Question 1

Which airlines offer extra legroom on New York to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Only United Airlines currently offers extra legroom on this route. Availability can vary by aircraft type and fare class.

Question 2

Which airlines offer free seat selection on New York to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Only United Airlines currently offers free seat selection on this route. Availability depends on fare class.

Question 3

What airlines fly from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Only United Airlines currently operates flights between New York and Johannesburg on a regular basis.

Question 4

Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to Johannesburg may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), New York LaGuardia (LGA) and New Windsor Stewart (SWF), with arrivals available at Johannesburg area airports such as Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA) and Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Question 5

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Brussels Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• SWISS: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 6

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Johannesburg:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 7

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $1,100 round-trip via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), compared to $1,791 for nonstop.

Question 8

What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 9

Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Johannesburg pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from New York to Johannesburg most commonly connect through:

• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 8% of one-stop connections

Question 10

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from New York to Johannesburg. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,544 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,666, a difference of $122.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 11

How are flight departures from New York to Johannesburg spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Flights between New York and Johannesburg typically depart in the evening.

Question 12

What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg are Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton Convention Centre and Gallagher Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg on KAYAK.

Question 13

What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from New York to Johannesburg:

• Earliest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 11:35 am
• Latest: departs at 8:50 pm and lands at 11:35 am.

The flight takes about 14h 45m.

Question 14

How expensive are last-minute New York to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 2% below the route average of $1,535. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

Question 15

How long is a flight from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from New York to Johannesburg takes about 14h 45m, covering 7,972 miles.

Question 16

Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Question 17

How are flight prices from New York to Johannesburg looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from New York to Johannesburg are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $811, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Question 18

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Cape Town Intl (CPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 40m, compared with 20h 54m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 21h 08m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Question 19

What is the time difference between New York and Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Johannesburg is 7 hours ahead of New York (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 20

What car rental options are available in Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Since Johannesburg is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) — daily rates averaging $30:

• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Europcar
• Sixt
• Avis

Near Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) — daily rates averaging $27:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Woodford
• Europcar

Question 21

How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Johannesburg flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from New York to Johannesburg range from $1,191 to $1,911, with an average of $1,535 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,191 counts as a good deal.

Question 22

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from New York to Johannesburg typically range from $1,191 to $1,911. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,027, on Ethiopian Air.

Question 23

What is the cheapest New York to Johannesburg flight route?

Accepted Answer

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) is the cheapest New York to Johannesburg route, averaging $1,084 round-trip. Other New York to Johannesburg routes average $1,537, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 24

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Johannesburg. It’s 0% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

Question 25

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Johannesburg at $1,195 round-trip.
•December ($1,812) and June ($1,776) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 26

When are flights from New York to Johannesburg the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to Johannesburg are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 6% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 27

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Ethiopian Air ($1,027) and Qatar Airways ($1,125) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to Johannesburg according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 28

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines has the most frequent flights from New York to Johannesburg, with an average of 6 flights per week. Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months.

Question 29

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) is the most popular layover for the New York to Johannesburg route. Over the past 3 months, 30% of KAYAK users found 1-stop round-trips connecting via NBO.

Question 30

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,100. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 31

Which route with a layover is the fastest from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Cape Town Intl (CPT) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to Johannesburg at 18h 40m one-way, 3h 55m longer than the 14h 45m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 32

When flying from New York to Johannesburg which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Cape Town Intl (CPT) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Johannesburg layovers at 10h 20m over the past 3 months.

Question 33

How many nonstop flights run daily between New York and Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

There are typically 0 to 1 daily flights between New York and Johannesburg. That's (6 flights per week), averaging 14h 45m in duration.

Question 34

What time of day do most flights depart from New York to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

All nonstop flights from New York to Johannesburg depart in the evening, according to the flight schedule for the next three months.

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