Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
New York – Johannesburg
Outbound – Nov 1, 2026
2 stops
24h 0m ABJ
ADD
Return – Nov 16, 2026
2 stops
27h 15m ADD
LFW
$1,205
yesterday
New York – Johannesburg
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
1 stop
23h 40m ADD
Return – Dec 19, 2026
1 stop
27h 15m ADD
$1,186
yesterday
New York – Johannesburg
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
2 stops
32h 25m DUB
AUH
Return – Dec 19, 2026
1 stop
20h 35m NBO
$1,337
yesterday
New York – Johannesburg
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
3 stops
29h 40m Return – Dec 19, 2026
1 stop
20h 35m NBO
$1,426
yesterday
* 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
$1042
Average price of a round trip
$1235
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
28h40
A flight from New York to Johannesbourg takes on average 28h40.
Best time
September
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Johannesbourg is September.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Johannesbourg
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Johannesbourg (South Africa) from New York (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is March, with an average flight ticket price of $926 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of September, January and March.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 14 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Ethiopian Airlines. A ticket from the airline Ethiopian Airlines to Johannesbourg costs on average $1072.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from New York to Johannesbourg
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $1042 to $1394
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $1235
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of March
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: September
info departure city :
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 a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In New York, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 19°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 25°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
destination info :
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 in the country South Africa, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Johannesbourg, it is currently {toLocalTime}, 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
Useful info about Johannesbourg
What is the least touristic period to go to Johannesbourg?
If you want to visit Johannesbourg during the least touristic period, choose the month of September.
What is the most popular time to travel to Johannesbourg?
In Johannesbourg, the most popular month is September. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from New York to Johannesbourg?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 14 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 3 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from New York to Johannesbourg is Tuesday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between New York and Johannesbourg?
When you leave, you can leave from John F. Kennedy, and you will arrive at O.R. Tambo.
How to reach New York airport from the city centre?
The airport John F. Kennedy is located 24 km, West 30th St. Heliport is located 4 km, LaGuardia is located 15 km, Skyports Spb. is located 4 km, East 34th St. Heliport is located 5 km, Downtown Manhattan Heliport is located 1 km or Teterboro is located 15 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 New York to Johannesbourg?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between New York and Johannesbourg?
In summer, the average temperature is 13°C in Johannesbourg and 24°C in New York. The average rainfall in summer is 6 mm in Johannesbourg and 134 mm in New York. 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.
