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Cheap Flights from OR Tambo to North America

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
New York
New York1 stopR14 377
Atlanta
Atlanta2 stopsR15 848
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stopR16 426
Toronto
Toronto1 stopR14 179
Miami
Miami1 stopR15 781
Boston
Boston2 stopsR14 311
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.2 stopsR15 153
Dallas
Dallas1 stopR15 930
San Francisco
San Francisco2 stopsR16 228
Denver
Denver2 stopsR16 178
Chicago
Chicago1 stopR16 525
Las Vegas
Las Vegas1 stopR16 839
Mexico City
Mexico City2 stopsR18 855
Seattle
Seattle1 stopR16 608
Houston
Houston2 stopsR16 128
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale2 stopsR16 525
New York
New York1 stopR14 377
Atlanta
Atlanta2 stopsR15 848
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stopR16 426
Toronto
Toronto1 stopR14 179
Miami
Miami1 stopR15 781
Boston
Boston2 stopsR14 311
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.2 stopsR15 153
Dallas
Dallas1 stopR15 930
San Francisco
San Francisco2 stopsR16 228
Denver
Denver2 stopsR16 178
Chicago
Chicago1 stopR16 525
Las Vegas
Las Vegas1 stopR16 839
Mexico City
Mexico City2 stopsR18 855
Seattle
Seattle1 stopR16 608
Houston
Houston2 stopsR16 128
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale2 stopsR16 525

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from OR Tambo to North America 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 return flight deals from OR Tambo to North America

Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 19
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19:35 - 18:00
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YYZ
29h 25m
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20:25 - 10:00
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JNB
30h 35m
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R14 179Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Dec 7
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20:40 - 16:55
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YYZ
26h 15m
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23:00 - 8:20
YYZ
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JNB
26h 20m
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R14 377Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26
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20:15 - 15:35
JNB
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JFK
25h 20m
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Virgin Atlantic Logo
23:40 - 10:25
JFK
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JNB
28h 45m
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R14 377Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
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9:45 - 8:35
JNB
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JFK
28h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
22:20 - 8:15
JFK
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JNB
27h 55m
1 stop
R14 377Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 17:56
JNB
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YYZ
25h 56m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
14:30 - 18:30
YYZ
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JNB
22h 00m
2 stops
R14 426United Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Oct 11
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22:00 - 13:47
JNB
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YYZ
21h 47m
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United Airlines Logo
10:15 - 18:30
YYZ
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JNB
26h 15m
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R14 426United Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:15 - 22:50
JNB
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JFK
32h 35m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
15:30 - 19:40
JFK
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JNB
22h 10m
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R14 542Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 6:35
JNB
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JFK
20h 35m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 0:25
JFK
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JNB
27h 40m
1 stop
R14 559Kenya Airways
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 7:35
JNB
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JFK
20h 35m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
13:45 - 0:15
JFK
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JNB
28h 30m
1 stop
R14 559Kenya Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 8:35
JNB
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JFK
28h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 8:15
JFK
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JNB
34h 30m
1 stop
R14 625Etihad Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to North America flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to North America to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to North America from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found in the last 5 days was to Atlanta, at R11 533 return. The most popular route is from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Newark Airport (EWR), and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was R14 711.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to North America?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to North America is generally at night, when retur flights cost R18 958 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to North America is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R18 958.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of R17 946, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America is February, when tickets cost R16 509 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and June, when the average cost of return tickets is R20 623 and R20 227 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America, 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 a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to North America, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

R7 998
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
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  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to North America?

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  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to North America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to North America with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to North America?

    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 from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg to North America up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to North America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from OR Tambo to North America? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1552 reviews
7,7Comfort
7,2Entertainment
7,3Food
7,8Boarding
8,4Crew
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It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

10,0 Excellentsmit, Mar 2026
BLR - AMS
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It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

The plane. Airbus A330-200. Comfortable for a 7-hour flight. Seats seemed to have more legroom. I was in row 17. Flight was operated by Delta but was better than expected.

