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Cheap flights from South Africa to Ecuador from R16 591

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — UIO
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Ecuador

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

Thu 5/215:30
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/214:20
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R16 591
Mon 2/222:00
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops33h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 24/21:35
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R17 527
Mon 2/222:00
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops33h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 27/21:35
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R19 578
Mon 2/222:00
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops33h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 22/21:35
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R21 219
Thu 5/311:10
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/318:15
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops53h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1R21 334
Fri 6/222:00
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops33h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 25/21:35
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R21 514
Thu 5/219:45
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops59h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 25/21:35
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R23 156
Wed 4/223:59
JNB
-
UIO
1 stop47h 06m
KLM
Tue 24/217:25
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 40m
KLM
Deal found 19/1R23 993
Wed 4/219:20
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops51h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/217:25
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops45h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R24 304
Wed 4/223:59
JNB
-
UIO
1 stop47h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/214:32
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops38h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R25 191
Thu 5/219:45
JNB
-
UIO
2 stops59h 45m
United Airlines
Thu 26/21:35
UIO
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/1R25 207

Find flight deals from South Africa to Ecuador

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

Round-trip from

R16 591

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R29 031
5/2-25/2
  • 5/2-25/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 45m total
  • South Africa to Ecuador
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R74 244 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R11 700 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Ecuador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 24/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R17 527

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 25/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R17 527

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 24/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R17 527

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 25/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R17 527

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Fri 27/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R19 578

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Fri 27/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R19 578

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 26/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R19 578

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 26/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R19 578

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 22/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R21 219

JohannesburgQuito

JNB - UIO

JNBUIO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-0:30

2 stops33h 30m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 22/2

1:35-18:35

2 stops34h 00m

R21 219

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Ecuador

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ecuador (average of R21 662). Flying from South Africa to Ecuador in November is currently the most expensive (average of R36 022). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ecuador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Ecuador, such as KLM and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 912 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For as low as R17 527, United Airlines can have you in Ecuador from South Africa in 33h 30m. South Africa and Ecuador are separated by a distance of 11645 km.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Ecuador 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 Ecuador?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Ecuador (average of R21 662). Flying from South Africa to Ecuador in November is currently the most expensive (average of R36 022). 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 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Ecuador

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR23 472AverageR29 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR25 844AverageR33 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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