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R9 874 Find Cheap Flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo.
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20:05 - 10:50JFK-JNB
31h 45m1 stop
19:10 - 18:50JNB-JFK
29h 40m1 stop
R14 443Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Mar 6 - Tue, Mar 11
1:10 - 10:45JFK-JNB
27h 35m1 stop
17:55 - 23:00JNB-JFK
35h 05m1 stop
R14 775Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Mar 19 - Mon, Apr 7
21:55 - 3:55JFK-JNB
24h 00m2 stops
23:00 - 19:55JNB-JFK
26h 55m2 stops
R15 751Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 19
21:55 - 3:55JFK-JNB
24h 00m2 stops
22:50 - 19:55JNB-JFK
27h 05m2 stops
R15 770Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Mar 20 - Wed, Apr 2
0:20 - 7:30JFK-JNB
25h 10m1 stop
19:25 - 17:00JNB-JFK
27h 35m1 stop
R17 557American Airlines
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Mon, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 25
21:40 - 10:20JFK-JNB
30h 40m1 stop
21:15 - 12:45JNB-JFK
21h 30m1 stop
R17 575American Airlines
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Sun, Mar 9 - Sun, May 11
10:20 - 15:30JFK-JNB
22h 10m1 stop
17:20 - 15:50JNB-JFK
28h 30m2 stops
R18 349Qatar Airways
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Sun, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 10
11:20 - 14:20JFK-JNB
45h 00m2 stops
13:20 - 15:50JNB-JFK
32h 30m1 stop
R18 865Qatar Airways
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Mon, Mar 10 - Sat, Mar 22
13:45 - 0:15JFK-JNB
28h 30m1 stop
1:15 - 7:35JNB-JFK
36h 20m1 stop
R20 007Kenya Airways
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Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 17
13:45 - 0:15JFK-JNB
28h 30m1 stop
1:15 - 7:35JNB-JFK
36h 20m1 stop
R20 081Kenya Airways
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Mon, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 19

Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York John F Kennedy Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is November, where tickets cost R19 381 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R31 263 and R28 555 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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January

High season

December

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R9 874
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • Can I take my pet on a Kenya Airways flight from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport?

    Kenya Airways is pet-friendly and does not charge extra for bringing a live animal on board. When traveling in the cargo area, a dog does not need a kennel or cage as long as it is securely tied and is not utilizing a seat. Your pet will be fine in the cargo hold because it has the same temperature and pressure conditions as the cabin passengers.

  • What steps is Etihad taking to become more eco-friendly?

    Etihad Airways, a common carrier for flights from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, is taking many steps to reduce its carbon footprint. Their Boeing 787-10 "Etihad Greenliner" and Airbus 350-1000 "Sustainable50" aircraft are used in the Etihad Greenliner Programme, which investigates environmentally friendly technologies and sustainable fuels. In addition to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and noise pollution, the company's fuel-efficient planes also feature reduced use of disposable plastics.

  • Can my unaccompanied child travel with American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, American Airlines allows unaccompanied minors to travel from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport. The airline offers dedicated staff assistance and supervision throughout the journey, from check-in to arrival. Additional services include priority boarding, connection assistance, and continuous monitoring by airline personnel on board and at the airports.

  • Can passengers from New York connect to other cities from OR Tambo Airport after landing?

    The airport is closest to several cities, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa, located north of the airport, and Ekurhuleni, a metropolitan municipality adjacent to Johannesburg. Passengers can travel to these cities by bus or taxi. Many airlines also offer domestic flights between the airport and the cities.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was R536 for a one-way ticket and R784 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    New York John F Kennedy Airport airport is called New York John F Kennedy Intl and the only airport in OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg is Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Johannesburg, Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Johannesburg are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of R21 388 and an overall rating of 6,8, Kenya Airways is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R25 469 and an overall rating of 7,2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from New York John F Kennedy Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back to New York John F Kennedy Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg from New York John F Kennedy Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • When flying from John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to OR Tambo Airport (JNB), you can rest easy knowing that your pet will receive the same high-quality care as you do, thanks to Qatar Airways' comprehensive pet services. Their devoted staff provides various services, including transport for pets and help filling out paperwork. To ensure pets' safety, health, and comfort in transit, Qatar Airways has built state-of-the-art facilities expressly for this purpose.
  • Consider flying with RwandAir to enjoy their baggage allowance policy. Each passenger is allowed one suitcase with dimensions of 22 by 15 by 8 inches and a maximum weight of 21 lbs. Wheelchairs and crutches may be brought on board by passengers who need them. Passengers carrying a baby carrycot may also bring light supplies such as bedding, diapers, feeding bottles, and enough food, as long as the overall weight does not exceed 26 lbs.
  • Passengers flying from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport can enhance their travel experience by upgrading to high-class tickets for exceptional amenities and reduced fatigue. For Qatar Airways flights, upgrading from Economy Class to Premium can transform a good flight into a great one. Enjoy added comfort and perks, making the long journey more enjoyable and memorable.
  • When flying from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport on Turkish Airlines, passengers should note that carry-on baggage allowances differ depending on the travel class. In Economy Class, travelers can bring one cabin baggage item weighing a maximum of 17 lbs, with dimensions not exceeding 9 x 15 x 21 inches. On the other hand, Business Class passengers are allowed two cabin baggage items, adhering to the same weight and dimension restrictions mentioned earlier.
  • Passengers from John F Kennedy Airport to OR Tambo Airport using Ethiopian Air should know that Ethiopian Airlines strives to provide a satisfying dining experience for all passengers, making their travel more enjoyable. They ensure passengers receive complimentary meals and beverages, including alcoholic drinks, on all their flights. In Economy Class, passengers enjoy a three-course meal accompanied by a selection of beverages.
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Top 5 airlines serving from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from John F Kennedy Intl to OR Tambo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Virgin AtlanticOverall score based on 656 reviews
7,5Entertainment
6,9Food
7,3Comfort
7,7Boarding
8,1Crew
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Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

