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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, 9 Dec. - Tue, 30 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,792 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,792
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, 9 Dec. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Tue, 30 Dec., priced at AU$1,792 found 2 days ago
British Airways
Fri, 5 Dec. - Wed, 17 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,964 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,964
Return
found 6 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Wed, 17 Dec., priced at AU$1,964 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, 5 Dec. - Wed, 17 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,977 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,977
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Wed, 17 Dec., priced at AU$1,977 found 6 days ago
British Airways
Thu, 20 Nov. - Mon, 8 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$1,990 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,990
Return
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, 20 Nov. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, 8 Dec., priced at AU$1,990 found 2 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, 21 Aug. - Wed, 3 Sep.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,011 Return, found 18 hours ago
AU$2,011
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, 21 Aug. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Wed, 3 Sep., priced at AU$2,011 found 18 hours ago
British Airways
Fri, 5 Dec. - Wed, 17 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,021 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$2,021
Return
found 6 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Wed, 17 Dec., priced at AU$2,021 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, 9 Dec. - Tue, 30 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,025 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,025
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, 9 Dec. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Tue, 30 Dec., priced at AU$2,025 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 20 Nov. - Mon, 8 Dec.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,086 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$2,086
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 20 Nov. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Mon, 8 Dec., priced at AU$2,086 found 2 days ago
United
Thu, 22 Jan. - Sat, 31 Jan.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,216 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$2,216
Return
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, 22 Jan. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Sat, 31 Jan., priced at AU$2,216 found 4 days ago
Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 22 Jan. - Sat, 31 Jan.
EWR
New York
JNB
Johannesburg
AU$2,225 Return, found 4 days ago
AU$2,225
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Thu, 22 Jan. from New York to Johannesburg, returning Sat, 31 Jan., priced at AU$2,225 found 4 days ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$1,303 - AU$2,157 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg route information
Origin airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Ethiopian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Return price
AU$1,792
Distance
12788 km
Average flight time
14 hours 5 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Johannesburg

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from EWR to JNB?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip flight between EWR and Johannesburg Airport was AU$1,792. Cheap tickets don't stick around for long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to JNB?
We get that life can throw the odd curveball, so we've made it as simple as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Johannesburg Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for EWR to Johannesburg Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from EWR to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
With a flight distance of 12 900 kilometres from Newark Airport to JNB, this is a long-haul journey. Make sure you keep well hydrated and move your legs from time to time.
Which airlines fly direct from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to JNB?
United Airlines (UA) will get you from EWR to JNB comfortably and safely. You can choose from 30 flights each month along this route.
Are Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to JNB flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to pick up great last-minute deals from EWR to JNB, but it's also possible to miss out entirely! As many airlines release prices up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you spot a good bargain. Expedia compares carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can be certain you're always getting the latest offers.

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport Airports

New York

John F. Kennedy Intl. to Johannesburg
AU$1,518.10
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