Cheap Flights to South Africa from $527 (2026/2027)

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

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 19
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$885 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$885
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, May 6 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Tue, May 19, priced at $885 found 14 hours ago
Thu, Apr 30 - Wed, May 13
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$886 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$886
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Thu, Apr 30 from Washington Dulles Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, May 13, priced at $886 found 3 hours ago
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$979 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$979
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 6 from O'Hare Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Tue, Sep 15, priced at $979 found 5 hours ago
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,049 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,049
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Sep 12 from O'Hare Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Sun, Sep 20, priced at $1,049 found 1 day ago
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,067 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,067
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 23 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 30, priced at $1,067 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,073 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$1,073
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 8 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 16, priced at $1,073 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 4
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,180 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,180
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 25 from Washington Dulles Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at $1,180 found 3 days ago
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 13
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,260 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,260
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, May 4 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Wed, May 13, priced at $1,260 found 18 hours ago
Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
HDS
Hoedspruit
$1,344 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,344
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Hoedspruit, returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $1,344 found 5 days ago
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,390 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$1,390
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 8 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Wed, Apr 15, priced at $1,390 found 13 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBEast LondonMay 6 to May 7$167
JNBBloemfonteinMay 14 to May 18$189
JNBGeorgeApril 13 to April 17$234
JNBPietermaritzburgJune 6 to June 8$311
SINJohannesburgMay 9 to May 30$551
BKKJohannesburgMay 2 to May 16$565
BKKCape TownApril 16 to April 29$954
SINCape TownMay 10 to September 1$961
LGWLa MercyApril 16 to April 23$1,033
SINLa MercyApril 19 to April 23$1,090
LHRGqeberhaApril 15 to April 24$1,117
LHRGeorgeMay 29 to June 7$1,138
SINGqeberhaJuly 1 to August 15$1,173
LHRBloemfonteinApril 14 to April 18$1,288
LGWJohannesburgApril 29 to May 18$1,370
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyApril 5 to April 10$147
JNBGqeberhaApril 5 to April 10$229
JNBBloemfonteinApril 3 to April 5$260
JNBHoedspruitApril 4 to April 8$263
CPTJohannesburgApril 4 to April 6$315
CPTGeorgeApril 3 to April 5$338
CPTLa MercyApril 3 to April 5$353
CPTJohannesburgApril 5 to June 7$358
CPTGqeberhaApril 4 to April 6$399
CPTHoedspruitApril 4 to April 25$449
JNBGeorgeApril 4 to April 5$491
SINJohannesburgApril 5 to June 13$877
LHRJohannesburgApril 5 to April 15$948
LGWCape TownApril 5 to June 9$1,270
LHRLa MercyApril 4 to April 21$1,516
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Pearls of Umhlanga, or Oceans - Marina Apartments Private
3.5-star property

Pearls of Umhlanga, or Oceans - Marina Apartments Private

May 28 - May 30

2 night stay

Johannesburg (JNB) to Durban (DUR)

Cemair • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $354, price is now $240 per person
$240
per person
found 1 day ago
The Cellars-Hohenort
5.0-star property

The Cellars-Hohenort

May 5 - May 12

7 night stay

Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)

Hahn Air Technologies • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,940, price is now $2,001 per person
$2,001
per person
found 15 hours ago
The Hyde All-Suite Hotel
4.0-star property

The Hyde All-Suite Hotel

May 5 - May 12

7 night stay

Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)

Hahn Air Technologies • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,217, price is now $846 per person
$846
per person
found 15 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! (1,888 reviews)
Love the location. Staff friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Mar 29, 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! (1,618 reviews)
Although the hotel appears dark and dated it is very functional for overnight stay close to the airport. Rooms are large , clean and very comfortable. Water pressure in the shower is amazing. Would stay again.

Reviewed on Mar 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! (1,007 reviews)
We recently stayed 5 nights at this beautiful hotel in the heart of the City and thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. From the time we checked in to the time we checked out we were treated like royalty and every whim was dealt with quickly and efficiently. Our beautiful rooms had excellent views ...

Reviewed on Mar 26, 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! (679 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 $147 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 17 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 $147 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 $147 and $1,516 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.