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$565 Find Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$965
Overall average: $1,404
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/1Wed 4/29
EWR - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,438
Typical prices: $1,435-$1,859
United Airlines
Tue 3/31Fri 4/10
EWR - JNB • Non-stop
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Security lines at Newark can be long, so arrive early.
Use the Gautrain for safe transport from Johannesburg.
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Johannesburg (EWR-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Newark 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 Newark to Johannesburg

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 29
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10:55 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 10m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 7:45 pm
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EWR
26h 45m2 stops
$965Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 24
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11:00 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 05m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 9:00 am
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EWR
24h 30m2 stops
$988Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 24
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11:00 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 05m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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EWR
24h 30m2 stops
$989Ethiopian Air
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 24
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11:00 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 05m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 9:00 am
JNB
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EWR
24h 30m2 stops
$996Ethiopian Air
Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 1
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11:00 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 05m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 7:45 pm
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EWR
26h 45m2 stops
$997Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 6
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10:55 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 10m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 7:45 pm
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EWR
26h 45m2 stops
$1,008Ethiopian Air
Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 23
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10:55 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 10m1 stop
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11:00 pm - 8:15 pm
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EWR
27h 15m2 stops
$1,011Ethiopian Air
Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 24
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1:25 am - 10:50 am
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JNB
27h 25m1 stop
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7:10 pm - 11:30 pm
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EWR
34h 20m1 stop
$1,012Turkish Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Sun, May 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 3:55 am
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JNB
24h 10m2 stops
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2:30 pm - 8:55 am
JNB
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EWR
24h 25m2 stops
$1,017Ethiopian Air
Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 12
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10:55 am - 1:05 pm
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JNB
20h 10m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 8:55 am
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EWR
24h 25m2 stops
$1,018Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Newark to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Newark 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 Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg back to Newark Liberty Airport, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is March, where tickets cost $1,404 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,851 and $1,819 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Newark to Johannesburg

 
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Security lines at EWR can be long, so arrive hours ahead. Check current wait times on the airport website.

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For safe transport from JNB, use the Gautrain or book secure airport transfers in advance. Avoid unaffiliated touts and Uber, especially at night.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$565
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

When to book flights from Newark to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Newark 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 Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was $565 for a one-way ticket and $965 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Newark Liberty Airport and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Newark Liberty Airport and on arrival in OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    When flying out of Newark Liberty Airport you will be using Newark. You will be landing at OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, also known as Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Newark Liberty Airport and OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Newark to Johannesburg, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Newark to Johannesburg are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,677 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,626 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Newark Liberty 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 Newark Liberty 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 Newark Liberty 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 Newark Liberty 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 Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back to Newark Liberty Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Newark Liberty Airport and JNB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Newark Liberty 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 Newark Liberty Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Newark Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,188 or less one-way and $1,487 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Newark Liberty Airport to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Monday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Newark to Johannesburg

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 8006 reviews
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
7.3Food
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None of the airplane features were available during the flight.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Dec 2025
JFK - SDQ
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None of the airplane features were available during the flight.

Original flight was cancelled and when i was rebooked by the airline, they couldn't seat me in the same type of seat as I had originally booked (went from window/aisle to middle/middle and one was a bulkhead seat, and other wasn't in the same class)

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Plenty of leg room, temperature was great and staff was excellent. Would do it more often.

I truly love flying with Delta. They have always treated me with the upmost respect

The aircraft interior is old and tired on this aircraft. The entertainment system never worked despite the crews attempt to reset the system.

The flight was great. The gate location was way to far away!!!

This route with Delta always has delays or is cancelled. Aircrafts seem smaller and older. I fly Delta quite a bit - haven’t had issues with the international flights. But this route has always been the troublesome one

I believe that a four-hour trip should have a meal. Delta had none.

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

Flight and crew were great. United didn't inform crew of immigration process which was disappointing!

Plane boarded early a quickly, was mostly full. We left close to on time. And landed early.

Friendly and professional flight crew. Aside from departure delay after boarding, easy flight and smooth landing.

Flight was timely, relatively comfortable, with decent entertainment and food served. Only problem encountered was with the free messaging which I highly appreciate, but it did not work from iphone to non-iphones.

Food was poorly timed and not good.. Hand held snacks, really. I kept asking for water and never got any. Service was rushed for a 7-hour flight.

Boarding was organized. Old plane. Seat fairly comfortable. Business Class much too large so you don’t receive as much attention as you should considering what you pay for the seat.

I had no checked baggage but was required to hand over carry on baggage at the door of the plane. There was a lot of overboard space in the plane and I was one of the last ones. I ran to get my carry on but it was gone. I was given back at the plane door in Toronto, so the wait was not as long as it would have been at the carousel.

This flight was perfect. No complaints and only the highest regard for the crew and ground staff and how they executed perfectly. I fly a lot with United and would request predictability and transparency in their operations instead of last minute changes.

The food should improve! And The flight should leave on time and not make the traveler wait.

it was like a banya -so hot... They did provide a great experience with special food. one toilet broke midflight In general it was a peaceful and relaxing flight - for business class it was good.

