What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to South Africa?

Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

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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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.JFK-CPT

41h 50m2 stops

2:25 p.m. - 6:35 a.m.CPT-JFK

23h 10m2 stops

C$ 1,462Kenya Airways

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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

2:25 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.JFK-JNB

34h 55m1 stop

9:50 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.JNB-JFK

29h 50m1 stop

C$ 1,481Etihad Airways

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Fri, 27 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

11:20 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT

25h 45m1 stop

6:55 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.CPT-JFK

29h 20m1 stop

C$ 1,487British Airways

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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

5:30 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT

31h 35m2 stops

6:55 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.CPT-JFK

28h 05m1 stop

C$ 1,488American Airlines

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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

12:45 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.JFK-CPT

34h 15m1 stop

12:30 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK

34h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,489

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Sun, 2 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov

6:20 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.JFK-CPT

21h 40m1 stop

12:30 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK

34h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,510Norse Atlantic UK

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Wed, 15 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

6:20 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.JFK-CPT

21h 40m1 stop

12:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT-JFK

21h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,516Norse Atlantic UK

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Sat, 4 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct

12:45 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.JFK-CPT

34h 15m1 stop

6:55 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.CPT-JFK

27h 05m1 stop

C$ 1,543

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Sun, 2 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov

9:35 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT

27h 30m1 stop

6:55 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.CPT-JFK

29h 20m1 stop

C$ 1,556British Airways

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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

5:30 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.JFK-CPT

31h 35m2 stops

10:10 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.CPT-JFK

21h 25m1 stop

C$ 1,559American Airlines

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Ethiopian Air flights from New York to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

15 Nov

JFK8:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m

2 stops

JNB3:55 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

23 Nov

JNB11:00 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 55m

2 stops

JFK6:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,529

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5 Mar

JFK8:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 00m

2 stops

JNB3:55 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

9 Mar

JNB11:00 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m

2 stops

JFK8:10 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,539

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6 Oct

JFK10:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:55 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

17 Oct

JNB10:50 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 10m

2 stops

JFK8:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,608

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Emirates

16 Sep

JFK10:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 10m

2 stops

JNB5:30 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

14 Oct

JNB10:20 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m

2 stops

JFK6:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,870

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Emirates

26 Sep

JFK11:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 30m

1 stop

JNB8:50 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

29 Sep

JNB10:05 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 45m

1 stop

JFK8:50 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,939

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Emirates

18 Sep

JFK10:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

35h 55m

2 stops

JNB4:15 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

27 Sep

JNB10:05 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 50m

2 stops

JFK6:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 2,008

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

12:45 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops41h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

2:25 p.m.-6:35 a.m.

2 stops23h 10m

C$ 1,462

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 27/2

2:25 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop34h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50 a.m.-8:40 a.m.

1 stop29h 50m

C$ 1,481

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

11:20 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

6:55 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop29h 20m

C$ 1,487

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

5:30 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

6:55 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop28h 05m

C$ 1,488

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

12:45 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

12:30 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop34h 25m

C$ 1,489

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 15/10

6:20 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

12:30 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop34h 25m

C$ 1,510

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/10

6:20 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop21h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/10

12:30 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop21h 25m

C$ 1,516

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

12:45 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop34h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/11

6:55 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop27h 05m

C$ 1,543

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

9:35 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

1 stop27h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

6:55 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop29h 20m

C$ 1,556

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

5:30 p.m.-8:05 a.m.

2 stops31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

10:10 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop21h 25m

C$ 1,559

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from New York is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 1,528, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to South Africa during the month of April, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 1,626.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest New York to South Africa flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to South Africa at noon for as low as C$ 1,511. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are C$ 1,843 on average. Flights to South Africa from New York in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around C$ 1,774 when searching 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 C$ 1,358 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

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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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to South Africa is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (98.19% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777 (1.04%), Airbus A350-900 (0.52%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (0.26%).

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

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

What is the cheapest New York to South Africa flight route?

Fly from Newark to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best New York - South Africa flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

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

There are 2 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 47% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to South Africa?

Norse Atlantic UK, Kenya Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to South Africa

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

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

What is the most popular plane model from New York to South Africa?

Best airlines flying from New York to South Africa

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Can I find flights from New York to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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