Cheap Flights to South Africa from $568 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To South Africa?

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

Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,124 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,124
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 15 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Thu, Nov 19, priced at $1,124 found 2 days ago
Wed, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 25
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,130 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,130
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 14 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Sun, Apr 25, priced at $1,130 found 2 days ago
Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,153 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,153
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, Mar 3 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Mar 17, priced at $1,153 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,167 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,167
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 24 from Ronald Reagan Washington National to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Sun, Nov 29, priced at $1,167 found 2 days ago
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,250 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,250
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Sun, Nov 15 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Sun, Nov 22, priced at $1,250 found 19 hours ago
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,250 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,250
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Condor flight, departing Sun, Nov 15 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Thu, Nov 19, priced at $1,250 found 3 days ago
Wed, May 5 - Fri, May 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
HLA
Lanseria
$1,500 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,500
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Wed, May 5 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Lanseria, returning Fri, May 14, priced at $1,500 found 19 hours ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
DAL
Love Field
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,583 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,583
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from Love Field to Cape Town Intl., returning Thu, Dec 3, priced at $1,583 found 1 day ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
GRJ
George
$1,592 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,592
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to George, returning Mon, Nov 16, priced at $1,592 found 6 days ago
Tue, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 12
DAL
Love Field
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,600 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$1,600
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Mar 2 from Love Field to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Fri, Mar 12, priced at $1,600 found 12 hours ago
Tue, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 12
DAL
Love Field
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,600 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$1,600
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Mar 2 from Love Field to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Fri, Mar 12, priced at $1,600 found 12 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBBloemfonteinJanuary 25 to February 12$183
JNBGqeberhaNovember 16 to November 20$246
JNBGeorgeJanuary 31 to February 5$257
JNBEast LondonDecember 8 to December 12$282
JNBHoedspruitDecember 25 to December 25$282
JNBPietermaritzburgJanuary 2 to January 15$349
LGWJohannesburgNovember 18 to December 15$670
SINJohannesburgFebruary 11 to March 6$725
LGWLa MercyDecember 28 to January 11$951
LHRGeorgeNovember 16 to November 24$1,011
LHRGqeberhaNovember 25 to November 29$1,042
LHRJohannesburgJanuary 19 to January 26$1,130
LHRPietermaritzburgJanuary 20 to February 9$1,269
BKKJohannesburgFebruary 10 to February 20$2,140
SINJohannesburgDecember 19 to January 1$2,272
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyNovember 8 to November 17$192
JNBCape TownNovember 7 to November 13$283
CPTGeorgeNovember 6 to November 9$312
CPTHoedspruitNovember 7 to November 12$568
LGWCape TownNovember 6 to November 12$657
LHRJohannesburgNovember 6 to November 24$828
LHRJohannesburgNovember 6 to November 24$828
FCOCape TownNovember 8 to November 22$849
SINCape TownNovember 6 to November 16$1,007
LGWLa MercyNovember 8 to November 14$1,135
LHRLa MercyNovember 8 to November 14$1,170
LHRHoedspruitNovember 7 to November 21$1,258
LHRHoedspruitNovember 7 to November 21$1,258
LGWJohannesburgNovember 8 to November 20$1,460
LHRJohannesburgNovember 6 to November 24$1,720
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Riversong Guest House
4.0-star property

Riversong Guest House

Jan 12 - Jan 16

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

British Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,942, price is now $2,278 per person
$2,278
per person
found 5 hours ago
Last Word Constantia
5.0-star property

Last Word Constantia

Jan 12 - Jan 16

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

British Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $3,965, price is now $2,849 per person
$2,849
per person
found 5 hours ago
One&Only Cape Town
5.0-star property

One&Only Cape Town

Jan 19 - Jan 23

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

Emirates • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $5,078, price is now $3,898 per person
$3,898
per person
found 1 day ago
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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, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. 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! (1,637 reviews)
"The property overall appears to be well kept, however the rooms are extremely outdated, and smelled horrible. We only had to be here for one night thankfully. The bar in the lobby was nice and the staff was great. The buffet restaurant on the other hand was not great. Food was pretty bad and the ..."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 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! (1,006 reviews)
"I most often stay at The Taj when I am in Cape Town. I think I have made 5 visits this year. Every one of which was a perfect example of why I keep coming back. Warm, helpful, professional service and such comfortable, quiet rooms. Its a safe and relaxing environment."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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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.
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The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

4.5 out of 5
12 Christiaan Barnard St Cape Town Western Cape
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (273 reviews)
"The Property was Amazing and the service from staff was 1st class…."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 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 $183 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 $183 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 $183 and $2,272 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.

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