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Flights to John F Kennedy Intl - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to John F Kennedy Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to New York?

The average price of all flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to New York is Wednesday where tickets can be as cheap as $871. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where prices are $1,217 on average.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $919 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is $1,116 and $1,076 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is February with an average price of $796.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average price for all flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is generally in the morning, when flights cost $790 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,423.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 178 days before departure.

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January

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December

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FAQs - booking New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

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

    There are 14 miles between New York city center and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 to New York John F Kennedy Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are there each week?

    Each week there are around 3,138 direct flights from within South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to New York John F Kennedy Airport

  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be June, July and August. The cheapest month to fly from South Africa is February.
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South Africa to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +82 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +83 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +79 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +80 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +80 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +81 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +83 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +84 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +79 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +80 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +83 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +84 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +80 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +81 more

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Nonstop returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to South Africa

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +82 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +83 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +79 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +80 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +80 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +81 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +83 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +84 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +79 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +80 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +83 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +84 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aerolineas Argentinas, +80 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +81 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from South Africa to John F Kennedy Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to New York. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 8755 reviews
8.5Crew
8.2Boarding
7.9Entertainment
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
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Flight heavily delayed. No food available despite purchasing an upgrade. No in cabin service.

2.0 MediocreScott, Oct 2024SLC - JFK
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Flight heavily delayed. No food available despite purchasing an upgrade. No in cabin service.

It was not in Delta's control, but when we landed, we ended up parking at the wrong gate, and so everyone was already ready to deplane and had their carryon bags, ready to leave. But we had to sit down and move to the proper gate. This process took over 30 minutes. Again, not Delta's fault - more so on the staff at JFK

Staff was absolutely fantastic. There is no WiFi capabilities on this plane, the food isn’t even fit for a dog and the check in process both ways was difficult

Overall it was not that bad! The delay on the second leg to Indianapolis , was really unexpected!!

The plane was old, first class was not up to other airlines. The seat controls were touchy, not always responding to touch. The center overhead compartment was small. The entertainment was not good, part of plane had it other part did not. The experience would make me think twice before picking Delta for future travel

You cancelled my flight and made me Sleep at the airport.

First, the flight was schedule to leave at 12:08. Delayed to 12:38. It is 12:58 and I am sitting at the gate. The staff are not communicating with us (just tell me it’s gonna be five hours if that’s the case, quit hufflepuffing around like you’re trying to board us when the plane isn’t even here and you don’t know where your crew are. I’m still waiting for any communication about the further delay. This is a rebooked flight from a cancelled flight yesterday, when the airline failed to fulfill its fiduciary responsibility to hotel and cover transport for overnight cancelations. Asking about the food on the flight? What food?!? Delta doesn’t serve meals unless you pay for them and you really want me to give delta a high rating for passing out processed snacks (fun size!)? Can we be for real. Delta is cementing itself in history as one of the cheap, stingy, outdated, glory days are over airlines, and it shows. I took this flight knowing delta was going to provide below level service but this is beyond burgers!! I can’t believe a multi billion or dollar company looked straight in my eyes yesterday and I told me this wasn’t their fault and there for the extra cost in hotel and hundreds of dollars in Ubers are MY RESPONSIBILITY. The only thing I am at fault for is believing delta is reputable company worthy of my dollars. I’m not even sure I want to be compensated unless it is cash because I would rather die never traveling again than to put money in their pockets.

Flight was delayed. Had to get rebooked. Diamond medallion but stuck in a crappy seat. Rebooked flight then got delayed again. Then when we finally boarded, we waited another hour for a new crew. Then landed in JFK and sat for another 40 minutes waiting for a crew to come to the gate to be able to deplane. Hot mess all around, which unfortunately is becoming the norm for Delta

Delta One seat was uncomfortable. Cushion is too thin. Too much noise from crew in kitchen. Bathroom too small. No bluetooth for tv screen.

More extra space was awesome. Even though I was on the first groups to board, bin compartments were already occupied by passengers seated on other seat numbers. That is unacceptable.

I tried to upgrade to premium economy anis seat online during the checkin process. The payment didn’t work due to a technical glitch on KLM’s website. I wasn’t able to change my seat unless I called Amsterdam. Since I was in Canada and there’s a time difference this wasn’t practical. So when I arrived early to Ottawa airport my seat wasn’t available and I could only get a middle seat in premium economy which isn’t great. These middle seats are priced at the same rate as an aisle seat which makes no sense.

The food & entertainment really stood out in terms of quality. The nasi goreng & chicken satay were absolutely delicious. It’s great that KLM feature international cuisine.

