£512 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB)

You can find one-way and return flights from JFK to JNB with Expedia. Flight prices vary based on the month and day of the week you want to travel, as well as the airline and how far in advance you book your ticket. Filter your search on Expedia by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest fares first, and use the Price Tracking tool to receive alerts when JFK to JNB ticket fares go up or down.

February is typically the cheapest month to fly from New York, NY (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB), with average return fares around £763. February often sees lower prices because it falls outside of peak holiday travel seasons, when demand tends to decrease. Other budget-friendly months to consider for this route include January and March.

Enter JFK to JNB and your travel dates, then apply the 'Nonstop' filter to see only direct flights.

To find a cheap flight from New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.

The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience.

While there are no direct flights from New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), you'll find approximately 104 connecting flights per day. Some common connection points include Heathrow (LHR), Frankfurt Intl. (FRA), and Dubai Intl. (DXB).

Sort flights by "Departure (earliest)" on Expedia to find the earliest flight from New York, NY (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB). To compare more early flights, use the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.

You'll typically find the most flights from New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) on a Wednesday, with around 76 flights available. This gives you a good selection of options for your journey. Major airlines on this route include Delta, British Airways, and Qatar Airways. While Wednesday has the most flights, the number of flights is fairly consistent throughout the week, so you'll have plenty of choices on other days too.

The most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. (JFK) to O.R. Tambo Intl. (JNB) are in the late evening, from 9pm to midnight. Many major carriers, including Emirates, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, offer flights during this window. Many travellers prefer these times because you can make the most of your day in New York before your evening flight, and you'll arrive in Johannesburg in the morning, ready to start your day.

A flight from JFK to JNB with a layover takes around 20 hours 20 minutes, with the route covering approximately 12,831 kilometers. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.

You can fly business class or first class between JFK and JNB. Airlines that offer business class service on this route include:

• Aer Lingus
• Air Canada
• Air Europa
• Air France
• American Airlines
• Austrian Airlines
• British Airways
• Brussels Airlines
• Cathay Pacific
• Condor
• Delta
• Egyptair
• Emirates
• Ethiopian Airlines
• Etihad Airways
• Finnair
• Iberia
• Kenya Airways
• KLM
• LATAM Airlines Group
• Lufthansa
• Qatar Airways
• Singapore Airlines
• Swiss International Air Lines
• TAP Portugal
• Turkish Airlines
• Virgin Atlantic

First class cabins are available on American Airlines, British Airways, Emirates, Lufthansa, and Swiss International Air Lines.

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Typically, booking a last minute flight from New York, NY (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.

Securing a New York, NY (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.

If you booked your New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.