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

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Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,068 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,068
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 31 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $1,068 found 2 hours ago
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 23
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,088 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,088
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 7 from Washington Dulles Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $1,088 found 1 day ago
Sun, Apr 25 - Thu, May 6
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,092 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,092
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Apr 25 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Thu, May 6, priced at $1,092 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,174 Roundtrip, just found
$1,174
Roundtrip
just found
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 25 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $1,174 just found
Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,310 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,310
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Mon, Sep 14 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Fri, Sep 18, priced at $1,310 found 3 days ago
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 16
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,365 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,365
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 4 from Washington Dulles Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $1,365 found 4 days ago
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,516 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,516
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $1,516 found 5 days ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
GRJ
George
$1,585 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,585
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Washington Dulles Intl. to George, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $1,585 found 5 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyAugust 9 to August 18$175
JNBBloemfonteinAugust 6 to August 13$213
JNBEast LondonJuly 7 to July 14$269
JNBGqeberhaAugust 15 to August 18$284
JNBPietermaritzburgJune 29 to July 23$347
LGWJohannesburgSeptember 14 to September 30$598
LGWCape TownSeptember 25 to October 1$695
SINJohannesburgSeptember 3 to September 9$828
BKKLa MercySeptember 15 to October 14$940
LGWLa MercySeptember 1 to September 15$990
LHRGeorgeSeptember 4 to September 13$1,040
LGWJohannesburgSeptember 24 to September 30$1,260
LGWGqeberhaJuly 5 to July 13$1,297
LHRJohannesburgSeptember 24 to September 30$1,320
BKKJohannesburgSeptember 22 to September 26$1,750
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyJune 21 to June 27$221
JNBCape TownJune 19 to June 23$229
CPTJohannesburgJune 20 to June 21$253
JNBBloemfonteinJune 20 to June 22$308
JNBGqeberhaJune 19 to June 22$325
JNBGeorgeJune 19 to June 21$352
JNBHoedspruitJune 21 to June 30$370
LHRJohannesburgJune 20 to July 1$724
LHRJohannesburgJune 20 to July 1$724
FCOCape TownJune 20 to July 5$788
LHRLa MercyJune 21 to July 7$942
LHRLa MercyJune 21 to July 7$942
LHRCape TownJune 19 to June 26$1,235
LHRCape TownJune 19 to June 26$1,235
JFKHoedspruitJune 20 to July 4$2,332
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Kilima Franschhoek
5.0-star property

Kilima Franschhoek

Aug 1 - Aug 7

6 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Cape Town (CPT)

Ethiopian Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Atlanta (ATL)

Qatar Airways • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $4,022, price is now $2,852 per person
$2,852
per person
found 1 day ago
Babylonstoren
5.0-star property

Babylonstoren

Aug 1 - Aug 7

6 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Cape Town (CPT)

Ethiopian Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Atlanta (ATL)

Qatar Airways • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $5,283, price is now $3,977 per person
$3,977
per person
found 1 day ago
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Aug 2 - Aug 7

5 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Cape Town (CPT)

Virgin Atlantic • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Atlanta (ATL)

Qatar Airways • Coach
Price was $6,278, price is now $4,916 per person
$4,916
per person
found 1 day 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! (1,981 reviews)
"Perfect for an overnight between flights."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 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 Cape Town Stadium are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,020 reviews)
"There was a spa and message offer posted all over the property and in the lifts, but when I went to the spa, they refused to honor the offer saying that the posted offer was a mistake and I would need to pay full price. It was disappointing to say the least."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 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! (1,651 reviews)
"The airport shuttle runs every 15 minutes. The best part of this hotel is the breakfast and dinner buffet - just excellent food!"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 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.
Opens in a new windowThe Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort
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 $175 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, August 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 $175 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 $175 and $2,332 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.