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Cheapest return fare
R13 698
Typical prices: R13 106-R15 666
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Tue 15/9Wed 30/9
JNB - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 369
Typical prices: R8 625-R11 730
Qatar Airways
Sun 27/9
JNB - JFK • 1 stop
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Recent return flight deals to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:55 - 20:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 05m2 stops Accra Kotoka Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
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22:00 - 4:10JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka
R13 698Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 18
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12:10 - 7:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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13:45 - 10:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R13 714Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 18
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12:10 - 7:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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13:45 - 0:15JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R13 714Kenya Airways
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 30
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19:35 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:50 - 9:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R13 890Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Feb 2
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9:50 - 8:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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22:00 - 8:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 938Etihad Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:45 - 8:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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22:00 - 8:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R13 986Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 3
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19:35 - 12:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:50 - 10:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R14 082British Airways
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 18
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19:35 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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21:50 - 10:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R14 210British Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3
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20:15 - 16:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:34 - 19:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R14 306Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3
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20:15 - 15:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:34 - 19:40JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R14 354Virgin Atlantic
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What is the cheapest flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to New York John F Kennedy Airport was found on the route from Johannesburg, at R13 698 return. The most popular connection is from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Airport, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R16 226 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The cheapest month for flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost R14 242 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and June, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is R17 138 and R17 010 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is June with an average price of R8 497.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To get a below average price, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 1% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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R8 369
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Johannesburg to New York John F Kennedy Airport

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  • What is the cheapest flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to New York John F Kennedy Airport was found on the route from Johannesburg, at R13 698 return. The most popular connection is from Cape Town to New York John F Kennedy Airport, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R16 226 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from central New York?

    The city centre of New York is 22 km from New York.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to John F Kennedy Intl

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to John F Kennedy Intl? 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.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3657 reviews
8,0Comfort
7,9Food
8,4Crew
8,2Entertainment
8,2Boarding
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Good service. I wish there was more legroom. The food could be improved with additional options.

8,0 ExcellentRekha, Aug 2026
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Good service. I wish there was more legroom. The food could be improved with additional options.

It was very exlent flight and thanks a lot kayak

Flight was cancelled without notification. Information on flight status was not available on Emirates's website.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The seats were very comfortable and spacious. The entertainment was amazing, and so was the food!

First time flying Emirates and business class. What a civilized way to travel, everything was wonderful organized and relaxing. Thank you for providing the best first impression!

Vegetarian food was unpalatable! Definitely need to look into this. The crew were prompt and helpful and the flight as one would want was uneventful. It was a comfortable flight, with new aircraft more legroom and seating space. Would recommend travel with Emirates to others as well.

It was excellent except for at the very end. I woke up about 1.5 hrs before touchdown and wanted to order food in the Business class. I was told they had shut down food service. It would have been good to get a heads up before they closed the service. Anna the air hostess was wonderful. She did get me 2 bowls of fruit and I was very appreciative of her. Wonderful human and a hostess.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

The crew was fantastic and the over flight was perfect as well.

They shld provide food. Between food they are giving 10 hours gap which is toooo much

After going through security and waiting for the flight at the gate, there was no access to bathrooms and no place to charge a phone while waiting for the flight. But once I was on the plane, everything was very good.

The qatar airways flights were great, the code share with Indigo could have been a lot better. There is no option for web check in, there is not information on the tickets for the INDIGO PNR this caused a problem with security letting us into the airport. The indigo staff did not even want us to line up before they opened the counters. There is not option on the indigo flgith to request special meals.

I like is everything is good seets are little uncomfortable during the long flight ✈️ Doha to us , luggage 🧳 came too late overall very nice thank you for all

Nothing I knew what I was getting into ; no complaints when on string budget

The food was terrible The flight attendance was sloppy and late with everything!! Never again

I didn’t expect American Airlines. I excepted QTAR AIR LINES. From KAYAK we are booking so in the kayak site it showed qathar air lines but operating American Airlines. I don’t like .

Lounge was top notch h with great variety of food and drinks. Cabin crew were great. Smooth flight.

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Unfortunately delayed 2 hrs due to faulty tyre.. which had to be changed, but better safe than sorry.

accomodating check in staff, friendly flight crew ( a crew member was speaking tactlessly and was overfamiliar with passengers

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

Narelle and Victor were amazing and delivered 1st class customer service

The crew on both flights were courteous and professional. The flights were smooth and on time. Great experience overall. There could have been at least a drink on the flight's JFK - JAX leg.

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.

Flight delayed over two hours, very little communication from staff then had to wait 2.25 hrs to clear passport control. Had arrangements for evening ruined as a result.

