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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R4 759

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
Feb 13 — Feb 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 567

One-way from

R4 759

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 012

Good round-trip deal

R10 113 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 920 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 4/2-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 40m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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27/1
  • 27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 45m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 509 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 595 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 14 January 2026.

Wed 4/220:15
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop13h 50m
SWISS
Sun 22/218:40
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop13h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 12/1R9 567
Thu 22/119:45
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/219:20
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R9 583
Mon 19/119:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Mon 26/117:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1R9 583
Wed 11/220:15
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop14h 25m
SWISS
Tue 17/217:40
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 13/1R9 600
Sun 18/110:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop23h 55m
Lufthansa
Mon 19/115:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1R9 600
Wed 21/119:45
JNB
-
LCY
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/117:40
LCY
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R9 616
Tue 28/419:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop13h 40m
Lufthansa
Wed 29/420:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1R9 616
Wed 28/114:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R9 616
Sun 25/110:10
JNB
-
LHR
2 stops23h 35m
Lufthansa
Sun 1/220:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 13/1R9 633
Tue 17/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/211:05
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R9 649
Mon 1/614:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 30/610:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R9 649
Wed 13/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/617:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R9 665

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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 14 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Europe that are best for you.

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Europe

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Wed 25/2

19:10-10:30

1 stop13h 20m

R9 797

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

London City

Sun 22/2

17:55-10:30

1 stop14h 35m

R9 961

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Tue 3/2

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

R9 977

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

8:45-22:40

1 stop14h 55m

London Heathrow

Sat 30/5

18:30-8:35

1 stop13h 05m

R10 043

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LCY

JNBLCY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

London City

Mon 16/2

17:45-10:30

1 stop14h 45m

R10 207

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

9:50-15:05

1 stop30h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 9/6

20:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R10 404

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 6/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R10 470

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 7/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

R10 470

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

9:50-14:30

1 stop30h 40m

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

R10 470

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

16:50-6:20

1 stop15h 30m

London Heathrow

Sun 1/2

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

R10 535

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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 564). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 879). 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 14 January 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 14 January 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
3 466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 466 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 466 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
3 714 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
4 167 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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
7 671 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 466 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

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 14h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9056 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 Norse Atlantic UK (R3 169), Ethiopian Air (R3 707), and Kenya Airways (R3 800).

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

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  • 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 564). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 879). 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 824AverageR11 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR6 546AverageR12 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 930AverageR9 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR7 473AverageR13 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR7 887AverageR13 134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 406AverageR12 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 492AverageR11 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR8 597AverageR13 548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 786AverageR12 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 997AverageR11 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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