New York (JFK) to Johannesburg (JNB)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 7,973 | 12,757 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 7,973 | 12,757 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 7,973 | 11,960 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 7,973 | 11,960 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 7,973 | 15,946 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 7,973 | 11,960 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
This long-haul flight covers 7,973 miles across 16 time zones. Most airlines offer meal service and in-flight entertainment on this route.
✈️ Flight Details
The JFK to JNB route connects New York, United States with Johannesburg, South Africa. This long-haul flight covers 7,973 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to South Africa. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a E bearing of 104° from New York. There is a 7 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About JFK
John F Kennedy International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is New York City's main international airport and one of the busiest in the United States.
🛬 About JNB
OR Tambo International Airport
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) serves Johannesburg, South Africa.