Cheap flights from Adelaide to South Africa from $1,223

ADL — JNB
1 Oct — 8 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to South Africa

Thu 22/1018:35 -
1 stop33h 15m
Fri 30/1013:45 -
1 stop41h 40m
Deal found 30/8$1,436
Mon 12/1018:35 -
1 stop33h 15m
Sat 24/1014:05 -
1 stop41h 20m
Deal found 27/8$1,729
Mon 12/1007:15 -
2 stops34h 25m
Sat 24/1014:05 -
1 stop41h 20m
Deal found 28/8$1,936
Wed 18/1122:00 -
1 stop26h 05m
Wed 9/1220:20 -
1 stop36h 15m
Deal found 31/8$2,021
Wed 21/1006:05 -
2 stops36h 40m
Sun 25/1012:35 -
1 stop42h 50m
Deal found 30/8$2,193
Sun 6/909:15 -
3 stops39h 45m
Thu 10/913:15 -
1 stop42h 15m
Deal found 29/8$2,218
Wed 7/1022:00 -
1 stop44h 45m
Wed 14/1013:15 -
1 stop42h 15m
Deal found 31/8$2,279
Thu 3/922:00 -
1 stop27h 00m
Thu 10/913:15 -
1 stop42h 15m
Deal found 31/8$2,306

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Round-trip from

$1,436

One-way from

$1,223

Popular in

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Average price

$2,123
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/10-30/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 74h 55m total
  • Adelaide to South Africa
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 45m total
  • Adelaide to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL Adelaide - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

18:35-19:20

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

14:05-11:00

2 stops36h 25m

$1,774
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AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL Adelaide - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Wed 18/11

22:00-15:35

1 stop26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

20:20-17:05

1 stop36h 15m

$2,021

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL Adelaide - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Mon 12/10

08:40-09:10

2 stops33h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

14:05-14:10

2 stops39h 35m

$2,063

AdelaideCape Town

ADL Adelaide - CPT Cape Town Intl

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Sun 6/9

09:15-17:30

3 stops39h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:15-15:00

1 stop42h 15m

$2,218

AdelaideCape Town

ADL Adelaide - CPT Cape Town Intl

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Wed 21/10

22:00-10:15

1 stop44h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/10

12:35-15:55

1 stop42h 50m

$2,233

AdelaideCape Town

ADL Adelaide - CPT Cape Town Intl

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Sun 6/9

22:00-10:15

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:15-15:00

1 stop42h 15m

$2,334

AdelaideCape Town

ADL Adelaide - CPT Cape Town Intl

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Wed 23/9

22:00-10:15

1 stop43h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

13:15-18:10

2 stops44h 25m

$2,408

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL Adelaide - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Sun 22/11

11:40-15:35

2 stops36h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

20:20-17:05

1 stop36h 15m

$2,415

AdelaideJohannesburg

ADL Adelaide - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ADLJNB

Adelaide

Sun 22/11

06:10-08:40

2 stops35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/1

20:20-08:00

2 stops51h 10m

$2,434

AdelaideCape Town

ADL Adelaide - CPT Cape Town Intl

ADLCPT

Adelaide

Wed 23/9

22:00-18:05

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

18:25-20:50

1 stop41h 55m

$2,452

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa (average of $1,750). Flying from Adelaide to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,479). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Adelaide to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Adelaide to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

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