Seats were comfortable crew members support was very good but AVML ordered or selected by us needs a lot of improvement.

Transavia flight, was booked as KLM but i couldnt select seat or access boarding pass with KLM at all. Crammed seating and very no frills experience all around. First and last time.

Transavia flight. Couldn't select seat or anything prior to flight. No connection with klm systems. Seats are very crammed. Extremely no frills.

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

Flight left a few minutes late, but that's it. I wish the seats could be wider and recline more.

It’s chaotic at the bus stop outside of the airport because of the Uber meeting point. You need to be alert and look for the KLM bus which is not branded or labeled. Incorrect information was provided to go to gate 28, when in fact the bus was at gate 27. On the plus side the bus left early and arrived early to Ottawa.

Great flight because I upgraded to Premium Comfort. Made a huge difference in the experience.

The baggage service at Malpensa was the worst ever. We wanted for over an hour without any information, they broke my suitcase, and the services of the local luggage services company was below any usual services level of a KLM partner.

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

Wasn’t allowed to continue with the purchased tickets because I hadn’t been able to go on the first scheduled leg.

Do I need to repeat my complaints about my lost carry on bag?

Noice cancelling headphones would be better since it’s a crowded plane And kids behaviors are unavoidable

More facilities to transport to the gates......felt too much walking distance

Just happy I flew Qatar Airways awesome no wonder they are #1 in the world right now! The food was just delicious, very courteous, professional crew.

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

It was a really long flight from Doha to Philadelphia and it was overall a good one. The one area that I would comment on is that there is a lot of single-use plastic and disposables in the meal service for American Airlines. It would be great to see more circular options in the meal service to reduce the amount of waste.

Suddenly Flight has been change by Qatar and there’s no information is there of us from Bom to Doha and counter person is behaving like Qatar owner next I will not buy Qatar and I will not suggest anyone to fly in Qatar

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

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

We were delayed about 5 hours each way from JFK to Nairobi. On the way out, we sat on the tarmac for 5 hours making for almost 20 hours on the plane. And the seats are so uncomfortable. My bottom has never been so sore on a long flight before. Bring a pad if you can. On the return, we were delayed 5 hours in the airport. It was reported as a 3 hour delay on the board and website but at the gate it was 5 hours. So, we waited with 3 kids in the airport when we could have been at the hotel resting instead. The flight was completely full probably due to the cancelled flight the night before. I wonder if the airline is in such shambles because of their possible impending bankruptcy. The staff were pleasant and the vegan meals we requested were impressive for an airplane tv dinner style tray.

Service was good, but I lost my baggage. There should be more accountability to passengers, and more concern to help find lost baggage.

Was too pissed about my luggage not being with me even though they assured me at the gate it was to recall any other problems. Planes on the inside are in terrible shape. Thank goodness the engines seem to run okay.

Terrible. Flew from Rwanda to Nairobi for transfer then on to Madagascar. Kenya Airways does not like to park at a gate. They park on the outskirts requiring a bus shuttle. That part is okay, but the bus drops you off outside of security. If I did not skip to the front of the line with my remaining half hour connection, I would have missed my flight. Complete security check plus taking off of shoes had to be completed (again). I made it to Madagascar, but my checked bag decided to take a trip to Dubai. I know tag on luggage was to Madagascar. No one can figure out how it made it to Dubai, except for incompetence. Even though I knew it was in Dubai, they would not allow a tracking to be done until Kenya Airways had the opportunity to get it on the next flight to Madagascar. Did not happen of course! I took 3 flights with Kenya Airways during this journey. Everyone of them had something go wrong. Please look elsewhere for another airline which I will be doing in the future.

Terrible. 6 hours late and zero urgency after the fact. Took over an hour to board and then an hour plus on the runway.

Flight was fine, food better than anticipated and flight attendants were helpful and friendly.

Our headphone plug is broken, we can not enjoy our entertainment, especially traveling with 5 year old who like to watch movie

It was good but I wished if they could have sign do not disturb if we did not wanted any meals . I was tired and slept through the entire flight and woke up just before landing .being hungry Too late to ask for something to eat before exiting the flight . Left feeling hunger 🙁

Pleasant, attentive and efficient flight attendants. Boarding process and seat selection easy. No internet on transatlantic flight. Extremely uncomfortable, rigid seat.

The seats of the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner were ridiculously uncomfortable. I was on 10 flights during this vacation and this plane was super uncomfortable both times I was on one whereas all of the others were perfectly fine. Additionally, these planes do not have any air vents that passengers can control, the climate is entirely controlled by the crew which made for an extremely uncomfortable temperature for the duration. The flight attendants tried to make everyone happy with the temperature but several people you could tell were excessively warm and just wanted a bit of airflow.

