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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R4 653

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Aug 30 — Sep 61
1 adult

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 25 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 758

One-way from

R4 653

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 986

Good round-trip deal

R10 133 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 090 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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12/11
  • 12/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 20m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R23 013 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 247 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 August 2025.

Thu 16/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 29/107:25IST - JNB
1 stop25h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/8R9 758
Tue 23/98:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/98:00IST - JNB
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/8R9 776
Sun 7/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/97:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 811
Sun 14/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 22/97:30IST - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 828
Tue 16/98:20JNB - IST
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/98:00IST - JNB
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/8R9 846
Tue 28/1012:35CPT - IST
1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 4/1120:10IST - CPT
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/8R9 880
Mon 22/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 7/107:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/8R9 915
Mon 8/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/97:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/8R9 950
Mon 8/913:55JNB - IST
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 18/920:05IST - JNB
1 stop14h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/8R10 020
Wed 17/99:50JNB - IST
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/107:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/8R10 037
Thu 16/1013:00CPT - IST
1 stop28h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 26/1020:10IST - CPT
1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/8R10 107
Thu 9/109:50JNB - IST
1 stop26h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 16/107:30IST - JNB
1 stop25h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/8R10 124

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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 25 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Europe that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Europe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 29/10

7:25-8:20

1 stop25h 55m

R9 758

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 30/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R9 776

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

9:50-13:05

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 14/9

7:30-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R9 811

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

9:50-12:55

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 6/11

7:25-8:20

1 stop25h 55m

R9 828

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/9

9:50-6:15

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 22/9

7:30-8:30

1 stop26h 00m

R9 828

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

8:20-21:10

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 25/9

8:00-20:10

1 stop13h 10m

R9 846

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

12:35-12:20

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 4/11

20:10-17:25

1 stop22h 15m

R9 880

JohannesburgIstanbul

JNB - IST

JNBIST

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

13:45-12:20

1 stop21h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 3/11

13:50-8:40

1 stop19h 50m

R9 933

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/10

13:00-18:35

1 stop28h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 26/10

20:10-17:30

1 stop22h 20m

R10 107

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/10

13:00-18:35

1 stop28h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 28/10

12:00-17:25

1 stop30h 25m

R10 142

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R587). Flying from South Africa to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of R827). 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 25 August 2025.

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 25 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, SWISS, 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
3 318 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
3 318 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
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Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
SWISS
7,6
Good
1 710 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
3 608 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
7 359 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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
7 305 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 318 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

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 11h 50m. 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 158), Etihad Airways (R5 210), and Emirates (R6 465).

  • 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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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R587). Flying from South Africa to Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of R827). 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 25 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR6 792AverageR13 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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CondorCheapestR6 796AverageR13 017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 936AverageR14 150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 001AverageR14 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 051AverageR13 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 112AverageR12 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR9 136AverageR14 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR9 151AverageR12 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR9 240AverageR14 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 461AverageR12 152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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