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

Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways, and Qatar Airways 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.

C$ 761 Cheap Flights from New York to South Africa in 2026

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11:00 a.m. - 5:50 p.m.

JFK

CPT

24h 50m

1 stop

10:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

CPT

JFK

28h 30m

1 stop

C$ 1,190Virgin Atlantic

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

8:10 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.

JFK

CPT

20h 55m

1 stop

10:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

CPT

JFK

28h 30m

1 stop

C$ 1,382Virgin Atlantic

Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec

8:10 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.

JFK

CPT

19h 25m

1 stop

2:15 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

CPT

JFK

29h 00m

2 stops

C$ 1,437Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec

8:10 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.

JFK

CPT

19h 25m

1 stop

6:10 p.m. - 1:25 p.m.

CPT

JFK

26h 15m

2 stops

C$ 1,532Multiple Airlines

Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec

1:10 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.

JFK

CPT

28h 25m

2 stops

7:35 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.

CPT

JFK

23h 40m

1 stop

C$ 1,537Multiple Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

10:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

JFK

CPT

33h 00m

2 stops

3:10 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

CPT

JFK

34h 50m

2 stops

C$ 1,740Ethiopian Air

Mon, 21 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

10:00 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.

JFK

CPT

34h 10m

2 stops

3:25 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.

CPT

JFK

34h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,798Ethiopian Air

Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

7:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.

JFK

JNB

38h 50m

2 stops

1:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

JNB

JFK

43h 30m

2 stops

C$ 1,829SAUDIA

Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct

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

JFK

CPT

21h 50m

1 stop

12:10 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.

CPT

JFK

21h 45m

1 stop

C$ 1,836Norse Atlantic UK

Fri, 2 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct

7:00 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.

JFK

JNB

47h 15m

2 stops

12:10 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

JNB

JFK

32h 35m

2 stops

C$ 1,928SAUDIA

Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 9 Oct

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Air Europa

8 Dec

JFK10:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

15 Dec

JNB7:55 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

JFK5:50 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,840

Air Europa

6 Dec

JFK10:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB10:50 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

19 Dec

JNB7:55 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

1 stop

JFK5:50 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,947

Air Europa

9 Jul

JFK10:05 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

JNB9:50 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

21 Jul

JNB6:55 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 00m

1 stop

JFK10:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 2,033

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to South Africa

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Turkish Airlines

19 Nov

JFK8:15 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 45m

1 stop

JNB11:00 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

3 Dec

JNB6:50 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 30m

1 stop

JFK6:20 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 1,964

Turkish Airlines

8 Dec

JFK12:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m

1 stop

JNB11:00 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

15 Dec

JNB6:50 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 05m

1 stop

JFK10:55 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 2,006

Turkish Airlines

9 Dec

JFK12:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m

1 stop

JNB11:00 a.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

5 Apr

JNB6:00 p.m.Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

1 stop

JFK5:55 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 2,056

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

11:00 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

10:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

C$ 1,190

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JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

8:10 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop20h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

10:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

1 stop28h 30m

C$ 1,382

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/12

8:10 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

2:15 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops29h 00m

C$ 1,437

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 18/12

8:10 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop19h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/12

6:10 p.m.-1:25 p.m.

2 stops26h 15m

C$ 1,532

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

1:10 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

2 stops28h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/10

7:35 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop23h 40m

C$ 1,537

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

10:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

2 stops33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

3:10 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops34h 50m

C$ 1,740

New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

10:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops34h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

3:25 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

2 stops34h 30m

C$ 1,798

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

7:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

2 stops38h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

1:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

2 stops43h 30m

C$ 1,829

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New YorkCape Town

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/10

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

1 stop21h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/10

12:10 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop21h 45m

C$ 1,836

New YorkJohannesburg

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 29/9

7:00 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

2 stops47h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

12:10 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

2 stops32h 35m

C$ 1,928

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 197, 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 November, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of C$ 839.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New York 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$ 1,788 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$ 1,593 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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Fastest flight time	28h 05m
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The fastest flight from New York to South Africa takes 28h 05m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to South Africa?
Prices for flights from New York to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
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 (56.02% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A340-300 (18.81%), Airbus A320 (sharklets) (16.87%), and De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8 Dash 8 (5.12%).

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