6,0 GoodSudhir, Jan 2025JFK - LHR
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Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

We had an unfortunate experience where we had to leave the aircraft after boarding, shortly before the scheduled takeoff time, and re-board. The reason given was that a passenger felt ill and had to cancel their plans and therefor their luggage had to be found and removed.

We’ve used VA before many times the experience is always been good they have lovely staff and the food is always delicious.

Everything about the flight was amazing from check in to boarding entertainment was okay food we didn’t try.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

The crew was very good. However, the equipment was a bit dated. Some of the electronics were not working. To top it, three bags didn’t arrive with me. Two of them were delivered a day later. I’m still waiting for the third bag, I was so looking forward to this virgin Atlantic flight, but, I am disappointed.

My only complaint is that the pocket in front of me was ripped and my things, like iPad and airline magazines, kept slipping to the floor.

Flight delayed yet again. Crew apathetic and unhelpful re affect on connecting flight.

I think Virgin is one of the best flying experiences, especially from/to the UK. The staff are so helpful and fun, the food is good, seats comfortable, goof entertainment and great value. Check in and boarding is pretty pain free. I also find that the other passengers are generally so kind and considerate than when I've flown other airlines.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

Did not like anything. Seats were crammed, leg space was minimal and food was terrible. This was the first time traveling overseas in American Airlines and was the worst experience ever. Have learned a lesson to never travel in American Airlines.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

Check in desk people constrained by fear. Obvious typo on Uganda visa, even though approved, caused loss of flight. Something is definitely wrong with this system.

Between Air India and Qatar my luggage was lost for three days. I eventually found my own luggage location using the Apple Air Tag. Air India used a paper form to report my lost luggage. I could never get past getting past luggage personnel with my report number before they would hang up on me. Only after them specifically telling Air India at Chandigarh airport where my luggage was located which was right under their noses did they react. After three days I finally received my luggage. The Air India luggage folks didn’t seem proactive in finding the luggage’s rightful owner.

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

A great airline, no complaints at all. My experience with Cheap Tickets was very disappointing however. Two hours after purchasing the flight they called to tell me that the ticket price had gone up. I’ve never heard of such a thing. That is called false advertising; I will never use this ticketing service again and will warn all friends to never use it.

One of the worst check in process at the DIA as well as the boarding counter Changed seat at the last minute and assigned middle seat while I paid for window seat. Requested many times but to no avail . horrible customer service and very poor process Requesting refund for seat that was changed last minute

Good overall flight. Excellent crew. Food options could be improved.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Flight was delayed then we had to redirect for medical emergency during which time we had no information on what is the plan. The connecting flight was also delayed.

Very good except the boarding process too forever and wasn’t organized by group. I had a heavy pack or I wouldn’t have minded. I was in business. There were no audible announcements in the waiting area about boarding and everyone packed into the boarding area. Then boarding stopped for a long time but the staff made no announcements to update waiting passengers about the holdup. The flight was good after we got on.

Professional & courteous cabin crew. Food was very good even in economy class

7 stars hospitality and an excellent service by the Turkish Airline entire team. Somehow, our membership numbers for mileage points were not indicated on our boarding passes issued at O’Hare Airport by the Turkish Airlines check in desk. During transit in Istanbul, I brought to attention of customer service Turkish Airlines. Please have our mileage points posted to our membership account from O’Hare Chicago to Lahore for both my wife Kaukab Shirazi Thank you

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

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