$562 Find Cheap Flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Johannesburg

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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg (JFK-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 6
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7:40 pm - 10:50 amJFK-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 11:05 amJNB-JFK
22h 55m1 stop
$819Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 10:50 amJFK-JNB
32h 10m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 11:05 amJNB-JFK
22h 55m1 stop
$828Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 30
Qatar Airways Logo
10:20 am - 2:20 amJFK-JNB
33h 00m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 pm - 2:50 pmJNB-JFK
33h 05m1 stop
$946Qatar Airways
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Mon, Oct 13 - Thu, Oct 23
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 9:35 amJFK-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
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3:10 am - 3:10 pmJNB-JFK
42h 00m2 stops
$947Qatar Airways
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Fri, Aug 22 - Sun, Sep 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 1:05 pmJFK-JNB
20h 10m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 pm - 8:00 pmJNB-JFK
27h 10m2 stops
$1,036Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 pm - 3:55 amJFK-JNB
23h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 pm - 8:00 pmJNB-JFK
27h 10m2 stops
$1,038Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 13
Kenya Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 12:15 amJFK-JNB
28h 30m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
1:15 am - 6:35 amJNB-JFK
36h 20m1 stop
$1,040Kenya Airways
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 30
Kenya Airways Logo
12:45 pm - 10:55 amJFK-JNB
39h 10m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
8:40 am - 6:35 amJNB-JFK
28h 55m1 stop
$1,041Kenya Airways
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 27
British Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:20 amJFK-JNB
19h 15m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:05 pm - 5:20 pmJNB-JFK
26h 15m1 stop
$1,181British Airways
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Sun, Dec 7 - Sun, Dec 28
British Airways Logo
8:05 am - 10:20 amJFK-JNB
19h 15m1 stop
British Airways Logo
10:05 pm - 7:35 pmJNB-JFK
28h 30m1 stop
$1,182British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For New York John F Kennedy Airport to Johannesburg, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Johannesburg back to New York John F Kennedy Airport, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

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

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, 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 is April, where tickets cost $1,082 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,741 and $1,492 respectively.

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

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, 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, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Johannesburg was $562 for a one-way ticket and $819 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York John F Kennedy Airport and Johannesburg?

    Yes

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

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Johannesburg from New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Nairobi is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Johannesburg.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to 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 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 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from John F Kennedy Intl to Johannesburg

 
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 Johannesburg? 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.
7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3591 reviews
7.4Entertainment
7.5Boarding
7.9Crew
7.3Food
7.4Comfort
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This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

10.0 ExcellentItimad, Mar 2025BOS - DOH
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This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

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

Bad experience; they are not good anymore. They charge too much for luggage seat are so uncomfortable, Flight delays which may miss your next flight, they don’t care if you miss the flight or not. Zero customer services for front desk representatives Istanbul's airport I’m not using this airline any more.

I’ve been traveling for 20 years. I tried Turkish airline for the first time horrible horrible service and it would be my last time even if I get offer for a free ticket, I will not accept it. They have races and the worst Flight attendant

It wasn't good. I didn’t understand. They changed 320 dollars for 2 luggage. My ticket was regular and I paid almost 1200.00 dollars. Why they did charge? I want my money back.. thanks Yılmaz polat

Very punctual, the onboard staff was friendly and correct, the flight was fortunately very calm, the toilets were clean, in short, an excellent experience Thanks

Ordered Vegan meal - it was ok, but not exceptional. Seat ok row 39 middle section aisle. Nearly full flight - crew was busy but they did the best they could. There was a USB A port at the seat. I listened to my own music and only looked at flight information. One nice thing was the connection information was made available in the screen.

Very nice and friendly crew. Boarding system can be improved.

The Etickets had been changed (Why?) without notice ; Hence, that caused troubles when checking in. Not until I contacted my ticket agent and was given correct Etickets could I then check in.

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.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

It was very bad experience with Ethiopian airlines . The flight was delayed in both ways . On the way coming back one of the crews dropped hot coffee on my whole body and other crew dropped used dirty glasses on top of me . The same crew that dropped hot coffee on me hit me with the food trolley on my knee while I was sleeping . I couldn’t sit properly due to the pain on my knee caused by those irresponsible crews . Very unprofessional airlines

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

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

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

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

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.

More Indian vegetarian food options would have been better Availability of seat selection free of charge 72 hours before departure would be great

This was the second time on BA, food terrible, bathrooms gross,( granted, that was mostly due to the disgusting children urinating all over it)boarding was late and disorganized. No gate issued until last minute st Heathrow, bad system, caused undue stress. Seats were painful, that's what you get for traveling like a poor in economy, right BA? Should have been able to afford business or first class if you want to actually be able to walk upright without back pain after a trip.

This was the second time on BA, food terrible, bathrooms gross, boarding late and disorganized. No gate issued until last minute st Heathrow, bad system, caused undue stress.

The flight was delayed twice and because of that, we missed our connecting flight. British Airways then attempted to put us on the last flight to Milan from London which would have kept us in the airport for 12 hours. We had to speak to several levels of bureaucracy until BA management let us fly on a flight that only kept us in the airport for two hours. If there was an earlier flight, why weren’t we put on that flight from the start? Unacceptable behavior from what was once my favorite carrier.

The payment system was not working so was unable to connect wifi the entire flight

everything to do with KAYAK was terrible. Your customer facing departments are utterly useless, timewasting and unhelpful.

I ordered short ribs for main course. It tasted sweet, really sweet. Horrible.

The screen didn’t work and I didn’t get the seat upgrade I paid $300 for. They were no help with that,

Paid $180 for seat selection, and selection essnt honored. Have to call for a refund.

I paid for business class…. And was counting on the usual packet of toilettes to be provided. They were not because not enough were brought on the plane so they could t give to some and not all. So no tooth brush nor eye cover. Then NO coffee since there was no hot water. The lay I er too short because of delays and my luggage didn’t make the next flight!! It is now a day later and I am awaiting to hear if my bag has arrived. Very inconvenient!. I suppose I need to be glad that I spend over $4000 since I doubt those in coach or premium economy even made that next flight..Heathrow is the worst.

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