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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York from £418

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NYC
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to New York are usually found in May or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to New York (NYC). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£650

One-way from

£418

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£782
Delta
  • Delta
  • 27/5-16/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
4/2
  • 4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to New York
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Tue 27/518:50JNB - JFK
1 stop28h 10mDelta
Mon 16/617:00JFK - JNB
2 stops22h 20mDelta
Deal found 16/1£650
Tue 21/123:55JNB - LGA
2 stops27h 37mDelta
Fri 31/116:00LGA - JNB
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Deal found 16/1£651
Mon 27/119:35JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 05mLufthansa
Tue 4/217:30JFK - JNB
1 stop30h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 15/1£655
Fri 11/409:55JNB - JFK
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Mon 5/515:30JFK - JNB
1 stop35h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/1£657
Thu 30/119:35JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 20mBrussels Airlines
Sun 9/218:25JFK - JNB
2 stops32h 05mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 15/1£664
Sun 2/223:55JNB - JFK
2 stops45h 45mSWISS
Sun 16/219:45JFK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mSWISS
Deal found 16/1£665
Thu 16/119:40JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 30mAir France
Sun 16/219:01JFK - JNB
2 stops31h 24mAir France
Deal found 16/1£684
Tue 25/219:10JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 4/300:10JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1£695
Wed 26/323:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 17/421:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1£700
Mon 10/219:35JNB - LGA
2 stops29h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/220:40LGA - JNB
2 stops53h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1£712
Mon 10/219:35JNB - JFK
2 stops32h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 17/216:25JFK - JNB
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1£718
Fri 30/523:15JNB - JFK
1 stop25h 50mKLM
Thu 19/617:30JFK - JNB
1 stop21h 50mKLM
Deal found 17/1£721

Find flights from OR Tambo to New York within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

18:50-17:00

1 stop28h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/6

17:00-21:20

2 stops22h 20m

£650

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

23:55-17:28

2 stops24h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 18/3

16:00-22:00

2 stops24h 00m

£652

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/1

19:35-15:40

2 stops27h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/2

17:30-07:05

1 stop30h 35m

£655

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/4

09:55-09:10

1 stop29h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

15:30-08:35

1 stop35h 05m

£657

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

19:35-13:55

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/2

18:25-09:30

2 stops32h 05m

£664

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/2

23:55-14:40

2 stops45h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/2

19:45-21:35

2 stops42h 50m

£665

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/2

19:10-18:10

1 stop30h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/3

00:10-10:50

1 stop27h 40m

£695

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/3

23:00-19:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 17/4

21:55-03:55

2 stops24h 00m

£700

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

19:35-17:38

2 stops29h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 17/2

20:40-09:30

2 stops53h 50m

£712

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

18:55-18:40

2 stops29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/5

23:59-10:15

1 stop28h 16m

£714

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to New York

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to New York

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to New York. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of £500). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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 JNB to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 17 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines from Johannesburg to New York. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta (£650), Lufthansa (£655), and Etihad Airways (£657) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York for 11% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with JetBlue, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £544. Air Côte d’Ivoire flights start at £570 while deals on Emirates start at £574 one-way.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York (average of £500). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of £667). 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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