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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from £389

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
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 1 July 2026.

Sun 20/1219:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 00m
British Airways
Mon 4/121:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 30/6£684
Thu 9/709:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6£713
Mon 27/709:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6£714
Mon 13/720:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 15m
Delta
Tue 28/708:49
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops28h 51m
Delta
Deal found 1/7£715
Mon 5/1021:55
JNB
-
LGA
1 stop20h 43m
Delta
Mon 12/1012:55
LGA
-
JNB
2 stops24h 45m
Delta
Deal found 30/6£717
Tue 28/720:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 52m
Delta
Sun 9/822:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 40m
Delta
Deal found 30/6£720
Sat 25/709:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/6£727
Sat 25/709:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/6£729
Mon 20/723:15
JNB
-
LGA
2 stops27h 14m
Delta
Sun 2/814:40
LGA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
Delta
Deal found 27/6£766
Tue 22/923:15
JNB
-
LGA
2 stops30h 20m
Delta
Mon 5/1009:25
LGA
-
JNB
2 stops28h 15m
Delta
Deal found 29/6£766
Wed 22/723:15
JNB
-
LGA
2 stops23h 15m
Delta
Sun 2/811:20
LGA
-
JNB
2 stops26h 20m
Delta
Deal found 30/6£768
Mon 13/719:25
JNB
-
LGA
2 stops29h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 27/717:59
LGA
-
JNB
2 stops31h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/7£785

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 1 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£684

One-way from

£389

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£761

Good round-trip deal

£825 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/12-4/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

09:45-16:00

1 stop36h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/8

22:20-08:20

1 stop28h 00m

£763

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

23:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/8

06:00-21:20

2 stops33h 20m

£805

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

19:35-16:50

2 stops28h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/1

19:10-10:25

1 stop32h 15m

£807

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

23:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

06:00-19:40

1 stop31h 40m

£818
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

23:15-16:30

2 stops23h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 26/7

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

£826

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

23:15-21:29

2 stops28h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 25/7

14:45-19:40

2 stops22h 55m

£826

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

23:15-16:30

2 stops23h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 28/7

14:40-19:40

2 stops23h 00m

£826

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/12

23:55-21:44

2 stops28h 49m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/1

10:10-19:00

1 stop25h 50m

£827

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

19:00-10:17

2 stops45h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 6/8

06:05-20:30

2 stops32h 25m

£832

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

19:00-23:15

2 stops34h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 7/8

19:28-11:05

2 stops57h 37m

£832

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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 £616). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,725). 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 1 July 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 1 July 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?

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 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.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £589.

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 80 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 Etihad Airways, Delta, and British Airways fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in about 26h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 55m. 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, Virgin Atlantic (£562), Etihad Airways (£579), and KLM (£643) 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 20% 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 £616). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,725). 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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