Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
New York is six hours behind Johannesburg and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Your JNB to JFK flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between JNB and JFK include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Currently, R 8,008 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,194. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from JNB to JFK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JNB to JFK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of the departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JNB to JFK sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without visiting Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.