Chicago to Istanbul was a much better experience than I expected since I’m more accustomed to Qatar Airways business class. The business lounge in the Istanbul airport was amazing - loved the lockers and phone charging stations, and the bathroom was a spa experience in itself. The onward leg from Istanbul to Karachi was utterly disappointing. Terrible plane, and I felt like I was in economy - the seats don’t come near to lying flat and the food was mediocre. What a sad downgrade - it isn’t as though the ticket on that leg was cheaper. So, on that front, there’s no contest with Qatar airways.

Second leg of Turkish Airline with Indigo is disaster for following reason. 1) You have to carry your cabin bags through ladder to boeing 777 because it was parked somewhere in parking lot and was not given a gate to board passengers and this seems to be people traveling to and fro from those flights and is not issue with flight itself. 2) I choose non vegetarian food on Turkish portal way ahead of checkin to entire trip, However the Indigo flight gave me random veg food saying they code veg food code from Turkish. 3) Indigo did not served any alcoholic beverages stating some weird reason which is non nonsensical. 4)Indigo have TV screens in front of you but it displays nothing except "Welcome Onboard" with annoying white black ground in dark flight. This is the most stupidest and annoying part because you are held hostage for 7 hours and only thing you could do is stare back at white screen which does not have entertainment package or even flight tracker. Such a shame.

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

Overall it was good. Food was bad. I ordered gluten free vegetarian meal. But I got gluten free chicken for my long flight from Seattle to Istanbul. I don’t eat any kind of meat. Second meal I got eggplant with meat which I couldn’t eat. I don’t understand why we can’t get gluten free vegetarian meal for a 12 hour flight. I eat the bread and that was it.

Worse worse worse, i would not recommend this airline to anyone. Istanbul airport maybe State of the Art facility but staff is rude, only works if they get tips, and they push you to give tips even though my family had spent $50 in tips. Airline staff doesn't speak english so you really can't understand them. It was a nightmare travelling with Turkish. Never again.

As a big guy the seats are way too small for me. Would prefer more comfortable seats on these long haul flights.

My flight was canceled 1 minute before boarding. The customer service was owful, no one could tell us what was going happened. I spent 30hrs instead of 15 from Washington DC to Brussels. No apologie or help

Boeing 777 is a bad choice for a such a long flight.

The staff at IST airport could have been more helpful. Too much wasted time and the plane from IST to KHI was just horrible. The plane was not clean and smelled bad!

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

The crew was not helping us in the airports ..Very bad experience..the washrooms are not meeting the expectations..need more good service... The hotel service was good but there is a very long wait time which wasted time to go through..

My recent experience with ASKY Airlines was disappointing. The check-in process was disorganized, and I was provided with inaccurate information regarding baggage requirements, resulting in unforeseen expenses. Additionally, the ground staff demonstrated a lack of professionalism and appeared insufficiently trained to handle passenger needs effectively. Regrettably, this initial encounter has left me reluctant to consider future travel with the airline.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Checking in wasn't organized, too many so-called diplomats were jumping line while everyone was waiting in line. They should have their own line not to impede on other passengers that was also waiting to be served. We all paid money and there should be no discrimination because everyone's money should have the same value diplomat or not! If they want to give diplomats some special treatment then let them create their own check in desk and not treat other passengers some that are (elderly, some with children, pregnant women) making them stand longer in line than necessary just because people are jumping line 😡

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Were not told that carryon laggage has to be only 12 kgs but my bag was heavier asked to pay an additional $550.00. I could have upgraded to a bussiness class for that price and no one at the gate to upgrade but able to take money for the extra weight. I felt like this was a setup scam.

Lost suite case and pillow that’s used by senior and they didn’t leave it at the airport

Although business class, the seating was really cramped. The food was so so.

Smooth trip no turbulence which is always a bonus for me lol! In cattle class so an element of being a bit squished (but not as bad as other shorter haul airlines) smaller plane than the one we flew out on and entertainment system wasn’t as modern but still definitely passed the time. Lovely crew x

I was sleeping during dinner service, no one bothered to offer meal later, I remained hungry….until I got a morning sandwich!

Very caring crew on board. Didn’t have dinner as I was sleeping. Was seating in the emergency row so I had comfortable leg room

Although the crew were great and the good nice, I might as well have been on Ryanair for the amount of space I had. Not good enough BA. I’d rather pay more and not feel like a human sardine.

Crew were fantastic can’t fault them at all. Couldn’t do enough for us

The staff were fantastic and couldn't have been more accomodating; however, the air-conditioning was broken in our section of the aircraft, leaving us feeling extremely cold and unwell on arrival in Johannesbury. The head sets were also faulty, causing difficulty when listening to announcements and entertainment.

They’ve lost my bag and I have no way of really getting in touch with anyone and have received no updates.

Terrible, We experienced massive delays and then couldn’t book a hotel through the link provided, nothing was available. We then went to the airport the next day and experienced further delays, almost no communication was given. We had dinner at lunchtime and breakfast at midnight. We then landed in Jhb at 1am and had to book another hotel as our flight to durban was at 8am. The experience was painful and very expensive.

The entertainment selection was ok, but overall not bad! The crew was great.

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