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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R5 032

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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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 17 March 2026.

Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/59:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R9 863
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R9 880
Sat 4/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/420:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R9 897
Sat 4/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/414:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R9 913
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R9 930
Wed 20/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Tue 2/618:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/3R9 947
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/3R9 964
Sun 5/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/420:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R9 980
Mon 23/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 22/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R9 997
Sat 4/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R10 014
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/414:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R10 031
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/59:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R10 098

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 863

One-way from

R5 032

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 463

Good round-trip deal

R10 968 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 653 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/4-2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 40m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 801 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 478 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 17 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Europe that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 12/6

11:05-8:20

1 stop21h 15m

R11 188

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

8:45-21:55

1 stop13h 10m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 11/5

20:05-9:20

1 stop13h 15m

R11 826

JohannesburgAmsterdam

JNB - AMS

JNBAMS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

13:30-17:30

2 stops28h 00m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 11/5

11:15-9:40

2 stops22h 25m

R11 826

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

18:00-9:55

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

14:05-10:30

1 stop19h 25m

R12 060

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:15-8:50

1 stop19h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 21/5

15:15-11:30

1 stop20h 15m

R12 329

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 26/3

18:30-19:20

1 stop25h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 1/11

21:10-16:45

1 stop18h 35m

R12 346

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

17:50-16:35

1 stop23h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 15/6

14:05-10:30

1 stop19h 25m

R12 346

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

13:15-13:15

1 stop24h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 14/4

15:15-16:40

1 stop25h 25m

R12 413

Cape TownLondon

CPT - STN

CPTSTN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

16:35-16:40

1 stop25h 05m

London Stansted

Thu 13/8

17:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

R12 429

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

13:15-8:50

1 stop19h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 14/5

22:20-16:40

1 stop18h 20m

R12 497

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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 R4 881). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 930). 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 17 March 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.

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 17 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways 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
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
3 543 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
1 472 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 736 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 258 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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
7 797 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 543 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 19h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9387 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 340), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 180), and Kenya Airways (R3 860).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R4 881). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 930). 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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 757AverageR12 719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 931AverageR12 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 790AverageR9 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 388AverageR9 069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR7 681AverageR13 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 744AverageR13 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAAGCheapestR9 191AverageR13 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 196AverageR11 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 488AverageR12 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 532AverageR13 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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