Cheap Flights to South Africa from $536 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To South Africa?

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Tue, May 12 - Sun, May 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,016 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,016
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, May 12 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Sun, May 24, priced at $1,016 found 4 days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 19
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,122 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,122
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 8 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Fri, Feb 19, priced at $1,122 found 1 day ago
Thu, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 23
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,145 Roundtrip, just found
$1,145
Roundtrip
just found
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 17 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $1,145 just found
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 16
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,173 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,173
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $1,173 found 6 days ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,217 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,217
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Mon, Nov 9, priced at $1,217 found 1 day ago
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
HDS
Hoedspruit
$1,314 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,314
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Hoedspruit, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $1,314 found 5 days ago
Wed, May 13 - Wed, Jun 10
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
GRJ
George
$1,332 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,332
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, May 13 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to George, returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $1,332 found 5 days ago
Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 12
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,355 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,355
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, May 8 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Tue, May 12, priced at $1,355 found 4 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBBloemfonteinMay 19 to May 23$227
JNBGqeberhaJuly 24 to July 27$267
JNBCape TownMay 19 to May 24$282
JNBGeorgeMay 12 to May 13$333
STNJohannesburgMay 12 to May 16$554
SINJohannesburgJuly 2 to July 9$740
SINCape TownMay 28 to June 3$999
SINBloemfonteinMay 22 to May 29$1,025
SINGeorgeMay 23 to June 3$1,046
LGWGqeberhaMay 11 to May 22$1,107
LHRBloemfonteinMay 21 to May 28$1,148
LHREast LondonJune 29 to July 3$1,197
LHRHoedspruitMay 12 to May 19$1,213
LHRPietermaritzburgAugust 3 to August 10$1,452
LGWJohannesburgMay 13 to May 21$1,470
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyMay 2 to May 11$186
JNBGqeberhaMay 3 to May 7$287
CPTGqeberhaMay 1 to May 3$298
CPTGeorgeMay 1 to May 10$298
JNBHoedspruitMay 1 to May 4$341
JNBPietermaritzburgMay 2 to May 21$342
JNBGeorgeMay 1 to May 3$443
SINJohannesburgMay 1 to May 10$861
BKKJohannesburgMay 1 to May 15$960
LHRCape TownMay 3 to May 19$1,066
SINGqeberhaMay 1 to May 3$1,096
YYZCape TownMay 3 to May 18$1,168
LHRLa MercyMay 1 to May 8$1,178
LGWJohannesburgMay 1 to May 9$1,841
YYZJohannesburgMay 2 to May 7$1,887
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

May 15 - May 18

3 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

Kenya Airways • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $3,000, price is now $2,365 per person
$2,365
per person
found 14 hours ago
Babylonstoren
5.0-star property

Babylonstoren

May 7 - May 11

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

Emirates • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $4,451, price is now $3,355 per person
$3,355
per person
found 2 hours ago
Le Quartier Francais
5.0-star property

Le Quartier Francais

May 7 - May 11

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

Emirates • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $3,065, price is now $2,576 per person
$2,576
per person
found 2 hours ago
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City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,905 reviews)
The hotel perfectly suited our needs for an overnight stay between flights. Comfortable room, enjoyable late night meal, & delicious breakfast buffet. Indoor accessibility to the airport was a big plus. And reasonably priced!

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,620 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

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Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

5 out of 5
1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Long Street and Table Mountain are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent staff. Very friendly. Very warm. The balcony door didn’t lock and the chain lock on main door was missing. One of the drawers in the bathroom was also off its track.

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

5 out of 5
Sun City Resort Moses Kotane North West
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Moses Kotane. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions The Valley of Waves and The Gary Player Golf Course are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (682 reviews)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Honeymoon – Made Exceptional by Sherly Our honeymoon at The Palace of the Lost City was extraordinary, but what truly made it unforgettable was the incredible care and dedication of one staff member: Sherly. From the moment we arrived she went far beyond what we expected. Knowing ...

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to South Africa?
To give you a figure to work with, the cheapest roundtrip flight to South Africa was $186 in the last seven days. An excellent way to score a great deal is to be flexible with your dates. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to South Africa departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to South Africa?
When organizing a South Africa trip, you can pick from 15 airlines. Make Airlink (South Africa) your go-to carrier for flights to Cape Town. It offers roughly 684 flights each month to this lively city.
What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?
If you're planning a break in South Africa, May is the cheapest month to travel there. This is based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Select your travel dates and reserve your spot today.
How can I check my flight status to South Africa?
"Trips" should be your first stop when it comes to the finer details of your flight to South Africa. Our customer portal allows you to manage everything in the same place, from checking the status of your flight to making updates to your booking. Click on Trips at the top right of the Travelocity homepage and then create a new account or sign in to an existing one. Alternatively, download the Travelocity app and access your travel itinerary while you're out and about. Whether you've got the family flying with you or you're wandering on your own, all your bookings are in the palm of your hand.
How do I find the best deals on flights to South Africa?
Being flexible with your dates is a great way to land a bargain. Travelocity makes it a snap to find your perfect fare through the "Flexible dates" function. Search for your South Africa flight, then compare prices for surrounding days by hitting the "Flexible dates" dropdown box above. Booking earlier and avoiding peak periods are other tips. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a roundtrip flight to South Africa was $186 on our site. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to South Africa with Travelocity?
From cheap flights to South Africa to hotels and activities, Travelocity is your one-stop shop for epic adventures. With everything at your fingertips, you can relax while preparing for the wonderful things you'll be getting up to in South Africa and less time on the travel details. Plus with our Price Match Guarantee and free cancellation on most activities, we go out of our way to make your next break the best one yet.
What are the most popular flight routes to South Africa?
With excellent connections, booking flights to South Africa is stress-free. Check out some of the busiest flight routes to this favorite destination:

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 7,579 flights a month.
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 4,623 flights a month.
  • Harare (HRE-Harare Intl.) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 2,062 flights a month.

How much is a flight to South Africa on average?
Plane tickets for roundtrip flights to South Africa cost between $186 and $1,887 in the last seven days. As soon as you spot an awesome deal, lock it in and get ready to take off on your next wonderful adventure with Travelocity. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to South Africa?
Where you take off from will usually determine how long your direct flight to South Africa will be. Here are a few of the more popular routes to South Africa and their average journey times:

  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 2 hours and 1 minute
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 1 hour and 11 minutes
  • Harare (HRE-Harare Intl.) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 1 hour and 45 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to South Africa?
Factors including which airline company you're jetting off with and where you're departing from will mostly determine your travel experience. You'll likely find a range of flights to South Africa, from cheap flights for family vacations to first class fares. Hot meals, drinks and entertainment are a taste of what most airlines provide on long-haul flights.