$698 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

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Popular airlines from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $698 for one-way flights and $804 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Dec 20 - Tue, Jan 6
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$804 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$804
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sat, Dec 20 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Tue, Jan 6, priced at $804 found 18 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 23
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$806 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$806
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 19 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $806 found 16 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 6
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$816 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$816
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $816 found 21 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$856 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$856
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $856 found 21 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 12
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$859 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$859
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Dec 23 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $859 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 10
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$878 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$878
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $878 found 1 day ago
Delta
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$883 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$883
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $883 found 21 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 17
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$889 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$889
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $889 found 17 hours ago
United
Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$915 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$915
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $915 found 6 days ago
KLM
Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 17
JNB
Johannesburg
EWR
New York
$939 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$939
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Johannesburg to New York, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $939 found 17 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to New York (EWR)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $735 - $1,326 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New York

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

Select flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. JFK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $879
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $879
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $5,493
LGA
LaGuardia
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $5,493
Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
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
$803
Distance
7992 mi
Average flight time
16 hours 45 mins

Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport Flights

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

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 Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport: 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 Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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 Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $698 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 Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport 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 Johannesburg to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport 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 O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $698 or cheap return flight from $804 from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The cheapest month to fly from JNB to EWR is December, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is generally when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Take a nonstop flight with United Airlines and fly straight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from JNB to EWR, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight departing from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) each day. If this doesn't fit your travel plans, consider flights with a layover. Just customize your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The 10 PM departures from JNB to EWR are the most sought after. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from JNB to EWR?
Friday has the most flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The earliest flight taking off from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) is at around 10:00PM UTC+2. Hop on this flight and you'll reach Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) at approximately 7:15AM UTC-5. The total time in the air is 16h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
The average flight duration from JNB to EWR is 16 hours and 15 minutes, covering a total distance of 8,000 mi.
What is the best time to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
To avoid possible delays on the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being 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 Newark from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) is the only airport in Newark with direct flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). Browse the options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from JNB to EWR generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a JNB to EWR flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a JNB to EWR flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your JNB to EWR flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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