Johannesburg to Newark (JNB–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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789
10:00 PM
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789
9:53 PM
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6:26 PM+1
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14h 33m
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Johannesburg to Newark
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 7,994 mi 16h 20m nonstop -6h behind 15 1-stop hubs

JNB–EWR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 7,994 miles in approximately 16h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop JNB–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
UA United Airlines 7 789 16h20 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: UA (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, JNB to EWR direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JNB to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~21h
Fastest
~49h
Longest
IAD ~21h 21m GRU ~23h 55m CDG ~26h 35m CPT ~27h 25m LHR ~27h 32m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
943
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JNB → EWR
81%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
81%
Return
EWR → JNB
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-6h
Newark is 6 hours behind Johannesburg.
JNB: SAST · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Johannesburg, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
7,994 mi / 12,865 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 16h 20m.
Getting from EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

JNB–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Johannesburg to Newark route.
Route details
Distance7,994 mi / 12,865 km
Flight time16h 20m
Time difference-6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections15 hubs
Origin: JNB
Full nameO.R. Tambo International Airport
IATA / ICAOJNB / FAOR
TimezoneAfrica/Johannesburg
Passengers/yr18.4M
Elevation5,558 ft / 1,694 m
Destination: EWR
Full nameNewark Liberty International Airport
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JNB to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 16h 20m. The route covers 7,994 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: United Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from JNB to EWR. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IAD, GRU, CDG, CPT, LHR, ZRH, ATL, FRA, MUC, IST, DXB, CAI, SIN, AMS and SWF. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 6 hours behind Johannesburg.
Yes, return flights from EWR to JNB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from JNB to EWR

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

JNB to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JNB to EWR ranges from 16 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,994 miles (12,865 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 21 hours via IAD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.