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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R5 122

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Jul 27 — Aug 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Europe

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Europe
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 27 June 2026.

Tue 8/913:15
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/922:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 793
Tue 15/913:15
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 22/916:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 809
Wed 9/919:30
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 16/916:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 826
Wed 16/919:30
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/922:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 842
Sun 15/1112:35
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1115:05
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 859
Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/922:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop36h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 892
Thu 30/717:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 00m
RwandAir
Sat 15/821:10
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/6R11 892
Sat 18/713:15
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 25/816:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/6R11 908
Sat 19/99:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sat 10/1021:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R11 925
Wed 25/1112:35
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/1215:05
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 941
Mon 14/913:30
JNB
-
STN
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/1210:55
STN
-
JNB
2 stops20h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/6R11 941
Tue 4/813:15
CPT
-
AMS
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 27/816:15
AMS
-
CPT
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R11 958

Find 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 27 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 793

One-way from

R5 122

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 769

Good round-trip deal

R11 601 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 573 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 45m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 739 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 753 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Europe.
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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 27 June 2026.
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

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

17:45-7:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Wed 12/8

21:20-13:25

1 stop15h 05m

R11 974

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

13:30-22:10

2 stops33h 40m

London Stansted

Wed 14/10

17:45-9:40

2 stops38h 55m

R11 991

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

18:50-16:20

1 stop23h 30m

London Stansted

Mon 30/11

10:55-9:40

2 stops20h 45m

R12 155

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Stansted

Sun 27/9

10:50-9:40

2 stops21h 50m

R12 238

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

17:45-7:00

1 stop14h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 20/9

21:20-13:25

1 stop15h 05m

R12 254

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

17:45-7:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

21:20-2:20

1 stop28h 00m

R12 353

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

13:30-9:55

2 stops45h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 28/9

17:35-9:40

2 stops39h 05m

R12 369

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

London Gatwick

Sat 26/9

17:40-9:40

2 stops39h 00m

R12 369

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

17:45-9:00

1 stop16h 15m

London Heathrow

Mon 12/10

21:20-13:25

1 stop15h 05m

R12 386

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

17:45-7:05

1 stop14h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 6/10

21:10-13:25

1 stop15h 15m

R12 913

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Europe

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Europe from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R11 760). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 362). 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 27 June 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 Europe as you normally would.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Europe, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 27 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, 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
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 424 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 735 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 072 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 11h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9637 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 Ethiopian Air (R2 648), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 181), and Qatar Airways (R3 255).

  • 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?

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

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

    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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R11 760). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 362). 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 27 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR1 908AverageR12 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 842AverageR12 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 956AverageR11 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 113AverageR11 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 266AverageR9 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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KLMCheapestR7 847AverageR15 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 597AverageR14 137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 605AverageR13 572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR8 842AverageR11 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 215AverageR13 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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