R693+ Cheap flights to Africa

— JNB
Sep 20 — Sep 271
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Flights to Africa in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Africa

Sat 22/816:45 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 23/820:35 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 18/8R1 531
Tue 18/818:50 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Fri 21/820:35 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 16/8R1 547
Fri 21/810:35 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 23/88:00 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 17/8R1 612
Wed 26/86:05 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 30/820:35 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 17/8R1 708
Sat 22/812:35 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sat 22/818:40 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 17/8R1 741
Sat 22/816:45 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sat 29/818:40 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 17/8R1 757
Wed 19/86:05 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Fri 21/820:35 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 18/8R1 773
Sun 13/96:05 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 20/920:35 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 16/8R1 789
Fri 11/96:20 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Sun 13/95:55 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 18/8R2 289
Thu 20/813:10 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Fri 21/87:15 -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 19/8R2 289
Sat 5/918:35 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Sun 13/95:55 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 20/8R2 305
Thu 20/819:40 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Wed 26/814:45 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 19/8R2 305

Find flight deals to Africa

Return from

R2 289

One-way from

R693

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R2 627

Good round-trip deal

R1 614 or less

Good one-way deal

R724 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 11/9-13/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Johannesburg
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 28/8
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (R543 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R58 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in August 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Africa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Africa.

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Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - HLA Johannesburg Lanseria

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 28/9

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 369
Fastest return journey

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT Cape Town Intl - PLZ Port Elizabeth

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/1

17:10-18:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 29/1

8:00-9:20

Nonstop1h 20m

R2 385

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT Cape Town Intl - PLZ Port Elizabeth

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/1

6:10-7:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 8/1

8:00-9:20

Nonstop1h 20m

R2 418

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - HLA Johannesburg Lanseria

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 9/9

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 514

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - HLA Johannesburg Lanseria

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

19:50-22:05

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 12/9

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 563

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT Cape Town Intl - PLZ Port Elizabeth

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

17:10-18:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 20/10

19:00-20:20

Nonstop1h 20m

R2 692

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - HLA Johannesburg Lanseria

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/9

6:20-8:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 9/9

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 804

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - HLA Johannesburg Lanseria

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

6:20-8:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 14/9

16:45-19:00

Nonstop2h 15m

R2 837

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - HLA Johannesburg Lanseria

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 27/9

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 950

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT Cape Town Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/2

7:00-9:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

9:30-11:40

Nonstop2h 10m

R3 062

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Best time to book a flight to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Africa

How long is the flight to Africa?

On average, a flight from Cape Town to Africa takes 10 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Africa from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Africa

The most flights from Cape Town to Africa are scheduled on a Thursday (107 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (58 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Africa?

The cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Africa are Airlink, South African and Lift.

Rainfall in Africa by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Africa by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Africa?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Africa should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Africa?

The most popular places in Africa to fly to are South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Mauritius.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African to Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,4
Very Good

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Overall

8,4

Entertainment

6,3

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FAQs about flying to Africa

  • What is the best way to travel around Africa?

    Flying is a serious option to consider when navigating your way around this vast continent. So, naturally, you will be keeping that in mind as you weigh up your options for cheap flights to Africa. In fact, if you're looking at holidays in Zanzibar or Mauritius, Africa flight deals will be your only option since both destinations are islands off the coast of the continent, as you know. You may want to consider car hire if you're keen on exploring the whole of Mauritius, but for Zanzibar, the island is quite small, so you can put that money towards your Africa airfare.

  • What are some things to do in Africa?

    This is such a huge continent, so you will never be bored, that's for sure. But if you want to relax and be a beachbum, then Zanzibar is the perfect spot. The island's beaches are among the best off the African coast. If you're planning your honeymoon, you should seriously look at Zanzibar as an option when you compare and book flights to Africa. Stone Town on the island is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so there's lots to do.

  • How long is the flight to Africa?

    Well, you're already in Africa, but remember, this is a big continent, so you could easily be flying for half a day. Popular tourist destinations for Saffers when it comes to flights to Africa include Zanzibar (ZNZ) and Mauritius (MRU). Flight time from Johannesburg (JNB) to Zanzibar is just over 7h, with one stop. From Cape Town (CPT), you're looking at just over 12h with two stops (usually via JNB). Durban (DUR) to Mauritius is just under 4h if you take a direct flight, so be on the lookout for cheap flights to Africa that offer this route.

  • What do I need to do before my flight to Africa?

    This will depend on where you are travelling, as in some cases you will need a visa and in other cases, you won't. You will need a valid passport that has at least six months left before it expires for all trips, as you consider your cheap flights to Africa. Fortunately, you don't need a visa to travel to Mauritius, which means you can book flights to Africa on a whim if your passport is current. South Africans are welcome in the country for up to 90 days without one. If your passport isn't current, then consider making use of the passport facility that the Department of Home Affairs initiated with some banks at certain larger branches in major towns around SA. It's much faster and more efficient than standing in the queue at Home Affairs. Check their website for details.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Africa if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Africa?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hahn Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Africa.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Africa?

    Luanda 4 de Fevereiro is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Africa. One-way flights to Luanda 4 de Fevereiro typically cost R325, while return flights cost around R578.

  • How much is a return flight to Africa?

    A return flight to Africa will typically cost around R26 349, however they can be found for as little as R1 157.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Africa depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Africa, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0,0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).

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