Goin to Kenya from JFK was great. I was able to tell I needed help as I can not fly long distances in the economy idea of a middle seat. I became aware on a flight to paris where after the flight for about a month I had a pain in my right leg I feared might be a potential aneurysm + a weak bladder. Coming back at baggage check-in a let the attendant know and she changed me to an aisle, On check-in at the gate they asked if I paid extra for that seat and i said no and I told them what happened the lady downstairs just changed my flight seat and sent me to the gate to wait, the guy then said no the seat is a (I forgot the exact word he used) for sale seat and I said well she did not tell me that downstairs and then he said someone else had this seat and I said she was looking at the same computer screen earlier and I told her my conditionand she changed my seat. He sai come back later ans he'll see what he can do. I came back and he said the plane is filling up fast there was nothing he could do. On the flight there was an open aisle seat that I was able to take (a little earlier than the attendance liked I would admit - but the door was closed and we were about to take off) on. It turns out the seat was not "sold" because the tv screen and control were not working - no sound and no movies - they attendants said they tried to reboot but nothing fixed and it turned out someone knew the condition and just didn't tell me. It's embarrassing to have to tell everyone you see that you have an issue especially at airport gates where it seems everyone's impatient tempers are on full tilt. Beyond this the flight crew were professional and great -food was as good as airplane food can be (I have not yet tried business class to compare) and it was hot too. I will fly Kenyan Air again and recommend to whoever will listen. If you have a policy or mechanism on the Kenyan side I would appreciate knowing ahead of time what my options are. On the JFK side knowing I was a senior and had an issue got better attention. Thank You.

Flight was on time. Crew was amazing, minimal announcement interruptions, clean facilities and spaces.

Flight delay from Nairobi to JFK causing me to miss my connection. While at NBO waiting more than 5 hours for departure, no Kenyan Air representative made any announcement as to why the delay or when a new time would be given.

Very terrible airline. The flights were delayed for long hours and the customer service is terrible. Never flying with Kenya Airways again.

They boarded backwards so our zone meant nothing!!! My TV was broken, the remote was broke, the head set jack was broke! So i was stuck for 15 hours with no form of entertainment!!! The service was ok but they didn't check on us or serve many snacks. They acted like you were a burden when you hit the call button.

The crew was good but the entertainment was poor . All old movies and TV shows and very few of them. Needs current entertainment. Seats too firm. Food just ok. Nice though to have option with upgrade of no one sitting in middle seat

I purchased the upgrade to have 3 seats open, so I was able to sleep 9 hours. Without that I would have been miserable

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

Great! Apart from small sitting in one the flight everything else was good

This flight was OK, and about as good as a long-haul economy flight gets. The Good: * I was seated in a row with my family; * There was (just) enough space in the overhead bins for our luggage; * The cabin never got too hot; * The meal and beverage service was decent, and included all-metal cutlery; * The entertainment was good; * The cabin attendants were friendly and helpful. * Immigration control at JFK was a breeze -- all we had to do was get our photos taken, and we were through! Presumably this was because Madrid shared all our information with JFK in advance, but we were out of the airport within about 10 or 15 mins of getting off the plane, which is by far the fastest I have ever got out of JFK! The Bad: * We flew economy, so of course the seats were tiny and it was very cramped; * The seats were also hard -- I had a sore butt by the end, despite using the provided cushion; * The cabin got a bit too cold at one point (although I MUCH prefer this to cabins that are too hot), and Iberia also provided a blanket.

Horrible as a connecting passenger. The airport experience is horrendous in Madrid. Once on the flight everything was fine. Stop selling connecting flights through Madrid with less than 2 hrs transit time!!

Delayed suitcase - terrible service to get my suitcase next day, I was informed it would arrive today in the afternoon (Jun/28). Now, I was informed I may or may not receive it until 3 am (Jun/29).

Flight got cancelled and we did not get an email till the last minute. They rebooked us on British Airways for 6 hours later and did not inform us. We drove all the way to the airport for the AA desk attended to take a while to figure out our flights were cancelled and rebooked. British airway attendants did not show up till 4 hours later! Really poor customer service

Business class lounge for my gate was closed and no email was sent, causing me to walk back and forth to different gates, etc for over 20 minutes one way. Flight entertainment was mediocre with very poor choices especially for business class cabin. Original flight was cancelled and rebooking was difficult and no reason given for cancellation.

Departure was delayed leading to late arrival, 25 min wait for a gate. Basically, missed all our connections & had to be rebooted, which was a very long process.

I was downgraded from business class to economy class with no compensation. American Airlines is absolutely the worst airline for international travel. They treat their business class customers like dogs.

efficient. on time. cabin crew were very professional and very nice to deal with. would definately fly BA again.

Charging for the internet in business is penny wise pound foolish. WIn €20 lose customer goodwill

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