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Flight deals from New York Newark to Johannesburg

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Johannesburg? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 17,458. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.R 10,520 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,520, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,714 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,714, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,724 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,724, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,875 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,875, select.

Johannesburg.R 10,921 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,921, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,277 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,277, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,819 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,819, select.

Johannesburg.R 11,909 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,909, select.

Johannesburg.R 12,775 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,775, select.

Johannesburg.R 13,533 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 15 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,533, select.

Johannesburg.R 13,744 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,744, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,014 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,014, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,036 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,036, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,036 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,036, select.

Johannesburg.R 16,960 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Jul.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 3 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,960, select.

Johannesburg.R 18,303 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,303, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Direct flights from New York Newark to Johannesburg

Alternative New York Newark to Johannesburg routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York Newark to Johannesburg? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

22km from central Johannesburg

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from R 10,520

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Lanseria

32km from central Johannesburg

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New York to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 10,520
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	14 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	16

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.

How much are return flights from New York Newark to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Johannesburg is R 17,458. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York Newark to Johannesburg?

14 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Johannesburg.

Which airlines fly direct from New York Newark to Johannesburg?

United flies direct from New York Newark to Johannesburg.

How many flights are there a week from New York Newark to Johannesburg?

As of August 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Johannesburg.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York Newark to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Johannesburg is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from New York Newark Airport, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from R 17,458.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Johannesburg on Thursday, 10 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 50 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York Newark Airport to Johannesburg?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York Newark Airport to Johannesburg with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg.

Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Johannesburg: what you need to know

Around 16 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is seven hours ahead of New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located. Johannesburg follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to choose from. You can fly from EWR to JNB at 20:40 with United Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your EWR to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Start your trip at EWR and travel nonstop to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg tickets.
Check out the offers from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from EWR to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of New York, EWR can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
71% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Johannesburg

R 10,520 is currently the best price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 17,458. These prices may change based on demand.
To secure cheap flights from EWR to Johannesburg, book your trip six months before your planned departure.
November is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EWR to Johannesburg by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find a cheap flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JNB if you're coming in on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EWR to Johannesburg.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Central Johannesburg is about 40 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). After your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to HLA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your EWR to Johannesburg flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from HLA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Johannesburg

April is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg. To avoid the crowds, head to Johannesburg in December.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
July has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EWR to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Johannesburg

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Johannesburg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Johannesburg:
Nelson Mandela Statue and Apartheid Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Johannesburg must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Top of Africa.

Explore more of South Africa

Johannesburg is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres southeast of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Around 370 kilometres southwest of Johannesburg, Bloemfontein is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Naval Hill Planetarium, Naval Hill Nature Reserve and Kings Park Rose Garden.