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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £518

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Wed 28/120:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/223:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1£642
Mon 16/321:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/323:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1£693
Mon 26/120:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1£751
Mon 26/120:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 29/108:20
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops41h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1£763
Thu 12/321:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/308:20
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops41h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1£766
Thu 26/321:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/422:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1£772
Sun 8/313:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 14/319:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/1£824
Mon 4/522:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/522:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1£833
Mon 16/320:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/319:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/1£837
Sun 8/311:05
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/317:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£848
Mon 2/320:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/310:15
JNB
-
JFK
3 stops39h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1£853
Tue 10/217:00
LGA
-
JNB
1 stop19h 00m
Delta
Wed 18/221:55
JNB
-
LGA
1 stop23h 49m
Delta
Deal found 26/1£986

Find flight deals from New York to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£693

One-way from

£518

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

£992
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/3-20/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 00m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

20:55-03:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

10:15-19:55

3 stops39h 40m

£853

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 27/5

22:00-03:55

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

£855

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/2

20:55-09:25

3 stops29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

£864

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 24/3

01:20-10:50

1 stop27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

18:00-11:00

1 stop23h 00m

£867

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/3

21:55-03:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

23:00-19:55

2 stops50h 55m

£869

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/3

11:20-15:25

1 stop22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

14:45-15:10

1 stop30h 25m

£882

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

09:59-08:20

2 stops40h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

09:50-16:00

1 stop36h 10m

£887

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

21:55-03:55

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

22:50-20:00

2 stops27h 10m

£893

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/3

11:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

14:45-09:20

1 stop24h 35m

£911

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/3

01:20-15:20

1 stop32h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-15:10

1 stop30h 25m

£911

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £363). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £828). 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 NYC to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 January 2026.

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

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Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as £987, Ethiopian Air can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York in 20h 40m. There are 7974 mi between New York and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to OR Tambo 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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £363). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £828). 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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