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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R5 044

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
May 16 — May 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 16 April 2026.

Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R9 810
Sun 2/89:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 30/814:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 827
Thu 6/89:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 843
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 20/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R9 876
Thu 10/99:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/4R9 908
Mon 22/620:35
JNB
-
STN
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/68:15
STN
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R9 990
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/821:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 990
Mon 11/520:40
JNB
-
LGW
3 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/521:05
LGW
-
JNB
3 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R10 039
Sun 26/79:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/89:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R10 138
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 170
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R10 187
Sun 9/89:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/914:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R10 203

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 16 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 810

One-way from

R5 044

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 364

Good round-trip deal

R11 742 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 429 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/6-30/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 10m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 645 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 385 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 16 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:50-7:00

1 stop22h 10m

London Heathrow

Fri 18/9

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

R10 400

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LHR

JNBLHR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

9:50-15:05

1 stop30h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 9/10

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

R11 546

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

9:50-18:45

1 stop32h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 17/8

21:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R11 612

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

0:10-10:55

Nonstop11h 45m

London Gatwick

Sun 13/9

9:40-22:10

Nonstop11h 30m

R12 594

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-13:25

1 stop25h 45m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

8:10-9:00

1 stop23h 50m

R12 856

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

12:40-14:35

1 stop25h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 11/6

11:20-10:30

1 stop23h 10m

R12 889

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

12:40-8:50

1 stop20h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 13/5

16:10-10:30

1 stop18h 20m

R12 922

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-6:40

1 stop19h 00m

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

8:10-9:00

1 stop23h 50m

R13 053

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:15-8:50

1 stop19h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 21/5

11:00-11:30

1 stop24h 30m

R13 151

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

18:25-8:50

1 stop38h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 7/5

15:15-11:30

1 stop20h 15m

R13 168

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Europe (average of R11 644). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 118). 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 16 April 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 16 April 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
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 559 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
1 499 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7 890 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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 284), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 163), and Qatar Airways (R3 278).

  • 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 644). Flying from South Africa to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 118). 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 16 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 669AverageR12 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 815AverageR11 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 630AverageR9 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 216AverageR8 961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 552AverageR11 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 574AverageR13 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 769AverageR12 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR8 899AverageR12 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air EuropaCheapestR8 909AverageR13 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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SWISSCheapestR8 990AverageR13 793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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