Cheap Flights to South Africa from $82 (2025/2026)

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Sat, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 17
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$185 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $185 found 1 day ago
Thu, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 11
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$194 Roundtrip, just found
$194
Roundtrip
just found
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Cape Town Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $194 just found
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$224 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from Cape Town Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $224 found 10 hours ago
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 3
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
GRJ
George
$232 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Cape Town Intl. to George, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $232 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 23
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
BFN
Bloemfontein
$248 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Cape Town Intl. to Bloemfontein, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $248 found 5 days ago
Mon, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 7
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
ELS
East London
$259 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Cape Town Intl. to East London, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $259 found 5 days ago
Thu, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 11
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
HLA
Lanseria
$322 Roundtrip, just found
$322
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Cape Town Intl. to Lanseria, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $322 just found
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
HDS
Hoedspruit
$379 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$379
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Cape Town Intl. to Hoedspruit, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $379 found 14 hours ago
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 11
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$886 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$886
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Washington Dulles Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $886 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 30
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,016 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,016
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $1,016 found 6 days ago
Sat, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 3
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,043 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,043
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 29 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $1,043 found 1 day ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBEast LondonNovember 6 to November 25$162
JNBGeorgeNovember 8 to November 9$238
JNBPietermaritzburgNovember 6 to November 10$263
LHRJohannesburgNovember 10 to November 11$573
BKKJohannesburgNovember 18 to November 25$668
SINJohannesburgNovember 17 to November 24$717
SINCape TownNovember 10 to November 19$748
LGWLa MercyNovember 6 to November 10$949
LHRBloemfonteinNovember 19 to December 4$979
LHRGeorgeJanuary 13 to March 24$1,014
BKKCape TownNovember 6 to November 10$1,030
LHRJohannesburgNovember 18 to December 9$1,180
LHRGqeberhaJanuary 14 to February 28$1,266
FCOLa MercyDecember 22 to April 1$1,273
LHRPietermaritzburgDecember 20 to January 9$2,576
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyOctober 25 to October 27$143
JNBCape TownOctober 25 to October 27$203
CPTLa MercyOctober 25 to October 27$206
JNBGqeberhaOctober 25 to October 27$217
JNBEast LondonOctober 25 to October 27$248
JNBHoedspruitOctober 26 to October 29$298
CPTHoedspruitOctober 26 to November 2$509
FCOJohannesburgOctober 25 to October 31$556
LHRCape TownOctober 26 to November 2$733
LHRCape TownOctober 26 to November 2$733
FCOCape TownOctober 26 to November 25$824
YYZCape TownOctober 26 to November 10$991
YYZJohannesburgOctober 26 to November 9$1,050
JFKJohannesburgOctober 25 to October 30$1,211
EWRLa MercyOctober 26 to November 5$1,566
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Cape Standard Guest House
4.0-star property

Cape Standard Guest House

Dec 10 - Dec 16

6 night stay

Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)

South African Airways • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (JNB)

South African Airlink • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,145, price is now $801 per person
$801
per person
found 1 day ago
Atlantic Palms
4.5-star property

Atlantic Palms

Dec 10 - Dec 16

6 night stay

Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)

South African Airways • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (JNB)

South African Airlink • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,479, price is now $956 per person
$956
per person
found 18 hours ago
Nova Constantia Boutique Residence
5.0-star property

Nova Constantia Boutique Residence

Dec 10 - Dec 16

6 night stay

Johannesburg (JNB) to Cape Town (CPT)

South African Airways • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to Johannesburg (JNB)

South African Airlink • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,546, price is now $1,076 per person
$1,076
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, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,793 reviews)
I usually get a day room at City Lodge Hotel on my way out of Joburg. I choose them because they typically have a good online rate for an overnight stay. The hotel is massive - you could easily walk 15 mins to your room if it is at the far end of the footprint. The staff is always lovely and my room ...

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

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Hotel Sky Cape Town

Hotel Sky Cape Town

3.5 out of 5
Lower Long St, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (289 reviews)
Very close to the convention centre and close to the Waterfront.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

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The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

4 out of 5
57 Heerengracht Street, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (535 reviews)
Good service

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

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Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Kempton Park Golf Club are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
Nice upscale hotel near the airport. Comfortable beds, nice linens, very quiet. Got a good nights rest here. Staff was exceptional. Breakfast is great (not free. ZAR 225) with lots of choices.

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

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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 $143 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, October 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?
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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 $143 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 $143 and $2,576 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.