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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R4 703

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Sep 6 — Sep 131
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 7 August 2026.

Wed 23/90:10 -
Nonstop11h 45m
Sun 11/1010:00 -
Nonstop11h 10m
Deal found 5/8R10 532
Mon 24/89:45 -
1 stop25h 50m
Wed 9/913:45 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 2/8R10 728
Mon 21/99:45 -
1 stop25h 50m
Wed 7/1013:45 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 5/8R10 745
Wed 5/89:45 -
1 stop25h 55m
Tue 18/813:45 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 4/8R10 794
Thu 19/1111:30 -
Nonstop11h 45m
Tue 24/117:30 -
Nonstop11h 30m
Deal found 6/8R10 826
Mon 31/813:30 -
1 stop23h 55m
Mon 7/923:30 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 5/8R10 843
Tue 1/910:05 -
1 stop27h 20m
Tue 8/923:30 -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 4/8R10 859
Sun 20/922:20 -
1 stop18h 35m
Tue 29/923:30 -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 6/8R10 892
Sat 19/920:40 -
2 stops27h 00m
Sat 26/91:40 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 3/8R10 908
Sat 26/920:40 -
2 stops30h 05m
Sun 4/105:00 -
1 stop27h 45m
Deal found 3/8R10 941
Sun 9/810:05 -
1 stop34h 30m
Sun 16/819:35 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 7/8R10 957
Mon 21/917:45 -
2 stops30h 25m
Mon 28/921:05 -
3 stops33h 20m
Deal found 7/8R10 973

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 7 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 532

One-way from

R4 703

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 239

Good round-trip deal

R10 232 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 470 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 23/9-11/10
  • Nonstop
  • 22h 55m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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2/10
  • 2/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 835 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 051 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Europe.
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Price to beat on a one-way 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 7 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

20:40-3:45

1 stop30h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 29/11

5:00-8:50

1 stop28h 50m

R10 941

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

20:40-3:45

2 stops30h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 4/10

5:00-7:45

1 stop27h 45m

R10 941

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/11

17:45-6:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Sun 29/11

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

R11 773

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FRA Frankfurt am Main

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

19:55-9:00

1 stop14h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 27/1

22:00-9:40

Nonstop10h 40m

R11 822

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

17:45-6:20

1 stop14h 35m

London Heathrow

Sat 30/1

20:20-13:55

1 stop15h 35m

R11 839

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LHR London Heathrow

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/10

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 11/11

20:30-13:55

1 stop15h 25m

R11 839

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - FRA Frankfurt am Main

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

19:55-9:30

1 stop14h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 25/1

19:15-9:55

1 stop13h 40m

R12 035

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - STN London Stansted

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

18:50-9:55

1 stop17h 05m

London Stansted

Mon 30/11

10:55-9:40

2 stops20h 45m

R12 100

JohannesburgLondon

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LGW London Gatwick

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

13:30-16:30

2 stops29h 00m

London Gatwick

Sun 8/11

10:05-9:40

2 stops21h 35m

R12 116

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - IST Istanbul

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

18:50-5:55

Nonstop10h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 14/1

20:30-9:40

1 stop14h 10m

R12 231

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 757). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 207). 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 7 August 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 70 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 7 August 2026.
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
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
3 646 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
3 740 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
7,4
Good
4 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 178 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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
8 150 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

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 14h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8684 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 626), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 213), and Qatar Airways (R3 228).

  • 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 757). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 207). 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 7 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR1 892AverageR12 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 843AverageR12 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR5 847AverageR14 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 896AverageR11 146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 204AverageR9 244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 526AverageR11 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR7 779AverageR15 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 531AverageR13 610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 578AverageR14 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAAGCheapestR8 714AverageR11 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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