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Cheapest flights to New York

Cheapest flights to New York in the next 3 months

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Flights from Johannesburg to New York

Flights from Johannesburg to New York will get you to the “Big Apple” in approximately 15 hours and 40 minutes. Flights will take off from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and land at either John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to New York are: United Airlines, South African Airways, Qatar Airways, British Airways, and KLM. Direct flights from Johannesburg to New York are available.

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Things to know before you travel to New York City, NY

General information

Essential details you need to know before your trip.

Country United States of America
Currency US Dollar (USD)
Exchange rate 1 ZAR = 0.07 USD
Language English
Hub airport John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Time difference New York City is 6 hours behind Johannesburg.
Travel adaptor Type A & B

Travel documents

You will need a valid passport and US visa to travel from Johannesburg to New York.

Airport information

To get to the New York city centre, it is a 55-minute train ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport, a 45-minute drive from LaGuardia Airport, or a 35-minute drive from Newark Liberty International Airport.

Main attractions

Iconic attractions in New York include the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Central Park.

Cost of living in New York City, NY

Compare the costs of everyday items in Johannesburg and New York City, NY

Average meal

Inexpensive restaurant

Johannesburg R 110.00
New York City, NY R 241.15

Local beer

0,5L Draught

Johannesburg R 25.00
New York City, NY R 80.38

Pack of cigarettes

Marlboro

Johannesburg R 40.00
New York City, NY R 174.16

Taxi 1km

Normal Tariff

Johannesburg R 10.00
New York City, NY R 20.81

Cappuccino

Regular

Johannesburg R 23.43
New York City, NY R 55.63
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