What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to South Africa?

Condor, Norse Atlantic UK, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?

Prices for flights from New York to South Africa are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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20:55 - 03:55JFK-JNB

24h 00m2 stops

23:00 - 18:55JNB-JFK

26h 55m2 stops

£773Ethiopian Air

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Sat, 15 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov

12:45 - 10:55JFK-JNB

39h 10m1 stop

17:00 - 06:35JNB-JFK

20h 35m1 stop

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14:25 - 08:20JFK-JNB

34h 55m1 stop

09:50 - 08:40JNB-JFK

29h 50m1 stop

£787Etihad Airways

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15:45 - 08:20JFK-JNB

34h 35m1 stop

09:50 - 09:00JNB-JFK

29h 10m1 stop

£790Etihad Airways

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23:20 - 08:05JFK-CPT

25h 45m1 stop

18:55 - 17:15CPT-JFK

29h 20m1 stop

£790British Airways

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18:20 - 22:00JFK-CPT

21h 40m1 stop

23:55 - 15:55CPT-JFK

22h 00m1 stop

£800Norse Atlantic UK

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18:20 - 22:00JFK-CPT

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12:30 - 15:55CPT-JFK

34h 25m1 stop

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15:20 - 03:55JFK-JNB

29h 35m2 stops

03:10 - 15:00JNB-JFK

42h 50m2 stops

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21:35 - 08:05JFK-CPT

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18:55 - 17:15CPT-JFK

29h 20m1 stop

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01:20 - 16:10JFK-JNB

32h 50m1 stop

20:25 - 22:30JNB-JFK

32h 05m1 stop

£897Qatar Airways

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Kenya Airways flights from New York to South Africa

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19 Nov

JFK12:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

6 Dec

JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK06:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

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19 Nov

JFK12:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

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JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

5 Dec

JNB01:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m

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JFK06:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

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19 Nov

JFK12:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

JNB10:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

5 Dec

JNB01:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 00m

1 stop

JFK06:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

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28 Sept

LGA18:00New York LaGuardia

19h 40m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

14 Oct

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 18m

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LGA19:13New York LaGuardia

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3 Oct

LGA19:00New York LaGuardia

18h 40m

1 stop

JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

11 Oct

JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 47m

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LGA22:42New York LaGuardia

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6 Oct

LGA18:00New York LaGuardia

19h 40m

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JNB19:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

22 Oct

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 26m

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20:55-03:55

2 stops24h 00m

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Tue 25/11

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

£773

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JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/11

12:45-10:55

1 stop39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

17:00-06:35

1 stop20h 35m

£779

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/2

14:25-08:20

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

09:50-08:40

1 stop29h 50m

£787

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/10

15:45-08:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

09:50-09:00

1 stop29h 10m

£790

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

23:20-08:05

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

18:55-17:15

1 stop29h 20m

£790

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/10

18:20-22:00

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/10

23:55-15:55

1 stop22h 00m

£800

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 15/10

18:20-22:00

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

12:30-15:55

1 stop34h 25m

£803

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JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/11

15:20-03:55

2 stops29h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/12

03:10-15:00

2 stops42h 50m

£804

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

21:35-08:05

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

18:55-17:15

1 stop29h 20m

£827

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 28/9

01:20-16:10

1 stop32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

20:25-22:30

1 stop32h 05m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from New York to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £812. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of April, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £865.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to South Africa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £893. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to South Africa for around £1,274.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning. Flights from New York to South Africa during this time can be as low as £940. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around £1,233.

What is the cheapest New York to South Africa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around £943 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from New York for as low as £722 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to South Africa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to South Africa flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?
Prices for flights from New York to South Africa are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (98.08% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (1.10%), Airbus A350-900 (0.55%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (0.27%).

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We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from New York to South Africa for you.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to South Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to South Africa. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £893. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to South Africa for around £1,274.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to South Africa is in the morning. Flights from New York to South Africa during this time can be as low as £940. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around £1,233.

What is the cheapest New York to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Newark to Cape Town Intl for the best New York - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

What cabin class options are available on New York to South Africa flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to South Africa?

Condor, Norse Atlantic UK, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

Cheap New York to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to South Africa

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to South Africa?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

What is the most popular plane model from New York to South Africa?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to South Africa?

Can I find flights from New York to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to South Africa?

I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to South Africa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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