Cheap Flights to South Africa from $88 (2026/2027)

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Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$177 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Fri, Nov 13, priced at $177 found 2 days ago
Sat, Mar 13 - Wed, Mar 17
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$201 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sat, Mar 13 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Mar 17, priced at $201 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Nov 4
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
BFN
Bloemfontein
$203 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Mon, Oct 26 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Bloemfontein, returning Wed, Nov 4, priced at $203 found 2 days ago
Thu, Jul 23 - Mon, Jul 27
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
ELS
East London
$219 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Thu, Jul 23 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to East London, returning Mon, Jul 27, priced at $219 found 1 day ago
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 18
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$258 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Mon, Oct 12 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Sun, Oct 18, priced at $258 found 4 days ago
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 23
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
GRJ
George
$327 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sun, Sep 20 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to George, returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $327 found 5 days ago
Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Oct 12
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
PZB
Pietermaritzburg
$340 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Tue, Aug 4 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Pietermaritzburg, returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $340 found 16 hours ago
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
HDS
Hoedspruit
$363 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Thu, Dec 24 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Hoedspruit, returning Thu, Dec 31, priced at $363 found 5 days ago
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,068 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,068
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Aug 30 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $1,068 found 6 days ago
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,174 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,174
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 6 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $1,174 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,418 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,418
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 5 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Wed, Nov 11, priced at $1,418 found 4 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBGeorgeSeptember 20 to September 23$327
JNBPietermaritzburgAugust 4 to October 12$340
JNBHoedspruitAugust 25 to August 25$369
LGWJohannesburgSeptember 23 to September 30$613
FCOJohannesburgSeptember 22 to September 29$620
FCOCape TownSeptember 21 to October 7$630
SINJohannesburgSeptember 6 to September 11$855
LHRLa MercySeptember 10 to September 16$934
SINCape TownSeptember 10 to September 15$992
LGWJohannesburgSeptember 29 to December 18$1,200
LHRJohannesburgSeptember 17 to September 25$1,340
YYZLa MercyOctober 1 to October 7$1,396
JFKPietermaritzburgAugust 14 to August 18$1,632
FCOJohannesburgOctober 3 to March 7$1,730
JFKGeorgeJuly 6 to July 13$1,955
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyJune 26 to June 30$249
JNBGqeberhaJune 26 to June 29$282
JNBCape TownJune 27 to July 4$287
JNBBloemfonteinJune 28 to July 3$289
CPTGqeberhaJune 26 to June 28$294
CPTGeorgeJune 26 to July 6$310
CPTJohannesburgJune 27 to June 28$504
FCOJohannesburgJune 26 to July 2$767
LHRJohannesburgJune 26 to July 16$789
LHRJohannesburgJune 26 to July 16$789
FCOCape TownJune 27 to July 18$1,041
LHRCape TownJune 27 to July 11$1,094
LHRCape TownJune 27 to July 11$1,094
YYZJohannesburgJune 26 to July 4$1,430
YYZCape TownJune 28 to July 12$1,440
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Ellipse Executive Apartments
5.0-star property

Ellipse Executive Apartments

Aug 7 - Aug 11

4 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,002, price is now $1,880 per person
$1,880
per person
found 1 day ago
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Aug 2 - Aug 5

3 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Cape Town (CPT)

Delta • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Atlanta (ATL)

Qatar Airways • Coach
Price was $4,830, price is now $3,948 per person
$3,948
per person
found 10 hours ago
The Lakewood Hotel
3.0-star property

The Lakewood Hotel

Aug 7 - Aug 11

4 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,022, price is now $1,912 per person
$1,912
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! (1,976 reviews)
"Great spot for a quick overnighter at JNB airport and walkable with luggage via covered walkway in about 5 min. My room had a slight draft from a worn out window handle and was letting in freezing cold air - the hotel quickly sent maintenance and addressed the issue. Great bar/restaurant and staff. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 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! (1,003 reviews)
"The Taj hotel Cape Town is an excellent hotel. The staff are very friendly and obliging.the hotel is very clean. Breakfast is excellent with a very wide choice One very minor point.During the check in process please give out the wireless password and don't keep people waiting unnecessarily. Also ..."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 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! (689 reviews)
"The room and palace hotel were amazing. It was a great way to start our trip to South Africa. The breakfast was delicious. Shuttle around the resort was prompt and the staff was very helpful at helping you plan activities. The resort had walking trails and a great pool. Pool isn’t heated in the winter ..."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 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! (1,638 reviews)
"Close to airport with an excellent airport shuttle."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 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 $177 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, November 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 $177 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 $177 and $1,955 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.