Cheap Flights to South Africa from $526 (2026/2027)

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Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Nov 25
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$967 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$967
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 25 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Nov 25, priced at $967 found 6 days ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$967 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$967
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $967 found 5 days ago
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 3
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,067 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,067
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 29 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Thu, Dec 3, priced at $1,067 found 5 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 30
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,108 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,108
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Cape Town Intl., returning Mon, Nov 30, priced at $1,108 found 4 days ago
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,167 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,167
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 17 from San Francisco Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $1,167 found 6 days ago
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 9
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,195 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,195
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $1,195 found 6 days ago
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16
DEN
Denver Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,222 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,222
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from Denver Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $1,222 found 3 days ago
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
DEN
Denver Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,229 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,229
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 3 from Denver Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $1,229 found 6 days ago
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
HDS
Hoedspruit
$1,294 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$1,294
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Hoedspruit, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $1,294 found 5 hours ago
Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 23
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
ELS
East London
$1,324 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,324
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Apr 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to East London, returning Thu, Apr 23, priced at $1,324 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jun 10 - Sun, Jun 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,354 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,354
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Wed, Jun 10 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Sun, Jun 14, priced at $1,354 found 2 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyMay 27 to May 29$143
JNBEast LondonJune 10 to June 18$161
JNBBloemfonteinMay 21 to May 28$185
JNBCape TownJuly 10 to July 14$242
JNBHoedspruitApril 28 to May 2$265
JNBGeorgeMay 6 to May 10$266
STNJohannesburgJuly 6 to July 20$547
LGWCape TownMay 11 to May 18$734
SINCape TownJune 11 to June 17$957
SINBloemfonteinMay 10 to May 17$980
LGWLa MercyApril 29 to October 5$1,039
BKKLa MercyJune 6 to June 19$1,046
SINHoedspruitJuly 8 to July 13$1,169
LHRHoedspruitMay 13 to May 27$1,262
LGWJohannesburgMay 6 to May 14$1,555
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyApril 19 to April 22$146
JNBBloemfonteinApril 19 to April 19$197
JNBGqeberhaApril 18 to April 20$276
JNBCape TownApril 18 to April 22$285
JNBHoedspruitApril 18 to April 20$286
CPTJohannesburgApril 18 to April 25$321
JNBPietermaritzburgApril 17 to May 3$328
CPTJohannesburgApril 19 to April 26$406
CPTEast LondonApril 17 to April 21$408
STNJohannesburgApril 19 to April 25$549
FCOJohannesburgApril 17 to April 20$793
LHRJohannesburgApril 18 to April 27$1,003
JFKJohannesburgApril 18 to May 1$1,055
JFKLa MercyApril 18 to May 4$1,728
JFKJohannesburgApril 18 to April 23$2,104
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Melrose Place Boutique Hotel
3.5-star property

Melrose Place Boutique Hotel

Apr 26 - May 2

6 night stay

Kigali (KGL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $930, price is now $802 per person
$802
per person
found 1 day ago
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa
5.0-star property

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa

Apr 26 - May 2

6 night stay

Kigali (KGL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,370, price is now $1,997 per person
$1,997
per person
found 1 day ago
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf
5.0-star property

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

Apr 26 - May 2

6 night stay

Kigali (KGL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,038, price is now $884 per person
$884
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 Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal Duty Free Mall are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,905 reviews)
Breakfast is goo

Reviewed on Apr 12, 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 Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal Duty Free Mall are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,624 reviews)
Quick stop before our trip to Kruger park, conveniently located within the airport area, very friendly staff, comfortable and clean.

Reviewed on Apr 13, 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 Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
excellent

Reviewed on Apr 13, 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (681 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 $143 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 20 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 $143 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 $143 and $2,104 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.