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

Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 31

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

DUR

King Shaka Intl.

$1,048

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Mon, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 16

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

JNB

O.R. Tambo Intl.

$1,079

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Apr 29 - Tue, May 11

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

JNB

O.R. Tambo Intl.

$1,120

Roundtrip

found 4 days ago

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

JFK

John F. Kennedy Intl.

JNB

O.R. Tambo Intl.

$1,120

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19

JFK

John F. Kennedy Intl.

CPT

Cape Town Intl.

$1,124

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

JFK

John F. Kennedy Intl.

PLZ

Port Elizabeth

$1,250

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 28

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

CPT

Cape Town Intl.

$1,274

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 25

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

JNB

O.R. Tambo Intl.

$1,347

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Apr 1

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

CPT

Cape Town Intl.

$1,394

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

CPT

Cape Town Intl.

$1,505

Roundtrip

found 10 hours ago

Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 18

ATL

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.

CPT

Cape Town Intl.

$1,541

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
JNB	Bloemfontein	January 25 to February 12	$183
JNB	La Mercy	November 17 to November 21	$193
JNB	George	January 31 to February 5	$257
JNB	East London	December 8 to December 12	$282
JNB	Pietermaritzburg	January 2 to January 15	$349
LGW	Johannesburg	November 18 to December 15	$670
LGW	Cape Town	December 1 to December 15	$685
BKK	Johannesburg	November 20 to November 25	$722
SIN	Johannesburg	February 11 to March 6	$725
SIN	Cape Town	February 12 to March 5	$835
LGW	La Mercy	December 28 to January 11	$951
LHR	Gqeberha	November 25 to November 29	$1,042
LHR	George	January 5 to January 15	$1,229
LHR	Pietermaritzburg	January 20 to February 9	$1,269
SIN	Johannesburg	December 19 to January 1	$2,272

*Prices include taxes and fees

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
JNB	La Mercy	November 8 to November 17	$192
JNB	Gqeberha	November 6 to November 13	$246
JNB	George	November 8 to November 11	$275
CPT	Johannesburg	November 6 to November 8	$477
LGW	Cape Town	November 6 to November 12	$657
FCO	Johannesburg	November 6 to November 20	$660
LHR	Johannesburg	November 6 to November 24	$828
LHR	Johannesburg	November 6 to November 24	$828
SIN	Cape Town	November 6 to November 16	$1,007
LGW	La Mercy	November 8 to November 14	$1,135
LHR	La Mercy	November 8 to November 14	$1,170
LHR	Hoedspruit	November 7 to November 21	$1,258
LGW	Johannesburg	November 8 to November 20	$1,460
EWR	La Mercy	November 8 to November 23	$1,541
LHR	Johannesburg	November 6 to November 24	$1,720

*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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4.0-star property

VILLA PUCCINI

Jan 12 - Jan 16

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

British Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach

$2,190

per person

found 10 hours ago

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

$2,849

per person

found 10 hours ago

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

$3,898

per person

found 1 day ago

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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

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

Taj Cape Town

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

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

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! (2,115 reviews)

"Every person was so friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

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! (274 reviews)

"The Property was Amazing and the service from staff was 1st class…."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

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.

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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, January 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.

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

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Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

VILLA PUCCINI

Jan 12 - Jan 16

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Jan 12 - Jan 16

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

One&Only Cape Town

Jan 19 - Jan 23

New York (JFK) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Taj Cape Town

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

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