The flight was delayed for 2 hrs. Because they didn’t have a crew to fly. And it is not a first time for klm to do that. Last time they cancelled my filght and rebooked me 3 days later. Not reliable airline

Overall a good experience. We were disappointed when we had to check our carry on due to the plane being full. KLM hadn’t notified us and we had valuable items in the carry on but they still made us check it. Some of the food was great and some was mediocre. Crew is really kind and funny.

Amazing KLM service and brilliant economy comfort seats. Well worth the extra.

Check in at the desk was very slow pus Security, although not Virgin issue at JFK was a nightmare. 50 minuet wait no time to explore airport and get last minuet gifts. total wait 1.5hours

Your flight delayed at Heathrow n I almost missed my mother funeral.you idiots. I had to waste 10 hours in different airports. Thank your stars I'm not suing you.

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

My only complaint is that the pocket in front of me was ripped and my things, like iPad and airline magazines, kept slipping to the floor.

From the start everything was perfectly fine. First meal was fantastic. Breakfast needs a lot of work and food was overcooked and not very nice for breakfast. Staff were fantastic friendly nice they came round and check we need anything else to eat or drink

Tai-City to Atlanta :Lots of legroom on the flight. No interaction from the staff at all on the plane. They only attended to the First Class passengers. There was no entertainment. Security I was body scanned even though I hadn't set off an alarm, my father-in-law in his 80s, was stopped and subjected to a through body search, told that they would have to place their hands in intimate places. There were several border guards present, and as we walked off we could hear the TWA officer talk about the procedure as if he was training. My father-in-law was a little upset about the whole process. A kind explanation that training was taking place would have been more acceptable, and it felt dehumanizing to him. Atlanta to London: Check in was difficult we had been unable to do this online for 2 of the family members on the same booking both in their mid to late-80s. No seats had been allocated for them and we were all travelling Premium Economy. After several phone calls to the booking agent and conversations with Delta staff at TriCites airport, we were told that seats would be allocated at the gate in Atlanta. When we arrived at Atlanta, and spoke to a member of the boarding staff at the gate, he was curt and repeated back exactly what we had just told him, that only one of us was checked in. I explained that we had been unable to check-in online for the 2 family members (I had tried twice). He again repeated back that we needed to check-in. As we were in transit, I was at a loss at what he wanted us to do, but he kept repeating that we needed to do this. I asked where we should do this. No answer. In fact all he did throughout was look at his screen. He told us that there were no seats in Premium Economy, and that he could offer my parents-in-law 'two seats at the back'. I asked if he meant at the back of Premium Economy, and he replied, 'No, at the back of the plane'. At this point, myself and my father-in-law pointed out that they had paid for Premium Economy tickets and expected seats there. He never took his eyes off the screen once. Then he hit a button and it printed out two boarding passes for my parents-in-law. The seats were directly across from my seat. He had gone from saying there were no seats to somehow finding two together. No explanation, no eye contact, nothing. The flight: As we boarded, our first introduction to the flight was the stewardess at the entrance addressing a passenger with an annoyed and loud voice about a bag that belonged to them. That was not promising. The seats were good, and so were all the accessories. The food, etc.: we had flown with Virgin on our outward journey and I could not fault it. The service and food was excellent, the stewards very helpful, offering additional drinks and snacks. The toilets were more accessible than Delta, which were in the economy area and were told in no uncertain terms that we should not use the First Class toilets, even though they were much closer to our section of the plane. We had a menu for both flights, yet when I asked for the chicken dish on Delta, I was told that there was none left and that there was another chicken dish with mashed potatoes and that 'it was fine'. This was almost pushed on me before I could answer. I was sitting 3 rows from the front of the section, so I was surprised that they had already run out. I repeated that I would like the chicken dish on the menu, and asked whether she would be able to get one from her colleague who was serving in the other aisle. The stewardess replied 'No, that's not how it works!' It always has on previous flights, so I was a bit confused. I accepted that I would have to opt for the pasta option (no choice), but was a little perturbed by her response. Minutes later she returns and hands me the chicken dish I had originally asked for. I had already started eating the other one, but was told curtly that I could have both. This was the same stewardess who was shouting at a passenger as we boarded the plane. The food was very poor in the end, nowhere near as good as Virgin's. Unlike Virgin, there was no starter, no bread roll, just a main and a brownie served in a cardboard container. Virgin had provided real china and glass. Unlike Virgin, they did not return to ask if we wanted more drinks, and there was no tea or coffee served after the meal. The breakfast that was served later was equally poor and inedible, apart from the fruit. At the time, the stewardess, a different one, completely walked past my mother-in-law and did not offer her a hot drink. Both my parents-in-law are in their mid to late 80s, they have been world travellers in their time and had decided that this would be the last flight that they ever take. They have health problems, including memory issues. I feel that overall the journey back to London was pretty unpleasant for them especially, and that they were treated badly, especially by the ground staff. We have lived on two continents and are used to long haul flights, and I have to say that this is up there in the worst flight category. Bearing in mind that we had paid extra money expecting comfort and additional attention, it was extremely disappointing. I would fly Virgin again, but never Delta. The two flights were incomparable.

