Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

10:35 pm - 10:30 am

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29h 55m

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43h 15m

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$1,265Turkish Airlines

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Jul 22

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 10m

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JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 29

JNB8:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 35m

1 stop

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,050

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Aug 3

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 10m

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JNB9:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 4

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m

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JFK8:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Aug 17

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 00m

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JNB9:00 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 2

JNB2:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 05m

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JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,054

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Nov 10

SFO9:40 amSan Francisco

34h 30m

1 stop

JNB6:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 1

JNB1:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 10m

1 stop

SFO7:50 amSan Francisco

$1,264

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Sep 17

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

46h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 3

JNB8:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 25m

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SFO9:50 amSan Francisco

$1,290

Singapore Airlines

Sep 21

SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

46h 35m

1 stop

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 19

JNB8:25 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 25m

1 stop

SFO9:50 amSan Francisco

$1,293

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9:45 am-4:30 pm

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JFK - JNB

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Wed 7/22

10:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop29h 10m

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Thu 10/29

10:15 pm-8:10 pm

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10:50 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops27h 20m

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Thu 10/15

9:45 pm-3:55 am

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/26

10:50 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,178

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SFO - JNB

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San Francisco

Tue 9/22

8:25 pm-12:15 am

2 stops42h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/10

12:10 pm-9:10 am

2 stops54h 00m

$1,190

San FranciscoJohannesburg

SFO - JNB

SFOJNB

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

10:45 pm-12:15 am

2 stops40h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

5:25 am-6:31 pm

2 stops46h 06m

$1,197

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA - JNB

MIAJNB

Miami

Wed 8/19

10:35 am-10:30 am

1 stop41h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

5:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,264

MiamiJohannesburg

MIA - JNB

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Miami

Wed 8/19

10:35 pm-10:30 am

1 stop29h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

5:55 pm-7:10 am

1 stop43h 15m

$1,265

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from United States, with most prices found around $1,209. The month of October is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $1,303.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from United States. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,681. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from United States because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,807.

What is the cheapest United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,251 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from United States for as low as $1,123 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 41% on your flight if you consider stops on a United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

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The best one-way flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from United States in the past 72 hours is $1,333. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,766.

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between United States and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 40.49% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A340-300 with 20.03%, Airbus A320 (sharklets) with 18.17%, and Airbus A350-900 with 15.16%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,007 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,410 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $614	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,971 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,530 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $778	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,608 reviews	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $814	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 690 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 306 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
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