Don't fly thru London Awful and huge U need 4 hrs to transfer cuz u have to tale buses to and fro from airplanes Bad business

Staff with low service level, forgetful. Temperature at 15 C and after asking twice to raise the temperature the crew did nothing.

I was disappointed with the quality of the food for an international flight also I wasn't given a toiletry bag which is customary in international flights.

They had about 20-25 people overbooked. Including me. Why is this?? I was put on a flight to NC an hour later with a 4 hour layover. I was supposed to be home at 1045am instead i was home at 7:30pm. An extra day to pay for dog care.

Boarding is not controlled as groups called was not enforced

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Recent round-trip flight deals

 
These are the cheapest round-trip flights to New York found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
2/5Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
29h 40mJNB-JFK
2/12Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
35h 55mJFK-JNB
$698
2/5Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
29h 40mJNB-JFK
2/12Wed
1 stopEtihad Airways
35h 55mJFK-JNB
$702
12/24Tue
1 stopKenya Airways
36h 20mJNB-JFK
12/31Tue
1 stopKenya Airways
34h 55mJFK-JNB
$788
12/24Tue
1 stopKenya Airways
36h 20mJNB-JFK
12/31Tue
1 stopKenya Airways
34h 55mJFK-JNB
$793
1/21Tue
1 stopDelta
28h 35mJNB-JFK
1/31Fri
1 stopDelta
19h 30mJFK-JNB
$794
1/20Mon
1 stopDelta
26h 25mJNB-JFK
2/6Thu
1 stopDelta
19h 30mJFK-JNB
$795
2/5Wed
2 stopsKLM
27h 25mJNB-JFK
2/12Wed
2 stopsKLM
42h 15mJFK-JNB
$829
5/20Tue
1 stopKLM
23h 15mCPT-JFK
5/29Thu
2 stopsKLM
38h 25mJFK-CPT
$979
3/3Mon
2 stopsBritish Airways
25h 25mJNB-JFK
3/11Tue
1 stopBritish Airways
28h 00mJFK-JNB
$990
3/14Fri
1 stopBritish Airways
23h 20mCPT-JFK
3/16Sun
1 stopBritish Airways
29h 50mJFK-CPT
$1,049

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Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to New York found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
3/17Mon
1 stopEtihad Airways
29h 45mJNB-JFK
$403
2/3Mon
1 stopEtihad Airways
36h 30mJNB-JFK
$438
2/3Mon
1 stopEtihad Airways
29h 45mJNB-JFK
$440
2/2Sun
1 stopKenya Airways
36h 20mJNB-JFK
$472
12/3Tue
1 stopKenya Airways
36h 20mJNB-JFK
$473
12/5Thu
1 stopBritish Airways
29h 45mJNB-JFK
$818
1/9Thu
1 stopBritish Airways
34h 30mJNB-JFK
$949
1/19Sun
1 stopDelta
22h 51mCPT-JFK
$962
1/8Wed
2 stopsDelta
54h 25mCPT-JFK
$1,088
1/10Fri
1 stopKLM
34h 40mCPT-JFK
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These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to New York that are departing in the next 10 days.
11/25Mon
multi-stop
24h 45mJNB-JFK
12/2Mon
multi-stop
41h 40mJFK-JNB
$779
11/25Mon
multi-stopDelta
25h 30mJNB-JFK
12/2Mon
multi-stopDelta
27h 30mJFK-JNB
$786
11/25Mon
multi-stopDelta
24h 40mJNB-JFK
12/2Mon
multi-stopDelta
22h 30mJFK-JNB
$790
11/24Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
36h 20mJNB-JFK
12/2Mon
multi-stopKenya Airways
27h 30mJFK-JNB
$819
11/24Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
20h 35mJNB-JFK
12/1Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
19h 05mJFK-JNB
$822
11/22Fri
multi-stopBritish Airways
29h 20mJNB-JFK
11/29Fri
multi-stopBritish Airways
19h 15mJFK-JNB
$986
11/22Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
37h 10mJNB-JFK
12/5Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
21h 25mJFK-JNB
$1,059
11/26Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
33h 25mCPT-JFK
12/3Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
24h 05mJFK-CPT
$1,132
11/26Tue
multi-stopEmirates
36h 30mJNB-JFK
11/29Fri
multi-stopEmirates
29h 05mJFK-JNB
$1,309
11/25Mon
multi-stopEmirates
36h 15mCPT-JFK
12/11Wed
multi-stopEmirates
30h 20mJFK-CPT
$1,388

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