Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Tue., 12 Aug. - Tue., 9 Sep.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,468 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,468
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue., 12 Aug. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Tue., 9 Sep., priced at AU$1,468 found 4 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat., 3 May - Sat., 10 May
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,658 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,658
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat., 3 May from New York to Johannesburg, returning Sat., 10 May, priced at AU$1,658 found 4 days ago
Kenya Airways
Mon., 15 Sep. - Mon., 22 Sep.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,918 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,918
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon., 15 Sep. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon., 22 Sep., priced at AU$1,918 found 2 days ago
Egyptair
Wed., 1 Oct. - Fri., 31 Oct.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,932 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$1,932
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Egyptair flight, departing Wed., 1 Oct. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Fri., 31 Oct., priced at AU$1,932 found 1 day ago
Etihad Airways
Sat., 19 Apr. - Mon., 5 May
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,990 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$1,990
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat., 19 Apr. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon., 5 May, priced at AU$1,990 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Sun., 7 Sep. - Mon., 15 Sep.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,014 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$2,014
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun., 7 Sep. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon., 15 Sep., priced at AU$2,014 found 3 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sat., 19 Apr. - Mon., 5 May
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,083 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$2,083
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sat., 19 Apr. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon., 5 May, priced at AU$2,083 found 4 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Wed., 1 Oct. - Fri., 31 Oct.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,267 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$2,267
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed., 1 Oct. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Fri., 31 Oct., priced at AU$2,267 found 1 day ago
Brussels Airlines
Sun., 7 Sep. - Mon., 15 Sep.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,304 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$2,304
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Sun., 7 Sep. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon., 15 Sep., priced at AU$2,304 found 3 days ago
Delta
Wed., 1 Oct. - Fri., 31 Oct.
JFK
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,322 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$2,322
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed., 1 Oct. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Fri., 31 Oct., priced at AU$2,322 found 1 day ago
Flight from New York to Johannesburg route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Condor, Delta, Egyptair, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
AU$1,468
Distance
12755 km

Your quick guide to flights from New York to Johannesburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JFK Airport to JNB?
Round-trip flights between JFK and JNB start from AU$1,468. This figure is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from JFK to JNB?
Every airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your holiday, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from JFK to JNB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to JNB flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JFK to JNB?
You’ll have 12 800 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Jamaica to Kempton Park route. Wear comfortable clothes and consider taking a sleep mask and earplugs.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to JNB?
At the moment, no airlines offer flights directly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). You’ll need to book a flight with one or more stops. To get the best price and connections, lock in your airfare well ahead of time.
Are JFK Airport to Johannesburg Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to JNB last minute could save you some serious cash. However, it might cost you a whole lot more! If you’d rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to a year in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn’t released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.
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