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$387+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York State

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JNB — JFK
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/261:15 amJNB - JFK
1 stop36h 20mKenya Airways
Mon 12/21:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop19h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/3$779
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/119:55 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/21:40 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop35h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/4$795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/57:40 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mDelta
Tue 11/1210:15 amEWR - JNB
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/3$796
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/47:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/175:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 11/47:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop25h 35mDelta
Sun 11/179:20 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop41h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/3$798
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/511:55 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops24h 28mDelta
Tue 11/1212:59 pmLGA - JNB
1 stop23h 01mDelta
Deal found 11/3$802
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1911:55 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops26h 40mKLM
Sun 3/301:00 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops26h 20mKLM
Deal found 11/3$806
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Sun 11/247:40 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/14:50 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$810
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/117:40 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop28h 30mAir France
Sat 11/306:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 55mAir France
Deal found 11/4$821
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/77:05 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/1312:10 amJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3$834
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 11/1311:00 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops27h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/269:15 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops23h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/4$835
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 11/47:40 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 00mAir France
Sun 11/174:50 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop33h 35mAir France
Deal found 11/3$837

Find flights from South Africa to New York within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/25

9:55 am-8:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

$387

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/4

5:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

$473

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/14

12:40 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$535

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/3

10:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$536

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/19

11:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$540

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/4

5:15 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$629

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/27

1:25 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$701

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/1

1:50 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 10m

$709

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/25

9:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop42h 15m

$717

Cape TownNew York

CPT - JFK

CPTJFK

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/27

12:35 pm-8:00 am

1 stop26h 25m

$760

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New York

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to State of New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 NY?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 November 4, 2024.

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

Rainfall in New York by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in State of New York 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 State of New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to State of New York, 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 New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Etihad Airways from South Africa to New York. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
874 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,540 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from South Africa to State of New York for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to State of New York for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just $761, but on average you can expect to pay $831.

  • Are there nonstop flights from South Africa to State of New York for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from South Africa to State of New York under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from South Africa to State of New York is less than $1,645.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to State of New York for under $800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from South Africa to State of New York within the next 7 days for less than $800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to State of New York one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $387. Users have also found prices from $473 and $535 on Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • What does JNB to JFK mean?

    This is defined as Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Codes like New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Buffalo Airport (BUF), Syracuse Hancock Intl Airport (SYR), Rochester Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New York that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to New York flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to New York with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to New York flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New York?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New York that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to New York offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to New York?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to New York flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to State of New York flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to State of New York flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to State of New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to State of New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to State of New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to New York

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to New York. 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$670Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$706Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$748Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$774Average$896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$838Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$858Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$867Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$898Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,076Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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