Cheap Flights to South Africa from $80 (2025/2026)

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Cape Town

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

Fri, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 30
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$164 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $164 found 6 days ago
Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 2
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$169 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $169 found 6 days ago
Tue, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 20
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$175 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $175 found 6 days ago
Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 3
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$184 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $184 found 2 days ago
Sat, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 31
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Cape Town Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $187 found 5 days ago
Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 18
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$236 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Cape Town Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $236 found 2 days ago
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
BFN
Bloemfontein
$248 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Cape Town Intl. to Bloemfontein, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $248 found 2 days ago
Sat, Mar 14 - Sat, Mar 21
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
GRJ
George
$257 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Sat, Mar 14 from Cape Town Intl. to George, returning Sat, Mar 21, priced at $257 found 3 days ago
Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 10
BOS
Logan Intl.
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
$928 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$928
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Logan Intl. to O.R. Tambo Intl., returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $928 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 3
BOS
Logan Intl.
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
$938 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$938
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Logan Intl. to Cape Town Intl., returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $938 found 5 days ago
Wed, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 5
BOS
Logan Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,231 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,231
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Logan Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $1,231 found 6 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBGeorgeAugust 30 to August 31$176
CPTGqeberhaAugust 31 to September 7$236
CPTBloemfonteinSeptember 5 to September 7$248
CPTGeorgeOctober 21 to October 25$257
JNBPietermaritzburgSeptember 6 to September 13$265
CPTEast LondonSeptember 10 to September 13$324
LHRLa MercyNovember 6 to November 26$888
FCOJohannesburgSeptember 27 to October 1$1,160
JFKGqeberhaSeptember 3 to September 30$1,190
JFKGqeberhaSeptember 3 to September 30$1,190
JFKGeorgeAugust 27 to September 3$1,421
YYZLa MercyAugust 18 to September 17$1,462
LHRGqeberhaAugust 15 to August 29$1,530
LHRGqeberhaAugust 15 to August 29$1,530
JFKHoedspruitNovember 5 to November 17$1,601
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyAugust 2 to August 9$138
JNBEast LondonAugust 3 to August 16$196
CPTJohannesburgAugust 2 to August 4$234
JNBGeorgeAugust 2 to August 4$235
CPTGqeberhaAugust 1 to August 8$237
JNBGqeberhaAugust 1 to August 2$238
JNBCape TownAugust 3 to August 6$238
CPTGeorgeAugust 2 to August 8$259
CPTLa MercyAugust 3 to August 13$265
BKKJohannesburgAugust 3 to August 18$883
LHRJohannesburgAugust 3 to September 10$1,188
LHRJohannesburgAugust 3 to September 10$1,188
SINCape TownAugust 1 to August 7$1,248
YYZJohannesburgAugust 1 to August 8$1,438
JFKJohannesburgAugust 2 to September 20$1,470
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best South Africa Flight and Hotel Packages

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The Peech Hotel
4.0-star property

The Peech Hotel

Oct 15 - Oct 20

5 night stay

Accra (ACC) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 11 hours ago
Steyn City Hotel by Saxon
4.5-star property

Steyn City Hotel by Saxon

Sep 15 - Sep 20

5 night stay

Accra (ACC) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 1 day ago
The Residence Boutique Hotel
5.0-star property

The Residence Boutique Hotel

Sep 19 - Sep 25

6 night stay

Accra (ACC) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Kenya Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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, 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! (1,692 reviews)
"Convenient airport hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

5 out of 5
1 Wale Street, corner St Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 5-star 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 Cruise Terminal are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Cleanliness and staff superb. I liked the fact that the tv had all the sport channels. Lovely breakfast buffet"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Taj Cape Town
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! (1,012 reviews)
Small improvements would go a long way
"This hotel has a lot going for it. Close to OR Tambo, with a half hourly shuttle service means getting to and from the airport is effortless. Comfortable rooms - albeit not well equipped for a Jo’Burg winter. Friendly staff good food etc and not overpriced. Three things let this hotel down badly: ..."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

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@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (234 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

@Sandton Hotel
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 $138 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, September 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 $138 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 $138 and $1,601 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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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.