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Cheap flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £470

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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — JNB
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New York to OR Tambo

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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 23 July 2026.

Wed 14/1011:20
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops41h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 21/1014:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/7£889
Mon 21/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 4/1001:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/7£892
Thu 1/1022:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 22/1018:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Air Europa
Deal found 21/7£910
Sat 5/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sat 12/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/7£916
Sun 22/1122:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 26/1119:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 55m
Air Europa
Deal found 18/7£917
Mon 28/901:20
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops49h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/1014:05
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7£934
Thu 22/1022:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Air Europa
Tue 3/1119:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 55m
Air Europa
Deal found 21/7£935
Wed 21/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/1122:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/7£938
Wed 23/922:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 20/1022:50
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/7£939
Thu 1/1022:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 45m
Air Europa
Thu 8/1018:55
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Air Europa
Deal found 22/7£955
Sat 5/919:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops47h 15m
SAUDIA
Sat 12/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops32h 35m
SAUDIA
Deal found 21/7£958
Mon 21/919:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
SAUDIA
Sun 4/1001:15
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops43h 30m
SAUDIA
Deal found 18/7£961

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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£889

One-way from

£470

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

£1,290
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 14/10-21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 72h 45m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 23/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 45m total
  • New York to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to OR Tambo 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 23 July 2026.
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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

01:15-14:45

2 stops43h 30m

£961

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/10

01:20-09:40

2 stops26h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

13:30-10:55

2 stops52h 25m

£997

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

22:00-04:00

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

20:55-15:10

1 stop24h 15m

£1,013

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/11

10:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/12

13:45-08:10

1 stop25h 25m

£1,013

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 23/8

19:00-00:15

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

12:10-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

£1,034

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

11:20-02:20

2 stops33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

17:45-15:10

2 stops27h 25m

£1,040

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/11

12:50-09:40

2 stops37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

13:30-18:20

2 stops35h 50m

£1,050

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

23:00-20:35

1 stop39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

£1,054

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/9

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

13:30-18:55

2 stops35h 25m

£1,054

New YorkJohannesburg

LGA - JNB

LGAJNB

New York LaGuardia

Mon 21/9

19:12-04:00

2 stops26h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/10

20:55-21:57

2 stops31h 02m

£1,221

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £968). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,314). 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 23 July 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.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to OR Tambo. 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 23 July 2026.

The most flights from NYC to JNB 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 New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

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

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

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

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

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

Nairobi (NBO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £797.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 05m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 1h 40m.

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

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

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

    For as low as £1,013, SAUDIA can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from New York in 24h. There are 7967 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.

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

    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £968). Flying from New York to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,314). 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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