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$474+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York State

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JNB — JFK
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from South Africa (ZA0) to New York (USNY). 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 enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$735
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$474
(Kenya Airways)
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New York
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 enero 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/47:50 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
mar. 2/186:45 pmEWR - CPT
1 stop20h 10mSWISS
Deal found 1/21$735
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/511:55 pmCPT - EWR
2 stops40h 07mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/188:50 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$760
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
jue. 1/303:20 pmDUR - EWR
2 stops36h 10mSWISS
dom. 2/910:05 pmEWR - DUR
2 stops33h 45mSWISS
Deal found 1/19$769
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 2/26:05 amCPT - EWR
2 stops44h 00mLufthansa
dom. 3/28:50 pmEWR - CPT
2 stops32h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$789
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/106:50 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops32h 35mDelta
jue. 4/2411:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop26h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/21$793
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 4/225:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
mar. 5/61:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop38h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/20$795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/49:55 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops24h 56mDelta
lun. 11/174:00 pmLGA - JNB
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/21$795
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/131:50 pmCPT - EWR
1 stop25h 10mEthiopian Air
mié. 3/1911:00 amEWR - CPT
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/21$796
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 4/155:50 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
lun. 4/2812:25 amEWR - JNB
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$812
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 2/257:10 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop34h 05mTurkish Airlines
mié. 3/58:05 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$812
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
vie. 1/3111:55 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops25h 50mSWISS
vie. 2/710:00 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops29h 25mSWISS
Deal found 1/20$813
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/2311:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/58:45 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$814

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

mar. 2/4

7:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Newark

mar. 2/18

6:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$735

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

mié. 2/5

11:55 pm-9:02 am

2 stops40h 07m

Newark

mar. 2/18

8:50 pm-11:35 am

2 stops31h 45m

$760

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

dom. 2/2

6:05 am-7:05 pm

2 stops44h 00m

Newark

dom. 3/2

8:50 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$789

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 4/10

6:50 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops32h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 4/24

11:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$793

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 4/22

1:15 am-7:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 4/30

1:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop28h 30m

$795

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/13

1:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 10m

Newark

mié. 3/19

11:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$796

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 4/15

5:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Newark

lun. 4/28

12:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 10m

$812

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 2/25

7:10 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop34h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 3/4

12:10 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 40m

$812

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 1/31

11:55 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Newark

vie. 2/7

10:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops29h 25m

$813

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/3

7:35 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Newark

lun. 2/10

6:55 am-9:35 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$815

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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 $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 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 enero 21, 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 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 enero 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Qatar Airways and Delta from South Africa to New York. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,360 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $474. Users have also found prices from $480 and $490 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • 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.

  • 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 $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 New York

Discover the top 8 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$667Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$685Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$757Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$788Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$847Average$971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$912Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,096Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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