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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R3 666

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 17/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
marras 17 — marras 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 lokakuu 2025.

ti 28/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
ma 3/1114:00IST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/10R9 539
ma 10/119:50JNB - IST
1 stop31h 30mEtihad Airways
pe 21/1114:00IST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/10R9 730
to 23/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
to 6/1119:30IST - JNB
1 stop13h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/10R9 747
to 13/118:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
ti 18/117:35IST - JNB
1 stop13h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/10R9 834
ti 4/118:20JNB - IST
1 stop12h 00mEthiopian Air
ti 11/110:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/10R9 973
ma 1/1220:20JNB - IST
1 stop21h 20mQatar Airways
ma 8/1213:50IST - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/10R10 008
ma 10/1114:30JNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
to 20/110:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/10R10 060
su 19/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
ma 27/1014:00IST - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/10R10 164
ma 10/1114:30JNB - IST
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
ti 9/120:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/10R10 182
ke 12/1122:00JNB - LHR
Nonstop11h 20mVirgin Atlantic
to 27/1119:40LHR - JNB
Nonstop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/10R10 790
to 23/103:10JNB - LHR
1 stop28h 50mRwandAir
ma 10/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 17/10R10 807
to 13/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
pe 28/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/10R10 824

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated 18 lokakuu 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 539

One-way from

R3 666

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 510

Good round-trip deal

R10 411 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 098 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/10-3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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17/11
  • 17/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 30m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 288 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 865 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Europe that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 18 lokakuu 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Europe that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 10/11

14:30-5:00

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

ti 9/12

0:05-13:05

1 stop14h 00m

R10 216

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ke 26/11

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

su 30/11

17:55-22:05

1 stop29h 10m

R10 373

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 11/11

23:59-16:55

1 stop15h 56m

Istanbul

ma 17/11

4:50-12:10

1 stop32h 20m

R10 633

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 30/11

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

London Gatwick

su 7/12

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

R10 998

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

pe 7/11

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

ma 17/11

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

R11 016

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

la 15/11

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

London Heathrow

ke 26/11

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

R11 016

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

su 9/11

19:20-11:15

1 stop16h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

la 22/11

6:55-22:05

1 stop14h 10m

R11 033

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ke 26/11

14:30-6:30

1 stop17h 00m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

ma 19/1

21:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

R11 033

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ti 4/11

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

su 16/11

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R11 033

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ma 10/11

9:50-6:40

1 stop22h 50m

London Heathrow

su 30/11

13:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

R11 033

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Europe

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R6 741). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 234). 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 EU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 lokakuu 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Europe is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Europe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Europe. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Europe flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated 18 lokakuu 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to Europe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 650 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 015 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 502 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 459 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Europe. 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 Europe?

    Departing from South Africa to Europe will take you 13h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7490 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Europe are Qatar Airways (R5 386), Etihad Airways (R5 456), and Lufthansa (R5 612).

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R6 741). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R10 234). 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 Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Europe. 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 18 lokakuu 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 798AverageR13 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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CondorCheapestR6 858AverageR12 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR7 338AverageR11 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR7 911AverageR13 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR8 739AverageR14 152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 034AverageR13 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 050AverageR12 093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR9 111AverageR14 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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TAAGCheapestR9 213AverageR14 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 434AverageR11 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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