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Cheap flights from New York to South Africa from £406

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to South Africa departing on 3/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:00 - 17:50
JFK
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CPT
24h 50m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:00 - 20:30
CPT
-
JFK
28h 30m
1 stop
£635Virgin Atlantic
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
08:10 - 12:05
JFK
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CPT
20h 55m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
22:00 - 19:30
CPT
-
JFK
28h 30m
1 stop
£738Virgin Atlantic
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:10 - 10:35
JFK
-
CPT
19h 25m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:15 - 12:15
CPT
-
JFK
29h 00m
2 stops
£767Multiple Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 23:35
JFK
-
CPT
28h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:35 - 13:15
CPT
-
JFK
23h 40m
1 stop
£820Multiple Airlines
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
-
CPT
40h 50m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 06:35
CPT
-
JFK
23h 10m
2 stops
£878Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 13:35
JFK
-
CPT
41h 50m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 07:35
CPT
-
JFK
23h 10m
2 stops
£891Kenya Airways
Sat, 5 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 13:00
JFK
-
CPT
33h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 20:00
CPT
-
JFK
34h 50m
2 stops
£929Ethiopian Air
Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 14:10
JFK
-
CPT
34h 10m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 19:55
CPT
-
JFK
34h 30m
2 stops
£959Ethiopian Air
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
SAUDIA Logo
19:00 - 15:50
JFK
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JNB
38h 50m
2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
12:10 - 14:45
JNB
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JFK
32h 35m
2 stops
£976SAUDIA
Tue, 8 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
SAUDIA Logo
19:00 - 15:50
JFK
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JNB
38h 50m
2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
12:05 - 10:00
JNB
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JFK
51h 55m
2 stops
£982SAUDIA
Sun, 11 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

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Air Europa flights from New York to South Africa

Our best Air Europa deals on New York to South Africa flight tickets
Air Europa
8 Dec
JFK22:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 45m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
15 Dec
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m
1 stop
JFK17:50New York John F Kennedy Intl
£982
Air Europa
6 Dec
JFK22:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 45m
1 stop
JNB10:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
19 Dec
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m
1 stop
JFK17:50New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,039
Air Europa
9 Jul
JFK22:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 45m
1 stop
JNB09:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
21 Jul
JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 00m
1 stop
JFK22:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,085

Qatar Airways flights from New York to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to South Africa flight tickets
Qatar Airways
11 Oct
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
JNB09:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
30 Oct
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 50m
1 stop
JFK15:35New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,032
Qatar Airways
11 Oct
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
JNB09:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
30 Oct
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 15m
1 stop
JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,064
Qatar Airways
23 Jul
JFK01:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
CPT10:15Cape Town Intl
28 Jul
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
39h 15m
1 stop
JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
£1,093

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 28 June 2026.
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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

11:00-17:50

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

22:00-20:30

1 stop28h 30m

£635

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

08:10-12:05

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

22:00-19:30

1 stop28h 30m

£738
Fastest return journey

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

08:10-10:35

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

14:15-12:15

2 stops29h 00m

£767

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

13:10-23:35

2 stops28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

19:35-13:15

1 stop23h 40m

£820

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/11

13:45-13:35

2 stops40h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/11

14:25-06:35

2 stops23h 10m

£878

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

13:45-13:35

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

14:25-07:35

2 stops23h 10m

£891

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

22:00-13:00

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

15:10-20:00

2 stops34h 50m

£928

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

22:00-14:10

2 stops34h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

15:25-19:55

2 stops34h 30m

£959

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

12:10-14:45

2 stops32h 35m

£976

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/10

19:00-15:50

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

12:05-10:00

2 stops51h 55m

£982

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, November 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 £105. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of November, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £419.

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

Fly from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best New York - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York 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 £954 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 £850 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 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time

37h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New York to South Africa takes 37h 15m
There are no direct flights from New York to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from New York to South Africa.
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Frequently asked questions about flying 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.

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

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