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Johannesburg.₹ 44,668 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 44,668, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 55,312 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 55,312, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 55,477 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 55,477, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 55,969 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 55,969, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 56,323 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 56,323, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 56,641 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 56,641, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 56,641 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 56,641, select.
Johannesburg.₹ 56,641 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 56,641, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from ₹ 44,668
May
from ₹ 55,969
Jun
from ₹ 81,181
Jul
from ₹ 77,064
Aug
from ₹ 55,477
Sep
from ₹ 56,641
Oct
from ₹ 56,641
Nov
from ₹ 55,312
Dec
from ₹ 56,641
Jan
from ₹ 67,630
Feb
from ₹ 58,276
Mar
from ₹ 56,323

New York John F. Kennedy to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

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

New York to Johannesburg: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found₹ 44,668
Cheapest month to flyApril

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

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is ₹ 73,239. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo. But we found flights with one or more stops from ₹ 73,239.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 O.R. Tambo 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.
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.
Currently, American Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JFK and JNB are:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter South Africa, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JFK to JNB.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is ₹ 44,668. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 73,239. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To pick up cheap flight tickets from JFK to JNB, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from JFK to JNB. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have fallen. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The journey from central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 48 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near JFK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport to the centre of Johannesburg takes around 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Johannesburg in February.

  • The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from JFK to JNB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Johannesburg

  • Start your Johannesburg trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from JFK to JNB, check out our accommodation options including:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are essential stops on your Johannesburg itinerary.

Complete your Johannesburg trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to O.R. Tambo International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Johannesburg escape.

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