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Cheap flights from South Africa to Atlanta from R7 726

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ATL
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 May 2026.

Tue 16/613:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 21/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/5R12 767
Sat 20/613:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 28/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/5R12 783
Tue 16/613:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/710:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/5R12 800
Sun 31/513:50
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 31/810:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/5R12 849
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/67:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R14 143
Sun 6/1212:35
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops59h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/129:30
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R14 822
Thu 15/1019:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 22/1020:30
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/5R14 988
Sat 5/1218:55
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops36h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/129:30
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/5R15 071
Sun 27/919:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/219:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R15 154
Sun 30/819:30
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 26/920:30
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R15 187
Mon 1/615:10
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops47h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 17/610:35
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/5R15 204
Tue 25/813:15
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop32h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 26/920:30
ATL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/5R15 220

Find flight deals from South Africa to Atlanta

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Atlanta flight deals. Data was last updated 21 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 767

One-way from

R7 726

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 730

Good round-trip deal

R20 763 or less

Good one-way deal

R29 498 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/6-21/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • South Africa to Atlanta
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21/7
  • 21/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 44m total
  • South Africa to Atlanta
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R16 950 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 444 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

13:15-15:55

1 stop32h 40m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 6/9

19:10-10:15

1 stop33h 05m

R16 630

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

13:15-22:42

2 stops39h 27m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 28/6

19:10-10:15

1 stop33h 05m

R17 276

Port ElizabethAtlanta

PLZ - ATL

PLZATL

Port Elizabeth

Sun 1/11

12:40-20:10

2 stops38h 30m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/11

22:10-11:55

2 stops54h 45m

R18 304

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

14:45-15:55

1 stop31h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/11

19:35-3:55

1 stop25h 20m

R18 818

Port ElizabethAtlanta

PLZ - ATL

PLZATL

Port Elizabeth

Thu 10/9

15:45-20:40

2 stops34h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 14/9

22:35-15:05

2 stops34h 30m

R19 150

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/10

20:25-13:50

1 stop23h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 22/10

22:20-19:40

Nonstop15h 20m

R19 283
Fastest return journey

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

20:05-6:00

Nonstop15h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 26/9

21:00-17:50

Nonstop14h 50m

R20 062

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

20:05-6:00

Nonstop15h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/8

20:50-17:50

Nonstop15h 00m

R20 145

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/7

20:05-6:00

Nonstop15h 55m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 13/7

21:00-17:50

Nonstop14h 50m

R20 145

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

21:15-20:40

1 stop29h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 8/11

16:35-10:25

2 stops34h 50m

R20 178

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Atlanta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Atlanta

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Atlanta?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Atlanta (average of R9 301). Flying from South Africa to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of R31 800). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Atlanta as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Atlanta. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 May 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to ATL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Atlanta delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between South Africa and Atlanta have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 214 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Atlanta flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Atlanta flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Atlanta?

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Atlanta. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Atlanta. Reviews last updated 21 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Atlanta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 746 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 991 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Atlanta from South Africa?

    Most people fly into Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) if they book a flight to Atlanta from South Africa. Hartsfield-Jackson is conveniently located just 13,2 km from Atlanta’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Atlanta?

    Departing from South Africa to Atlanta will take you 23h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13572 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Atlanta one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 770. Users have also found prices from R8 744 and R12 784 on RwandAir and KLM, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Atlanta?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Atlanta, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Cape Town Intl - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson or George - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Atlanta?

    On average you can expect to pay R27 456 for a flight from South Africa to Atlanta. The cheapest flight overall is R17 806 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson) is currently priced at R12 800.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Atlanta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Atlanta?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Atlanta (average of R9 301). Flying from South Africa to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of R31 800). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Atlanta

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Atlanta. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 880AverageR16 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 301AverageR16 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 112AverageR18 013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 203AverageR16 045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 419AverageR16 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR15 769AverageR19 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 846AverageR19 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 018AverageR18 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 029AverageR19 449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 514AverageR19 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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