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Flight deals from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,727. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

New York.R 7,784 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,784, select.

New York.R 7,787 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,787, select.

New York.R 7,787 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,787, select.

New York.R 7,796 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,796, select.

New York.R 7,825 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,825, select.

New York.R 7,925 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,925, select.

New York.R 8,204 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 31 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,204, select.

New York.R 8,220 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,220, select.

New York.R 9,528 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Aug.One-way flight with South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 24 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,528, select.

New York.R 9,622 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,622, select.

New York.R 9,737 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,737, select.

New York.R 12,512 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,512, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy

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

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Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York John F. Kennedy.

Johannesburg to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 7,784
Cheapest month to fly	December

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy is R 12,553. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy. But we found flights with one stop from R 12,553.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy?

As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Thursday, 24 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg and New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to New York John F. Kennedy?

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 New York John F. Kennedy 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 New York?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy with?

The cheapest airline that flies to New York John F. Kennedy is Kenya Airways .

Flying from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know

New York is seven hours behind Johannesburg. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Johannesburg to JFK won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like April and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

Airports in Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to JFK departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Lanseria International Airport (HLA)

Using public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Johannesburg to JFK flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

About New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Reserve a hotel near JFK if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Getting from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

At the moment, R 7,784 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,553. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to JFK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Johannesburg to JFK.
Lock in a cheap flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Plan your visit to New York in December for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Johannesburg to JFK plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).

More about New York

After booking your flight from Johannesburg to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art are essential stops on your New York itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

You've seen New York, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 137 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to tick off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Baltimore, about 290 kilometres southwest of New York. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are among its highlights.