Direct flights from Newark to Johannesburg

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United States

United States

EWR

Newark Liberty Airport

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Johannesburg

South Africa

South Africa

JNB

OR Tambo International Airport

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Distance
7,989 miles  ·  (12,857 km)
Flight time
14 hours and 45 minutes
Airlines
  • United Airlines
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Boeing 787-9

Newark to Johannesburg Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Newark to Johannesburg. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from EWR to JNB, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

Note: for airline-specific flight schedules, please scroll further down.

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Best time to visit Johannesburg

What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

🌺  Subtropical

Famous for its year-round warmth, Johannesburg often sees temperatures rise above 30°C (86°F). Relax by the water, explore lush forests, or dive into the urban scene—enjoying the perfect blend of nature, adventure, and leisure of this the subtropical destination.

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You can visit Johannesburg any time of the year, but the best time to visit is during the dry season, which runs from late March to May and again from August to early November. During those months, the weather is quite enjoyable, with warm temperatures and little rain since the wet season has ended.

Airlines flying from Newark to Johannesburg

Airline-specific flight schedules from Newark to Johannesburg

Currently, there is only one airline operating non-stop flights from Newark EWR to Johannesburg JNB, which is United Airlines. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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United Airlines flight schedulefrom Newark to Johannesburg

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Newark to Johannesburg Flights

Flights from EWR to JNB are operated 7 times a week, with an average of 1 flight per day. Departure times vary between 20:50 - 21:50. The earliest flight departs at 20:50, the last flight departs at 21:50. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

You can fly in Economy and Business Class. Premium Economy and First Class are not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Newark to Johannesburg takes 14 hours and 45 minutes. The flight distance between Newark and Johannesburg is 7,989 miles (or 12,857 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Lanseria Airport (HLA).

How many flights per week are there from EWR to JNB?

There are 7 flights per week flying from Newark to Johannesburg (as of April 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Newark to Johannesburg?

14 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Newark to Johannesburg.

How far is Johannesburg from Newark?

The distance from Newark to Johannesburg is 7,989 miles (12,857 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from EWR airport to JNB airport?

United Airlines is the only airline flying nonstop from Newark to Johannesburg.

What alliances have direct flights from Newark to Johannesburg?

Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying nonstop from Newark to Johannesburg.

What classes are available from Newark to Johannesburg?

You can fly non-stop in Economy and Business Class.

What aircraft types fly from Newark to Johannesburg?

Aircraft types that fly from Newark to Johannesburg:

  • Boeing 787-9

What is the earliest flight departing from Newark to Johannesburg?

The earliest flight departs at 20:50 from Newark and arrives at 18:35 at Johannesburg.

What is the latest flight available from Newark to Johannesburg?

The latest flight departs at 21:50 from Newark and arrives at 18:35 at Johannesburg.

Popular flights from Newark via Johannesburg

Non-stop flights from EWR to JNB

7,989 miles (12,857 km)  ·  14h 45m

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