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Cheap flights from New York to South Africa from $548

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7:50 pm - 10:35 amJFK-JNB
32h 45m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 5:55 pmJNB-JFK
30h 00m1 stop
$849Turkish Airlines
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Mon, May 5 - Wed, May 21
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12:30 am - 10:35 amEWR-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:35 pmJNB-EWR
34h 40m1 stop
$849Turkish Airlines
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Sun, May 4 - Wed, May 21
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9:45 pm - 3:55 amEWR-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
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10:50 pm - 7:45 pmJNB-EWR
26h 55m2 stops
$858Ethiopian Air
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Thu, May 8 - Thu, May 22
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9:45 pm - 3:55 amEWR-JNB
24h 10m2 stops
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10:50 pm - 7:45 pmJNB-EWR
26h 55m2 stops
$867Ethiopian Air
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Sun, May 4 - Thu, May 15
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9:30 pm - 7:00 amJFK-JNB
27h 30m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 6:05 pmJNB-JFK
26h 50m1 stop
$911British Airways
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Tue, May 13 - Mon, May 19
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8:55 pm - 7:00 amJFK-JNB
28h 05m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 6:05 pmJNB-JFK
26h 50m1 stop
$914British Airways
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Thu, May 8 - Mon, May 12
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1:45 pm - 1:45 pmJFK-CPT
42h 00m2 stops
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2:35 pm - 7:35 amCPT-JFK
23h 00m2 stops
$982Kenya Airways
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Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 3
Kenya Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 1:40 pmJFK-CPT
41h 55m2 stops
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11:30 pm - 7:35 amCPT-JFK
38h 05m1 stop
$989Kenya Airways
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Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 2
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8:25 pm - 5:10 pmEWR-CPT
14h 45mnonstop
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7:50 pm - 5:20 amCPT-EWR
15h 30mnonstop
$1,334United Airlines
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Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 2
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8:50 pm - 5:20 pmEWR-CPT
38h 30m1 stop
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7:50 pm - 5:20 amCPT-EWR
15h 30mnonstop
$1,343United Airlines
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SWISS flights from New York to South Africa

Our best SWISS deals on New York to South Africa flight tickets
SWISS
Sep 14
EWR9:50 pmNewark
29h 30m
1 stop
JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 26
JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 35m
1 stop
EWR8:10 pmNewark
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May 6
EWR9:50 pmNewark
29h 30m
1 stop
JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 16
JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 35m
1 stop
EWR8:10 pmNewark

Ethiopian Air flights from New York to South Africa

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on New York to South Africa flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
May 8
EWR9:45 pmNewark
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 22
JNB10:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m
2 stops
EWR7:45 pmNewark
Ethiopian Air
May 4
EWR9:45 pmNewark
24h 10m
2 stops
JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 15
JNB10:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m
2 stops
EWR7:45 pmNewark
Ethiopian Air
May 8
EWR9:45 pmNewark
24h 10m
1 stop
JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 22
JNB10:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 55m
1 stop
EWR7:45 pmNewark

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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 $1,102. The month of March is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $1,180.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,177. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Tuesday is $1,378.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,099. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,575.

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?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from New York when booking 16 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around $1,274 when searching 16 weeks out.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 $1,093 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes 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.

Cheap New York to South Africa flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$548

Fastest flight time

14h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in South Africa

2 airports
The best one-way flight to South Africa from New York in the past 72 hours is $548. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $849.
The fastest flight from New York to South Africa takes 14h 30m
Direct flights go from New York to South Africa every day.
There are 2 airports near South Africa: Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to South Africa.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from New York to South Africa

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CondorPriceFrom $480Free CancellationRating
6.3
322 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $768Free CancellationRating
7.2
769 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $771Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,774 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $906Free CancellationRating
6.8
262 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,799 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,003Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,561 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,250Free CancellationRating
8.0
3,205 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,313Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,683 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,327Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,920 reviews
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