Staff was friendly. Food was so-so. The economy seats are probably some of the most uncomfortable I’ve ever sat in. The headrest kept falling down which has happened multiple times before on Virgin.

On arrival to JFK it to 3.5hrs to clear immigration, as only 3 booths open. Almost missed connection

I didn’t like that I had to be pulled aside to be searched in front of people like a criminal. Even if you had to search people create a room no in front of people. It’s not decent at all. I love to fly with virgin always.

The crew were fabulous. We travelled Doha to Miami and the crew in board we exceptional too.

Qatar was pretty OK for their services but Arangrant was awful at theirs and frankly lied to me. Qatar offers four business class fares and only three of them allow lounge access. This is a horrible policy when you pay so much for business class and shame on them for denying the simple use of their lounges for this confusion. When I requested my business class ticket with Arangrant I knew this and specifically told them I would only purchase the lowest class business seat that would still permit me lounge access on all legs of my trip. They lied to me and said I did and then I was refused this service on my return flights. I had no less than 4-8 schedule changes and got screwed by a late departure from DCA on my double connection to JNB. I lost nearly a full day on my outbound and then had little to no use of the lounges on my outbound flights. To then be denied access on my return flights made the 27 hour trip home pretty awful. Kayak should no longer work with Arangrant as they are dishonest and liars. Qatar should price all four of their business class fares to include lounge access and stop the insanity they have forced on people. My return trip home nearly ruined my entire trip to South Africa and I blame Arangrant for telling me lies and for Qatar for offering insane rules and regulations on such expensive business class fares. For the money I paid to Qatar, I did not receive the full services I was promised. I will probably never use Arangrant and their ignorant services ever again. I will question whether I ever fly on Qatar Airways again as well. When you pay so much and get such little in return, it leaves a bad taste in your mouth. Arangrant gives the whole industry a bad name and Qatar is not far behind them. I can honestly say that the wretched service and way I was treated by both have soured me on travel companies and airlines. It is bad enough that we have an idiot, felon, racist and bigoted president and administration to contend with while he has started an illegal war, I did not expect to get screwed over by Arangrant and Qatar as well. Shame on all of you.

You are the best, keep up the good work. Thank you for allowing me and my family to fly with comfort.i am waiting for upgrade some day. Thanks again

Being a QR Platinum member traveling in business class, I expected the staff to be more courteous. Unfortunately, the lady staff was rude attending business class 1K side.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Not good. Expected a lot more as far as excellence.

I had never seen any cabin crews behaving like that. They are not at all professionally fit for this job

The seats did not have foot rest. If there is no foot rest you can’t sleep.

Excellent service and very comfortable business class for a long journey. Carry on bags in business class weight limits

The crews have been excellent I feel like they go an extra mile to make my trip the most comfortable one and they do it cheerfully. I left my usb cable in the plane and two of the crews found me and gave it to me. Now where in the woods can you get such service I asked them to give you their names: Khaoula,Bhagwan,Juliet’s,Pam’s and two more from ATL to Doha trip. Yeah get free commercial fr me Fly Qatar whenever and wherever you fly and you will never be disappointed!!!

