Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from £477

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in February or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£587

One-way from

£477

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£780

Good round-trip deal

£695 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£18 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York (NYC).

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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 29 August 2025.

Sat 1/1109:50JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 16/1114:25JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/8£587
Fri 26/920:40JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 3/1013:30JFK - JNB
1 stop24h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/8£605
Sun 21/920:40JNB - JFK
2 stops31h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 29/915:29JFK - JNB
1 stop22h 11mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 27/8£609
Mon 22/920:40JNB - JFK
2 stops28h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 29/917:34JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/8£610
Thu 11/920:40JNB - LGA
2 stops29h 26mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 24/918:00LGA - JNB
1 stop19h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 28/8£610
Mon 8/921:55JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/913:30JFK - JNB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£614
Mon 8/921:55JNB - LGA
1 stop25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/916:00LGA - JNB
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8£614
Fri 26/920:40JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 20mDelta
Fri 3/1023:25JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/8£615
Mon 29/920:40JNB - JFK
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Mon 6/1008:10JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Deal found 29/8£619
Sun 7/921:55JNB - JFK
1 stop27h 40mDelta
Sat 4/1008:10JFK - JNB
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Deal found 28/8£620
Mon 29/920:40JNB - JFK
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Tue 14/1022:45JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/8£621
Sun 7/921:55JNB - LGA
1 stop21h 49mDelta
Sat 4/1019:00LGA - JNB
1 stop18h 40mDelta
Deal found 28/8£621

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OR Tambo

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

09:50-16:15

1 stop36h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/11

14:25-08:20

1 stop34h 55m

£587

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

20:40-16:00

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/10

13:30-19:40

1 stop24h 10m

£605

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

20:40-22:23

2 stops31h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 29/9

15:29-19:40

1 stop22h 11m

£609

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

01:25-07:35

1 stop36h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/10

13:45-00:25

1 stop28h 40m

£610

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

20:40-18:45

2 stops28h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 29/9

17:34-19:40

1 stop20h 06m

£610

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

20:40-19:15

2 stops28h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 29/9

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

£610

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/9

20:40-15:25

2 stops24h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 24/9

15:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

£610

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

20:40-20:06

2 stops29h 26m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 24/9

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

£610

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:55-19:35

1 stop27h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/9

15:29-21:35

2 stops24h 06m

£614

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

21:55-14:41

1 stop22h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 15/9

13:30-21:35

2 stops26h 05m

£614

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

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 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of £500). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 29 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

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

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.

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 26% 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.

Zurich (ZRH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £557.

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 38m.

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 Nairobi (NBO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 15m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York, such as United Airlines and Kenya Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!

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

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Virgin Atlantic, and Kenya Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in about 25h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 05m. There are 7967 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, Etihad Airways (£559), Kenya Airways (£581), and Virgin Atlantic (£584) 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 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of £500). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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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