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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from £468

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in February or March, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£612

One-way from

£468

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£732

Good round-trip deal

£696 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 10/7-23/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 10m 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. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 13 June 2025.

Thu 10/721:55JNB - JFK
1 stop33h 21mDelta
Wed 23/711:31JFK - JNB
2 stops26h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/6£612
Thu 10/721:55JNB - LGA
1 stop19h 51mDelta
Wed 23/712:56LGA - JNB
2 stops24h 44mDelta
Deal found 11/6£612
Sun 20/709:50JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 15/815:45JFK - JNB
1 stop34h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/6£617
Mon 8/917:55JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 20/1000:35JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/6£640
Thu 12/618:50JNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/617:30JFK - JNB
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£640
Thu 10/720:40JNB - JFK
1 stop28h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/820:30JFK - JNB
1 stop31h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/6£642
Sun 6/717:00JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 23/713:45JFK - JNB
1 stop28h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/6£653
Tue 24/619:00JNB - LGA
2 stops44h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 16/710:15LGA - JNB
2 stops40h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6£673
Tue 4/1122:50JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 15/1121:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/6£683
Tue 4/1116:40JNB - JFK
2 stops55h 00mSWISS
Sun 16/1120:55JFK - JNB
1 stop30h 15mSWISS
Deal found 11/6£698
Wed 18/619:25JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 24/607:50JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/6£705
Wed 23/719:00JNB - JFK
2 stops31h 05mAustrian Airlines
Thu 21/821:45JFK - JNB
2 stops28h 50mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/6£712

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

21:55-01:16

1 stop33h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/7

11:31-19:40

2 stops26h 09m

£612

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

21:55-12:44

1 stop20h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 22/7

13:59-19:40

1 stop23h 41m

£612

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/7

09:50-09:00

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 15/8

15:45-08:20

1 stop34h 35m

£617

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

17:55-17:55

1 stop30h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/10

00:35-10:35

1 stop28h 00m

£640

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

20:40-19:30

1 stop28h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/8

20:30-10:20

1 stop31h 50m

£642

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

17:00-20:00

3 stops33h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/7

22:00-03:55

2 stops23h 55m

£642

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

17:00-16:45

1 stop29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/7

13:45-00:25

1 stop28h 40m

£653

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

19:00-09:32

2 stops44h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 16/7

10:15-08:35

2 stops40h 20m

£673

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

22:50-19:00

2 stops27h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/11

21:00-03:55

2 stops23h 55m

£683

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

16:40-13:05

2 stops51h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/11

20:55-10:10

1 stop30h 15m

£698

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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

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 9 June 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 75 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 13 June 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 41% on airfare.

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 13 June 2025.

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).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and Austrian Airlines from Johannesburg to New York. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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

    According to our current data, Delta (£612), Etihad Airways (£617), and Turkish Airlines (£640) 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 12% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £468. RwandAir flights start at £486 while deals on Qatar Airways start at £509 one-way.

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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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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£570Average£608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£603Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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