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Cheap flights to South Africa from $2,205

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — JNB
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

Flights to South Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,098

Return from

$1,575

One-way from

$906
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to South Africa

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Cheap flights to South Africa in March & April 2024

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Cheap flights to Johannesburg
Thu 4/415:50HNL - JNB
1 stop39h 10mDelta
Sat 18/518:50JNB - HNL
2 stops36h 47mDelta
Deal found 27/3$2,789
Thu 4/415:50HNL - JNB
1 stop39h 10mDelta
Sat 18/521:55JNB - HNL
1 stop27h 43mDelta
Deal found 27/3$5,374

South Africa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for South Africa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data were last updated on 29 March 2024.
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Thu 14/1107:00HNL - JNB
2 stops39h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 18/1122:15JNB - HNL
2 stops33h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3$2,205
Fri 18/1016:10SFO - PZB
2 stops54h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 22/1008:30PZB - SFO
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,418
Wed 30/1022:30LAX - PZB
2 stops30h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 3/1114:05PZB - LAX
2 stops38h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,671
Wed 1/507:00HNL - JNB
3 stops46h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 18/519:00JNB - HNL
2 stops36h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,692
Wed 27/1115:25LAX - PZB
2 stops36h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 1/1214:05PZB - LAX
2 stops38h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3$2,786
Thu 4/415:50HNL - JNB
1 stop39h 10mDelta
Sat 18/518:50JNB - HNL
2 stops36h 47mDelta
Deal found 27/3$2,789

Find flights to South Africa within your budget

Locate flights to South Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.

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Budget

$2,692 - $4,021

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Return

Price

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Wed 1/5

3 stops46h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/5

2 stops36h 52m

$2,692

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Sat 1/6

2 stops38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/8

2 stops35h 42m

$2,964

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Wed 1/5

1 stop39h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/5

2 stops32h 22m

$3,011

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Sat 1/6

2 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/8

1 stop27h 39m

$3,676

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Wed 29/5

1 stop39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/6

2 stops36h 16m

$3,693

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Wed 29/5

1 stop39h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/6

2 stops36h 16m

$3,961

HonoluluJohannesburg OR Tambo

HNL - JNB

HNLJNB

Honolulu

Sat 1/6

2 stops36h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/8

1 stop27h 39m

$4,021

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Average price of flights to South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to South Africa is currently $0 while a return flight costs $3,431. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Africa (average of $1,110). Flying to South Africa in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,791). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,842

February

$1,701

March

$1,758

April

$1,963

May

$1,895

June

$2,174

July

$2,200

August

$2,061

September

$2,351

October

$1,888

November

$1,860

December

$2,744

Peak season

The captivating southernmost country of South Africa is an exciting year-round destination offering a wide range of attractions for intrepid travellers. Whether you arrive on cheap flights to South Africa for game watching, hiking, whale watching, botanic gardens, shopping or surfing, you can rest assured you’ll never be wanting for things to do. Most flights to South Africa land in Cape Town or Johannesburg – Cape Town is the oldest but most progressive city, while Johannesburg is a base for famous wildlife reserve, Kruger National Park. Peak season for travel to South Africa is from November to March when the weather is warm and sunny, with dramatic thunderstorms and heavy rains in the afternoons. The South African main school holidays are from mid-December to mid-January, so avoid seaside resorts as they will be busy and accommodation prices jump markedly. It is best to avoid travelling to South Africa at Easter too as there is a 10 day school holiday allocated.

Off season

The winter months (June to August) are cold and wet in the inland areas, with snowfall on the mountain ranges, but for the Cape this is the ‘green season’ and nature lovers may find cheap flights to South Africa at this time. Some areas such as east coast of Kwazulu-Natal are best visited in winter when the humidity drops.

Temperature and rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

JNB

Temperature

10 - 20 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

It depends what you want to see and do once you’ve arrived on your flights to South Africa. If game watching at Kruger National Park is your top priority then book flight tickets between May and September. If you want to surf and dive, then summer is the best time for water based activities. Spring and autumn are considered ideal for hiking when the weather is cooler. Avoid travel during periods such as school holidays, Christmas and Easter.

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated 29 March 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with South African, Qatar Airways and Qantas Airways to South Africa have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
4,156 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
1,684 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.9
Good
1,192 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.7
Good
4,553 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,510 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

What is good to know if travelling to South Africa?

  • There’s no need to feel stressed in Cape Town, don’t miss these top spots for relaxing and unwinding in the city.
  • This quirky tour of Cape Town involves a bit of leg work but it’s worth it if you like getting your heart pumping and feet pounding.
  • Visit The Pig and Whistle, the oldest licensed pub in South Africa that has been in operation since 1832 providing hospitality to travellers and locals alike.
  • Looking for accommodation that’s slightly out of the norm? Why not try sleeping in a lighthouse in South Africa.
  • How long is the flight to South Africa?

    Flights from Sydney to South Africa – 14 hours. Flights from Melbourne to South Africa – 16 hours 35 minutes. Flights from Brisbane to South Africa – 16 hours 40 minutes. Flights from Perth to South Africa – 10 hours 45 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights to South Africa?

    Qantas operates direct flights to South Africa from Sydney, and indirectly from Melbourne and Brisbane. Other airlines that fly from Australia to South African cities include: British Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Virgin Australia and national carrier South African Airways, which services the city of Perth from Cape Town and Johannesburg.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Flights land at either Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) 22km east of the city centre, or Cape Town International Airport (CPT) 20km from the city centre. Johannesburg Airport is serviced by reliable public transport options such as bus, train, taxi, and even limos, while Capetown Airport offers buses, taxis and private shuttles. There are a number of car rental desks at both airports should you require an independent means of travel.

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