John F Kennedy Intl

$470+ Cheap flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl flight deals. Data was last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$772
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$474
(Kenya Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$841
From South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

Cheapest flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/221:15 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
dom. 4/61:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$772
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/311:00 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
lun. 3/109:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$774
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/112:35 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/179:55 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$778
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/209:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop27h 24mDelta
jue. 3/138:30 amJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/19$790
This flightsite.co.za deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 flightsite.co.za is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/2211:15 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 35mKLM
mié. 5/2812:50 amJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 30mKLM
Deal found 2/20$815
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/166:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 50mVirgin Atlantic
vie. 9/2611:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop29h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/20$829
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/105:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 50mTurkish Airlines
dom. 4/1312:35 amJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$841
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/157:00 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/259:50 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$862
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/68:25 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops25h 15mSWISS
mié. 3/1910:00 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop30h 25mSWISS
Deal found 2/20$867
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/162:35 pmCPT - JFK
2 stops23h 00mKenya Airways
mié. 4/231:45 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop26h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/20$875
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/201:20 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop39h 10mQatar Airways
mié. 3/261:30 amJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$878
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/36:30 pmCPT - JFK
1 stop26h 25mUnited Airlines
dom. 3/1611:10 pmJFK - CPT
1 stop29h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$882

Find flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 3/22

1:15 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 4/6

1:45 pm-10:55 am

1 stop39h 10m

$772

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/3

11:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 3/13

9:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

$774

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/11

2:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops35h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/17

9:55 pm-3:55 am

2 stops24h 00m

$778

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/17

7:40 pm-11:40 am

1 stop22h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/31

8:20 pm-8:30 am

2 stops30h 10m

$797

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 5/22

11:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 5/28

12:50 am-9:20 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$815

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 4/1

6:55 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 4/9

11:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop29h 15m

$832

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 4/10

5:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop34h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 4/13

12:35 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 00m

$841

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

jue. 5/15

7:00 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 5/25

9:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop29h 40m

$862

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 3/6

8:25 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 3/19

10:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 25m

$867

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

mié. 4/16

2:35 pm-7:35 am

2 stops23h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 4/23

1:45 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$875

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Deals found on 2/19

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 ZA to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport as you normally would.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Delta from South Africa to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $474 on Kenya Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $550 and Turkish Airlines from $633 one-way.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$667Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$689Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$771Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$785Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$875Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$918Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,099Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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