Cheap Flights to South Africa from $60 (2026/2027)

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Cape Town

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Thu, Mar 11 - Thu, Apr 29
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$117 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Thu, Mar 11 from Cape Town Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Thu, Apr 29, priced at $117 found 17 hours ago
Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Mar 25
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$135 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sun, Mar 21 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Thu, Mar 25, priced at $135 found 4 days ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 17
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Airlink flight, departing Tue, Jan 12 from Cape Town Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Sun, Jan 17, priced at $275 just found
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 8
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
GRJ
George
$280 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Wed, Dec 23 from Cape Town Intl. to George, returning Fri, Jan 8, priced at $280 found 14 hours ago
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 17
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
ELS
East London
$328 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Mon, Aug 31 from Cape Town Intl. to East London, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $328 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Sep 3
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
BFN
Bloemfontein
$333 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Tue, Aug 18 from Cape Town Intl. to Bloemfontein, returning Thu, Sep 3, priced at $333 found 2 days ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
HDS
Hoedspruit
$365 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$365
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Cape Town Intl. to Hoedspruit, returning Thu, Jan 21, priced at $365 found 2 days ago
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
HLA
Lanseria
$436 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$436
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Cape Town Intl. to Lanseria, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $436 found 4 days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 5
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,085 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,085
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 25 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $1,085 found 2 days ago
Mon, May 10 - Fri, May 21
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,088 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,088
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, May 10 from Washington Dulles Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Fri, May 21, priced at $1,088 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 8
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,130 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,130
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Aug 30 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Tue, Sep 8, priced at $1,130 found 6 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBGqeberhaSeptember 16 to September 27$179
JNBBloemfonteinSeptember 4 to September 11$183
JNBGeorgeOctober 10 to October 14$199
JNBPietermaritzburgSeptember 2 to September 6$325
LGWCape TownSeptember 20 to September 28$639
SINJohannesburgSeptember 18 to September 28$791
LHRGeorgeSeptember 1 to September 15$933
LHRGqeberhaSeptember 19 to September 26$1,081
LHRHoedspruitSeptember 5 to September 22$1,089
SINLa MercyAugust 4 to August 20$1,206
LHRLa MercyAugust 16 to September 1$1,231
LGWJohannesburgSeptember 28 to October 27$1,250
BKKCape TownAugust 12 to August 19$1,261
FCOJohannesburgSeptember 24 to October 15$1,300
BKKJohannesburgOctober 3 to October 10$2,250
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyJuly 10 to July 18$208
JNBCape TownJuly 11 to July 16$258
JNBGqeberhaJuly 11 to July 13$269
JNBGeorgeJuly 10 to July 19$304
JNBHoedspruitJuly 11 to July 13$389
CPTJohannesburgJuly 11 to July 14$506
LGWJohannesburgJuly 10 to July 14$938
FCOJohannesburgJuly 11 to October 6$984
LHRJohannesburgJuly 11 to July 24$1,056
SINJohannesburgJuly 10 to August 1$1,085
SINCape TownJuly 10 to August 1$1,095
YYZJohannesburgJuly 11 to July 18$1,402
LHRCape TownJuly 11 to July 18$1,451
LHRCape TownJuly 11 to July 18$1,451
YYZLa MercyJuly 10 to July 17$1,950
*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

Sep 25 - Sep 28

3 night stay

New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT)

Turkish Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to New York (NYC)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $3,881, price is now $2,830 per person
$2,830
per person
found 1 day ago
One&Only Cape Town
5.0-star property

One&Only Cape Town

Sep 20 - Sep 24

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

Turkish Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $4,288, price is now $3,287 per person
$3,287
per person
found 3 hours ago
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"
5.0-star property

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

Oct 2 - Oct 8

6 night stay

New York (NYC) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $3,597, price is now $2,952 per person
$2,952
per person
found 21 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! (1,996 reviews)
"Nice breakfast buffet, great location for overnighting at the airport"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 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! (1,632 reviews)
"Easy access from the airport with frequent, convenient airport shuttles. Great breakfast selection and friendly bar/lounge."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 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! (691 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Will surely come in summers. Winters is NOT ideal for this resort"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 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! (1,004 reviews)
"We loved the Taj! Dreaming of coming back!"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 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 $117 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, March 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 $117 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 $117 and $2,250 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.