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Cheap flights from South Africa to France from R4 614

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CDG
Aug 7 — Aug 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to France
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to France. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 July 2026.

Tue 21/713:30
JNB
-
MRS
2 stops28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 18/810:25
MRS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7R11 633
Fri 6/1113:30
JNB
-
MRS
2 stops28h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 26/1111:30
MRS
-
JNB
2 stops21h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R12 088
Thu 19/1113:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1118:10
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7R12 234
Mon 31/813:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops43h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/918:50
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R12 315
Thu 8/1013:15
CPT
-
CDG
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 24/1016:25
CDG
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/7R12 396
Mon 20/79:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/810:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/7R12 510
Wed 30/917:40
CPT
-
CDG
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/1016:30
CDG
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7R12 526
Thu 1/109:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/1021:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/7R12 526
Wed 5/89:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 31/1021:15
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/7R12 543
Mon 27/79:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/815:50
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/7R12 559
Sat 8/89:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/821:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/7R12 575
Wed 29/713:30
JNB
-
CDG
2 stops25h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 13/816:10
CDG
-
JNB
2 stops41h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/7R12 591

Find flight deals from South Africa to France

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to France flight deals. Data was last updated 8 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 633

One-way from

R4 614

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 931

Good round-trip deal

R15 328 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 526 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/7-18/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • South Africa to France
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18/9
  • 18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 10m total
  • South Africa to France
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R25 163 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 830 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to France 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 8 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to France that are best for you.

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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-17:10

2 stops28h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 23/11

18:10-9:40

2 stops38h 30m

R12 234

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 10/9

10:25-9:40

2 stops23h 15m

R12 380

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/9

13:30-15:05

2 stops25h 35m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 29/9

11:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R12 510

JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

18:50-17:00

1 stop23h 10m

Marseille

Thu 26/11

11:30-9:40

2 stops21h 10m

R12 786

JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

23:15-16:40

1 stop17h 25m

Marseille

Fri 7/8

6:30-21:20

1 stop14h 50m

R12 981

JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

18:50-8:45

1 stop13h 55m

Marseille

Tue 11/8

20:30-10:20

1 stop13h 50m

R12 998

Cape TownNice

CPT - NCE

CPTNCE

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

13:15-21:45

2 stops32h 30m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Tue 6/10

15:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

R13 160

Cape TownNice

CPT - NCE

CPTNCE

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/11

12:35-13:15

1 stop25h 40m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Thu 26/11

15:00-10:30

1 stop18h 30m

R13 176

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

9:45-7:55

1 stop22h 10m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sun 9/8

10:40-8:20

1 stop21h 40m

R13 193

Cape TownParis

CPT - CDG

CPTCDG

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/8

23:15-20:05

1 stop20h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 8/8

8:55-21:25

1 stop36h 30m

R13 274

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to France

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to France from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to France

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to France?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to France (average of R12 120). Flying from South Africa to France in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 906). 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 FR?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to France. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 July 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 France as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to France

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to France. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to FR0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to France delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between South Africa and France have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 157 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to France flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to France flights?

Over the past year, Air France have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to France?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to France, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing France

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to France. 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 France. Reviews last updated 8 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air France, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa to France. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air France
7,5
Good
1 623 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 440 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 103 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to France. 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 France?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Air France, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to France in about 17h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 05m. The distance from South Africa to France is about 8081 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 France one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is RwandAir, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 353. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to France for a low price.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to France flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to France?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to France.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to France?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to France 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 France?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to France (average of R12 120). Flying from South Africa to France in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 906). 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 France

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to France. 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 8 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 146AverageR13 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 514AverageR11 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 014AverageR14 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 016AverageR11 737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 808AverageR12 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR9 039AverageR9 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 328AverageR14 211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 582AverageR13 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR9 695AverageR13 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 477AverageR12 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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