Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Johannesburg – New York
Outbound – Nov 8, 2026
1 stop
20h 35m NBO
Return – Nov 22, 2026
1 stop
19h 15m NBO
$839
2 days ago
Johannesburg – New York
Outbound – Mar 16, 2027
1 stop
20h 35m NBO
Return – Mar 29, 2027
1 stop
20h 5m NBO
$866
today
Johannesburg – New York
Outbound – Nov 6, 2026
1 stop
22h 1m AMS
Return – Nov 22, 2026
1 stop
20h 30m AMS
$960
2 days ago
Johannesburg – New York
Outbound – Nov 6, 2026
1 stop
21h 1m AMS
Return – Nov 22, 2026
1 stop
20h 30m AMS
$959
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$778
Average price of a round trip
$931
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
28h29
A flight from Johannesbourg to New York takes on average 28h29.
Best time
October
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to New York is October.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesbourg to New York
Check out our tips for booking your flight to New York (USA) from Johannesbourg (South Africa) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $886 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, November and August.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 49 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Kenya Airways. A ticket from the airline Kenya Airways to New York costs on average $872.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
info departure city :
Johannesbourg, South Africa
airports :
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Rand Airport (QRA)
Grand Central Airport (GCJ)
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
local time :
Johannesbourg is a city in the country South Africa, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Johannesbourg, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 26°C, with a minimum of 21°C and a maximum of 31°C.
The city of Johannesbourg has 4 airport(s): O.R. Tambo, Rand, Grand Central and Lanseria
destination info :
New York, USA
airports :
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
West 30th St. Heliport (JRA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Skyports Spb. (QNY)
East 34th St. Heliport (TSS)
Downtown Manhattan Heliport (JRB)
Teterboro Airport (TEB)
local time :
New York is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In New York, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 17°C, with a minimum of 14°C and a maximum of 20°C.
The city of New York (NYC) has 7 airport(s): John F. Kennedy, West 30th St. Heliport, LaGuardia, Skyports Spb., East 34th St. Heliport, Downtown Manhattan Heliport and Teterboro
Useful info about New York
What is the least touristic period to go to New York?
If you want to visit New York during the least touristic period, choose the month of October.
What is the most popular time to travel to New York?
In New York, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Johannesbourg to New York?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 49 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 8 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 16% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Johannesbourg to New York is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Johannesbourg and New York?
When you leave, you can leave from O.R. Tambo, and you will arrive at Newark Liberty or John F. Kennedy.
How to reach Johannesbourg airport from the city centre?
The airport O.R. Tambo is located 20 km, Rand is located 12 km, Grand Central is located 22 km or Lanseria is located 28 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Johannesbourg to New York?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Johannesbourg and New York?
In summer, the average temperature is 24°C in New York and 13°C in Johannesbourg. The average rainfall in summer is 134 mm in New York and 6 mm in Johannesbourg. In summer, it is warmer in New York and it rains less in Johannesbourg. In winter, it is colder in Johannesbourg and it rains more in Johannesbourg.
