$657 Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg (EWR-JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $657 for one-way flights and $884 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 7
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$884 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$884
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $884 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 18
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$904 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$904
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $904 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 18
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$909 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$909
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $909 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 10
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$909 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$909
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $909 found 4 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 28
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,021 Roundtrip, just found
$1,021
Roundtrip
just found
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $1,021 just found
British Airways
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,180 Roundtrip, just found
$1,180
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Mar 9 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $1,180 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,180 Roundtrip, just found
$1,180
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 9 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $1,180 just found
EGYPTAIR
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,222 Roundtrip, just found
$1,222
Roundtrip
just found
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Mon, Mar 9 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $1,222 just found
Emirates
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,347 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,347
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Mar 9, priced at $1,347 found 15 hours ago
Delta
Sun, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 20
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,400 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$1,400
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Apr 12 from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Apr 20, priced at $1,400 found 14 hours ago

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. JNB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $1,845
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $1,845
Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Johannesburg (JNB)
Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$883
Distance
7992 mi
Average flight time
14 hours 5 mins

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $657 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) cost?
You can score cheap return fares from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) starting at $1436. Grab a seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving EWR on July 8 2025 and touching down at JNB. The price was last updated on June 20 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from EWR to JNB?
The cheapest flights from EWR to JNB are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Catch a nonstop flight with United Airlines and fly straight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from EWR to JNB?
With tickets starting at $1128 for a one-way flight from EWR to JNB, United is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from EWR on September 7 2025. Prices were last updated on June 20 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
On average, Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) only has 1 direct flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) per day. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Just enter your dates of travel, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
The 8 PM departures from EWR to JNB are the most sought after. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from EWR to JNB?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
What is the earliest flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)'s earliest flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) leaves at approximately 8:55PM UTC-5. With a travel time of 14h 40m, you'll arrive at around 6:35PM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
It takes about 14 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 8,000 mi from EWR to JNB.
What is the best time to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Choose a flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Johannesburg from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) is the only airport in Johannesburg with direct flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Explore your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from EWR to JNB shortly before your trip is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an EWR to JNB flight and hotel package?
Opting for an EWR to JNB flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
If you booked your EWR to JNB flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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