Cheap Flights to South Africa from $570 (2026/2027)

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

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,035 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,035
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 16 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 23, priced at $1,035 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,122 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,122
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 19 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Nov 25, priced at $1,122 found 5 days ago
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,170 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,170
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $1,170 found 5 days ago
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 30
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,222 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,222
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 7 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Sep 30, priced at $1,222 found 6 days ago
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
GRJ
George
$1,246 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,246
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 20 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to George, returning Mon, Oct 5, priced at $1,246 found 6 hours ago
Thu, May 7 - Fri, May 15
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
BFN
Bloemfontein
$1,276 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,276
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, May 7 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Bloemfontein, returning Fri, May 15, priced at $1,276 found 4 days ago
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 25
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,363 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,363
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Fri, Sep 25, priced at $1,363 found 5 days ago
Sat, May 16 - Wed, May 20
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,480 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,480
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Sat, May 16 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $1,480 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyMay 21 to May 31$166
JNBBloemfonteinMay 29 to June 5$231
JNBEast LondonAugust 16 to August 28$262
JNBGqeberhaJuly 13 to July 23$280
JNBCape TownMay 19 to August 13$285
JNBGeorgeMay 27 to June 7$316
STNJohannesburgMay 29 to June 8$554
SINJohannesburgJune 13 to June 20$831
BKKCape TownMay 30 to June 9$879
LGWCape TownMay 18 to May 22$880
LHRLa MercyJune 2 to June 7$943
SINCape TownJune 12 to June 28$988
SINLa MercyMay 25 to May 28$1,130
LHRGeorgeJune 3 to June 10$1,215
LGWGqeberhaAugust 2 to August 9$1,594
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyMay 10 to May 22$193
JNBEast LondonMay 8 to May 11$279
JNBGeorgeMay 9 to May 13$282
JNBHoedspruitMay 8 to May 10$287
JNBGqeberhaMay 8 to May 10$289
JNBCape TownMay 9 to May 11$306
CPTJohannesburgMay 9 to May 11$306
CPTEast LondonMay 8 to May 10$404
CPTJohannesburgMay 9 to May 11$424
STNJohannesburgMay 8 to May 16$564
LHRJohannesburgMay 8 to May 16$611
FCOJohannesburgMay 9 to May 16$743
SINJohannesburgMay 10 to May 15$847
JFKJohannesburgMay 9 to May 17$1,314
LGWJohannesburgMay 8 to May 16$1,984
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
3.5-star property

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Jul 7 - Jul 13

6 night stay

Washington (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $3,195, price is now $2,831 per person
$2,831
per person
found 1 day ago
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Jul 7 - Jul 13

6 night stay

Washington (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $5,086, price is now $3,919 per person
$3,919
per person
found 1 day ago
One&Only Cape Town
5.0-star property

One&Only Cape Town

Jul 7 - Jul 13

6 night stay

Washington (IAD) to Cape Town (CPT)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $5,671, price is now $4,836 per person
$4,836
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! (1,919 reviews)
Great location for early flights out of Johannesburg. Couldn’t have found a better place to stsy’

Reviewed on May 3, 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! (1,622 reviews)
nice room friendly staff. breakfast great selection .great omelettes.

Reviewed on May 3, 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! (684 reviews)
I have travelled around the world and stayed in many 5 Star hotels but The Palace at Sun City is the best I have stayed by a long shot. The building is out of this world and the Staff will treat you like royalty...You are really in a Palace...Highly recommended!

Reviewed on Apr 29, 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! (1,006 reviews)
The Taj was a very enjoyable stay. The selection of breakfast items was huge and well prepared. The rooms clean and well appointed. The staff were outstanding.

Reviewed on May 2, 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 $166 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, February 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 $166 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 $166 and $1,984 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.