Crew was dismissive. Snacks and refills not offered. Poor business class experience. Bed not comfortable compared to Emirates or BA.

We were Polaris passengers and found the service poor. The food was ok but the flight attendants were not attentive and rushed the service.

Food was very very bad! Same flight from US was amazing with great food but the food prepared for the flight from Cape Town to New York was not eatable. The crew also did not smile once. They all looked like it was a shift they had not signed up for but were forced to take. :(

Crew was unhelpful in boarding. Did not help passengers board and store bags efficiently. Did not alleviate tensions as passengers had to stow bags then return forward to seats. Baggage rules are unreasonable. Will fly southwest next time

On time - really well operated flight. Friendly staff. Super impressed with United on this round trip.

Upon entering the Newark airport, the first United person we met trying to check our bags was the rudest person I have ever met from United. Set the tone for the day. Every employee that I met from then on was better, but that initial impression created by this woman that did not like her job stuck with me.

Less packaged foods in between meals Appreciated fruits cheese platters ice cream

Flight was canceled and United offered zero assistance. Left many of us in an unsafe situation

The flight from Lisbon to Newark was much, mush better then flight from Newark to Porto.

The flight itself was fine and the pilots were great. The crew was awful - the purser WOULD NOT SHUT UP, they ran out of food, I would not serve the “beef” dinner option to my dog. The boarding process was a clusterfuck-no announcements were made about boarding groups, and when we did get on the plane, attendants were blocking the aisles taking orders for the premier lounge and not letting the poors get to their seats

They lost my luggage on my way to Namibia (I was unable to review that flight as I was in the bush/off line) It took 3 days to get my bag and I had to pay $375.00 to have it transported to my location as it was over 100 Kilometers from that Airport and the local Airlink carrier would not got that far.

Great flight, last one out the air-conditioning was far to hot and the return it was to cold and then issued blankets. On the outward bowned the headset connector didn't work properly. You had intermittent sound from the audio socket.

Terrible service especially for premium economy. Much more comfortable seats on other providers

Our original booking with Kayak -our first experience -was exactly what we wanted and worked well. Updates were friendly and reassuring as were the contacts with UnderPricer so a big win-win. We learned a lot on your reliability and will definitely put you on our organisational list for the future.

If they wouldn't have canceled the flight WITHOUT informing me until I looked at my ticket and saw I had 2 extra layovers in 2 different cities than the ones I paid for? That would have been nice.

Poor BA get a lot of stick and have some problems getting your bags to the same destination BUT the whole experience is very much 5 star and probably due to excellent, helpful and sooo British staff. We travelled in economy plus.

The 7 hour delay in Johannesburg was extremely tiresome, with poor communication at check-in and a sad R120 voucher as compensation. All in all sitting for 10 hours on an airport was pretty bad. At arrival the baggage arrival took 2 hours. All in all, a very, very long trip.

British Air ways was good - American Airlines not: waited at gate for “mechanical issues” and stood at gate.. plane delayed, … staff at desk rude, had to check my personal carry on item, toilet not working… “please use the working one sparingly- it will overflow in the cabin”

Annoying customer pushing my seat did not make this pleasant.

the headphone jack was damaged making it impossible to keep a clear sound. while it is beyond the airline's control how many children are on each flight, it becomes very difficult to enjoy the flight when there are 5 or 6 children all crying and screaming at the same time. I know there is no good solution at the industry level, but I think there are good reasons to try to develop some solutions rather than just say it is the luck of the draw. maybe you could show a seating map where children who are booked are a different color, that would allow us to know what to expect and possibly rebook to a different seat or take a different flight. maybe some of the covid-related ideas about redesigning the cabin for more privacy and hygiene could be further developed and tested. on my leg from London to Washington DC, the passenger next to us was coughing consistently for long periods of time. it was obvious she had been ill and knew it before boarding. this leads me to think we should consider additional screening measures because some of the public is no longer acting responsible or ethical in regards to covid and health protocols. just answering questions on a check-in survey does not seem sufficient to convince people to not fly when they are ill and symptomatic.

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