Flying from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
New York is six hours behind Johannesburg. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to JFK.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to JFK with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JNB and JFK include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, data shows 77.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The drive from central Johannesburg to HLA generally takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to JFK flight:
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near JFK:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central New York. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
At the moment, Rs127,766 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs216,249. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Johannesburg to JFK, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to New York. July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Johannesburg to JFK flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in New York right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are top attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Baltimore is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of New York. No journey is complete without experiencing Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.