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$689+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Johannesburg

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The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg are usually found in April or November, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$1,119
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$689
(Egyptair)
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/241:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Tue 11/265:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,127
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/18:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/1711:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,130
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3012:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/95:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/68:05 amJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 12/87:25 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,176
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:30 amJFK - JNB
1 stop30h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 12/118:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop37h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,374
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2312:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEgyptair
Sun 12/19:45 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop43h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 11/19$1,421
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3012:10 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/87:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,443
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:40 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 12/139:55 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,461
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/201:30 amJFK - JNB
2 stops41h 50mRwandAir
Wed 12/44:50 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 11/19$1,476
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/49:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop30h 25mSWISS
Thu 12/128:25 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop27h 15mSWISS
Deal found 11/21$1,496
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/59:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir France
Sun 12/157:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop27h 30mAir France
Deal found 11/21$1,511
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:20 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops29h 05mEmirates
Sun 12/16:50 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops31h 05mEmirates
Deal found 11/20$1,540

Find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/30

12:35 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/26

5:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,115

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/11

9:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/19

8:20 am-7:55 pm

2 stops41h 35m

$1,116

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/11

1:45 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/20

12:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,117

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/12

12:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/18

1:15 am-6:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

$1,119

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/1

8:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/20

9:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$1,173

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/18

9:30 pm-7:15 am

1 stop27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/1

9:05 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,203

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/8

1:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/16

1:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 25m

$1,248

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - HLA

JFKHLA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/20

12:10 am-5:15 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 1/27

12:05 pm-11:15 am

2 stops30h 10m

$1,369

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/25

12:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop35h 25m

$689

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/5

12:15 am-10:25 am

2 stops27h 10m

$693

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,183). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 JFK to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air from New York to Johannesburg. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
3,489 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.6
Good
804 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.6
Good
1,636 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($1,121), Kenya Airways ($1,122), and Ethiopian Air ($1,125) offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    $689 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from $732 and $738, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg (average of $1,183). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$609Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$770Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$828Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,170Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,172Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,200Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,250Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
KLMCheapest$1,297Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,349Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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