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$444+ Cheap flights from South Africa to New York, NY (NYC)

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Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New York flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$773
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$444
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$862

Good round-trip deal

$1,048 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,168 or less
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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 March 28, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/110:55 amJNB - JFK
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/910:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$772
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/79:50 amJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 4/1610:40 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/27$773
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Thu 4/35:00 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 4/71:45 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/28$774
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 6/116:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop29h 55mAir France
Tue 6/171:00 amJFK - JNB
1 stop25h 30mAir France
Deal found 3/27$814
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/156:50 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop28h 25mDelta
Wed 5/2810:30 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop28h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/27$817
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 6/811:15 pmJNB - LGA
2 stops23h 09mDelta
Tue 6/173:00 pmLGA - JNB
2 stops24h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/26$823
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 10/3010:50 pmJNB - JFK
2 stops27h 10mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/49:00 pmJFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/27$843
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Wed 5/75:55 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop34h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/1712:30 amEWR - JNB
1 stop28h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/26$848
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/97:35 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop30h 35mSWISS
Wed 4/169:50 pmEWR - JNB
1 stop29h 30mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$850
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Thu 10/302:30 pmJNB - EWR
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/1910:00 amEWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/26$854
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Mon 5/55:55 pmJNB - JFK
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/1312:50 pmJFK - JNB
1 stop39h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$858
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Thu 6/56:50 pmJNB - EWR
1 stop26h 10mAir France
Thu 3/54:50 pmEWR - JNB
2 stops22h 10mAir France
Deal found 3/26$864

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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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/7

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop29h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/16

10:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop27h 40m

$773

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

12:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop25h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/24

1:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop28h 30m

$774

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/11

6:50 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop29h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 6/17

1:00 am-8:30 am

1 stop25h 30m

$814

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/15

6:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop28h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/28

10:30 pm-8:30 am

1 stop28h 00m

$817

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/19

8:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops65h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/26

10:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

$818

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

7:35 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop30h 35m

Newark

Wed 4/16

9:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop29h 30m

$850

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

5:55 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Newark

Sun 5/11

12:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop28h 05m

$852

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

5:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop23h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/13

12:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop39h 45m

$858

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

8:40 pm-12:51 am

2 stops34h 11m

Newark

Wed 4/16

7:17 pm-10:20 am

2 stops33h 03m

$874

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

8:40 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops31h 16m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/15

9:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

$874

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New York

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to 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 NYC?

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 March 28, 2025.

When flying from South Africa to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Africa to New York. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to New York flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 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 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 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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Delta from South Africa to New York by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $444. Users have also found prices from $472 and $563 on Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to New York?

    Most travelers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Newark, Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from South Africa to New York.

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New York (average of $236). Flying from South Africa to 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to New York

Discover the top 10 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$667Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$711Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$770Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$775Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$788Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$797Average$865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$846Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$874Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$918Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,009Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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