Cheap Flights to South Africa from $101 (2026/2027)

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Sun, Jun 14 - Thu, Jun 18
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$203 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Sun, Jun 14 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Thu, Jun 18, priced at $203 found 4 days ago
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$206 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Sun, Nov 1, priced at $206 found 15 hours ago
Sun, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 11
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
BFN
Bloemfontein
$223 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sun, Apr 4 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Bloemfontein, returning Sun, Apr 11, priced at $223 found 2 days ago
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
ELS
East London
$269 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to East London, returning Tue, Jul 14, priced at $269 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 17
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
ELS
East London
$273 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Thu, Oct 1 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to East London, returning Sat, Oct 17, priced at $273 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$283 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Wed, Jan 20 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Jan 27, priced at $283 found 5 hours ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$284 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Mon, Nov 9 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Mon, Nov 23, priced at $284 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 18
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
GRJ
George
$316 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Thu, Jul 16 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to George, returning Sat, Jul 18, priced at $316 found 7 hours ago
Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 18
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,088 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$1,088
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, Nov 8 from Washington Dulles Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $1,088 found 10 hours ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$1,161 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,161
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Los Angeles Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $1,161 found 1 day ago
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$1,224 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,224
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 15 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Tue, Nov 24, priced at $1,224 found 3 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyAugust 12 to August 19$208
JNBBloemfonteinSeptember 3 to September 7$233
JNBEast LondonAugust 23 to August 29$269
JNBGeorgeJuly 16 to July 18$316
LGWJohannesburgAugust 26 to September 16$621
FCOCape TownSeptember 21 to September 25$630
LGWCape TownSeptember 13 to September 21$769
SINJohannesburgSeptember 3 to September 9$828
LHRLa MercyJune 23 to July 7$922
SINCape TownJuly 2 to July 25$998
LHRGeorgeSeptember 4 to September 13$1,040
BKKCape TownSeptember 12 to September 27$1,230
LGWGqeberhaJuly 5 to July 13$1,297
LHRHoedspruitAugust 24 to August 30$1,420
LGWJohannesburgSeptember 19 to October 1$1,440
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyJune 14 to June 18$203
CPTGeorgeJune 12 to June 17$308
JNBGqeberhaJune 13 to June 21$316
JNBCape TownJune 12 to June 14$322
JNBGeorgeJune 12 to June 14$370
JNBHoedspruitJune 13 to June 14$434
CPTEast LondonJune 12 to June 14$442
LGWJohannesburgJune 12 to July 12$621
LHRJohannesburgJune 12 to July 12$912
YYZJohannesburgJune 12 to June 15$990
LHRCape TownJune 13 to June 20$1,296
LHRCape TownJune 13 to June 20$1,296
JFKGqeberhaJune 12 to June 21$1,350
SINCape TownJune 12 to June 27$1,377
YYZLa MercyJune 12 to June 28$1,400
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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Nova Constantia Boutique Residence
5.0-star property

Nova Constantia Boutique Residence

Jul 12 - Jul 18

6 night stay

New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,747, price is now $2,440 per person
$2,440
per person
found 3 hours ago
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel

Aug 20 - Aug 23

3 night stay

New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT)

Kenya Airways • Coach

Cape Town (CPT) to New York (NYC)

Emirates • Coach
Price was $3,290, price is now $2,578 per person
$2,578
per person
found 1 day ago
POD Camps Bay
5.0-star property

POD Camps Bay

Jul 3 - Jul 9

6 night stay

New York (NYC) to Cape Town (CPT)

United • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $3,338, price is now $2,722 per person
$2,722
per person
found 3 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! (1,969 reviews)
"Always a great stay Love the early breakfast option"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 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 Table Mountain and Camps Bay Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Very helpful staff. Front desk and doormen were great. Primrose and Felicia in the restaurant were always so friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent. Good location. A bit too far to walk to V&A Waterfront. Close Uber ride to the cruise port. Clean and comfortable room. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 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! (1,643 reviews)
"I arrived in the morning from an overnight flight and was happy they let me check in early. The shuttle bus running every 15 min was much appreciated. All the staff were very friendly. The food in the restaurant was very good. The only complaint I have is there was no heat in the room. I complained ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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.
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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 $203 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, June 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 $203 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 $203 and $1,440 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.