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Cheap flights from South Africa to Europe from R4 978

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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CPH
apr 9 — apr 161
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 10 marzo 2026.

lun 11/514:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
gio 28/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop33h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R9 656
lun 4/514:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
lun 25/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R9 673
mer 25/38:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
mar 7/410:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop33h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R9 706
ven 12/69:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
sab 12/921:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R9 723
mer 6/58:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 05m
Ethiopian Air
lun 18/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R9 723
mer 1/49:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
mer 22/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/3R9 756
ven 1/59:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
ven 15/514:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R9 772
ven 1/59:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
ven 8/521:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/3R9 806
mer 1/49:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
mer 8/421:45
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R9 822
mer 1/49:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
sab 2/59:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3R9 872
lun 11/58:20
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop23h 00m
Ethiopian Air
mar 26/510:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R9 889
sab 28/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
ven 10/49:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3R9 906

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 10 marzo 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 656

One-way from

R4 978

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 253

Good round-trip deal

R10 753 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 215 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 50m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • South Africa to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R17 813 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 465 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 10 marzo 2026.
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JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun 18/5

23:15-9:35

1 stop34h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

lun 1/6

14:15-21:20

1 stop31h 05m

R11 088

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 14/5

14:30-6:25

1 stop15h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

lun 18/5

22:05-13:05

1 stop15h 00m

R11 454

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 30/7

9:50-6:55

1 stop21h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

lun 17/8

21:50-8:20

1 stop34h 30m

R11 720

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

mer 13/5

13:50-6:25

1 stop16h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

dom 17/5

22:05-13:00

1 stop14h 55m

R11 987

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

gio 30/4

18:35-6:00

Nonstop11h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

sab 16/5

20:50-7:50

Nonstop11h 00m

R12 120

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 9/6

17:50-16:50

1 stop24h 00m

London Stansted

ven 26/6

17:35-10:30

1 stop15h 55m

R12 186

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - STN

JNBSTN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun 18/5

18:00-16:40

1 stop23h 40m

London Stansted

dom 14/6

6:55-10:30

1 stop26h 35m

R12 220

JohannesburgFrankfurt am Main

JNB - FRA

JNBFRA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sab 21/3

13:25-7:35

1 stop19h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

sab 18/4

22:20-16:15

1 stop17h 55m

R12 303

JohannesburgLondon

JNB - LGW

JNBLGW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar 9/6

17:50-22:25

1 stop29h 35m

London Gatwick

ven 26/6

7:25-10:30

1 stop26h 05m

R12 320

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

mer 13/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop25h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

dom 17/5

11:00-11:30

1 stop24h 30m

R12 436

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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 845). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 856). 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 10 marzo 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 10 marzo 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
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
4 249 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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
7 781 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

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 15h 55m. 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 322), Norse Atlantic UK (R3 156), and Kenya Airways (R3 831).

  • 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 845). Flying from South Africa to Europe in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 856). 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 10 marzo 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR1 929AverageR12 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 894AverageR12 086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 739AverageR9 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air AlgerieCheapestR7 294AverageR8 851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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SWISSCheapestR8 094AverageR13 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 444AverageR13 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAAGCheapestR9 127AverageR13 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 127AverageR11 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 417AverageR12 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 461AverageR13 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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