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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from £471

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 August 2026.

Mon 14/909:45 -
1 stop28h 50m
Thu 17/922:20 -
1 stop27h 55m
Deal found 6/8£652
Wed 23/920:15 -
1 stop26h 10m
Sun 4/1012:59 -
1 stop24h 41m
Deal found 5/8£660
Sun 20/1219:35 -
1 stop24h 00m
Mon 4/121:50 -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 2/8£662
Sun 20/920:15 -
1 stop25h 20m
Sun 27/912:59 -
1 stop24h 41m
Deal found 6/8£663
Fri 25/920:15 -
1 stop31h 35m
Sat 3/1008:35 -
1 stop29h 05m
Deal found 4/8£667
Wed 23/920:15 -
1 stop32h 35m
Sat 3/1006:00 -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 4/8£668
Thu 15/1020:15 -
2 stops32h 32m
Wed 21/1013:10 -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 2/8£669
Thu 10/920:15 -
2 stops32h 24m
Thu 24/915:00 -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 2/8£669
Wed 23/920:15 -
2 stops33h 11m
Sun 4/1017:00 -
1 stop20h 40m
Deal found 4/8£672
Sun 20/920:15 -
2 stops32h 09m
Sun 27/918:00 -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 5/8£679
Tue 6/1021:55 -
1 stop20h 41m
Wed 14/1014:41 -
2 stops22h 59m
Deal found 2/8£709
Sun 25/1021:20 -
2 stops26h 11m
Mon 16/1106:59 -
1 stop29h 11m
Deal found 5/8£713

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£652

One-way from

£471

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£779

Good round-trip deal

£3,743 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/9-17/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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4/9
  • 4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£50 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

20:15-19:40

1 stop29h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

15:10-19:40

1 stop22h 30m

£664

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

20:15-21:50

1 stop31h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

08:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

£667

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

20:15-22:03

2 stops31h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

08:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

£672

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

20:15-22:03

2 stops31h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/10

12:59-19:40

1 stop24h 41m

£672

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGA New York LaGuardia

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

20:15-23:26

2 stops33h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/10

17:00-19:40

1 stop20h 40m

£676

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

21:40-20:10

1 stop28h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/11

13:15-08:20

2 stops36h 05m

£717

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

09:50-08:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/11

15:00-08:20

1 stop34h 20m

£721

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

20:15-15:35

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

08:35-21:35

2 stops31h 00m

£725

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

18:50-11:55

1 stop24h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/11

12:50-22:25

1 stop26h 35m

£727

JohannesburgNew York

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/11

18:50-10:55

1 stop23h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/12

12:50-22:25

1 stop26h 35m

£727

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of £639). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of £779). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 7 August 2026.

The most flights from JNB to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York flights typically cost between £689 and £943 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £652 on Etihad Airways (14 Sept–17 Sept).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £572.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

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

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 35m.

How often are flights from Johannesburg to New York delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 393 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Airlines like Virgin Atlantic and Delta fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in about 25h 36m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 49m. There are 7974 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and New York. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways (£590), Etihad Airways (£594), and KLM (£632) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of £639). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in July is currently the most expensive (average of £779). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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