New York to Johannesburg flights – the most comfortable way to fly

1 airline flies nonstop between New York and Johannesburg, about 7 flights a week. The flight takes 16h 20m and covers 12,864 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on United's Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Lie-flat business class is available.

Flight time16h 20m
Distance12,864 km
Nonstop flights / week7

Most comfortable economy

United · Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Economy · 3-3-3
6.5Comfortable
  • 32″ legroom
  • 17.2″ wide seat
  • Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power
  • Seat-back screen

Most comfortable business

United · Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Lie-flat, direct aisle access · 1-2-1
8.8Superb
  • Lie-flat bed (78″)
  • 21.0″ wide seat
  • Direct aisle access
  • Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power
  • Seat-back screen

Nonstop flights from New York to Johannesburg

FlightDepartsDurationAircraftEconomyBusinessDays
United UA119
EWR → JNB
 10:20 16h 20m 787-9 Dreamliner
Wide-body
 6.5Comfortable 8.8Superb MTWTFSS

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from New York to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from New York to Johannesburg takes about 16 h 20 min and covers 12,864 km.

Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Johannesburg?

United flies nonstop, with about 7 flights a week.

What is the most comfortable economy seat from New York to Johannesburg?

United on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner: 3-3-3 layout, 32″ legroom and 17.2″ wide seats – comfort score 6.5/10 (comfortable).

Is there lie-flat business class from New York to Johannesburg?

Yes. The most comfortable is United's lie-flat, direct aisle access on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (1-2-1), comfort score 8.8/10.

Can I fly with my dog from New York to Johannesburg?

Not in the cabin – South Africa only lets pets arrive as cargo.

Is business class worth it from New York to Johannesburg?

Business is a lie-flat bed with aisle access for about 324% more than economy on United – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 6.2/10 (maybe).

Which aircraft fly from New York to Johannesburg?

Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Choose a wide-body for a quieter, roomier cabin.

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