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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R5 117

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
May 2 — May 91
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 2 April 2026.

Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/521:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R9 947
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R9 964
Fri 12/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/614:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R9 981
Mon 1/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R9 998
Thu 6/89:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R10 014
Mon 18/520:40
JNB
-
LGW
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/66:30
LGW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3R10 014
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4R10 031
Wed 10/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 16/69:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R10 048
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/521:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R10 065
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 7/79:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R10 082
Wed 3/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/621:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4R10 098
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/521:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R10 115

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 947

One-way from

R5 117

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 734

Good round-trip deal

R11 403 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 554 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 45m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 55m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 028 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 506 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 2 April 2026.
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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

9:50-18:45

1 stop32h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 8/6

21:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R11 933

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

9:50-18:45

1 stop32h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 14/8

11:05-8:20

1 stop21h 15m

R11 933

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

9:50-6:55

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 16/6

11:05-8:20

1 stop21h 15m

R12 017

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

9:50-18:45

1 stop32h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/8

21:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

R12 068

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

19:10-20:05

1 stop24h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 19/4

22:20-5:30

1 stop31h 10m

R12 404

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

13:15-8:50

1 stop19h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 30/5

22:20-16:40

1 stop18h 20m

R12 522

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

14:45-13:25

1 stop23h 40m

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

14:55-8:50

1 stop16h 55m

R13 330

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

14:45-6:40

1 stop16h 55m

London Gatwick

Fri 8/5

14:55-8:50

1 stop16h 55m

R13 330

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

14:45-13:25

1 stop23h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 11/5

14:55-8:50

1 stop16h 55m

R13 330

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

19:50-6:40

1 stop35h 50m

London Gatwick

Tue 21/4

9:00-8:50

1 stop22h 50m

R13 381

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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 898). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 964). 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 2 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 2 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
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

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
3 553 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

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
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

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
4 293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

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
7 841 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 553 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

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 23h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9028 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 348), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 190), and Qatar Airways (R3 370).

  • 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 898). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 964). 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 770AverageR13 152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 948AverageR12 240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 813AverageR9 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 416AverageR9 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR8 183AverageR13 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 793AverageR12 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 834AverageR14 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air EuropaCheapestR9 156AverageR13 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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TAAGCheapestR9 180AverageR12 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 229AverageR11 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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