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Cheap flights from South Africa to France from R4 607

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CDG
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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 24 July 2026.

Mon 27/720:00
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop16h 20m
Air Algerie
Sun 9/811:50
LYS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/7R11 467
Sun 6/920:55
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 13/915:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7R11 517
Thu 1/1013:30
JNB
-
NCE
2 stops28h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/1010:30
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/7R11 533
Fri 4/913:15
CPT
-
NCE
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/915:55
NCE
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7R11 616
Fri 4/914:05
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/915:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/7R11 881
Mon 16/1120:40
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 00m
Air Algerie
Fri 20/1112:35
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops19h 15m
Air Algerie
Deal found 23/7R12 047
Mon 28/913:30
JNB
-
NCE
2 stops43h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/1010:30
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/7R12 063
Mon 16/1120:40
JNB
-
LYS
1 stop23h 00m
Air Algerie
Thu 19/1119:40
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops36h 10m
Air Algerie
Deal found 19/7R12 080
Tue 8/913:15
CPT
-
NCE
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sat 19/915:55
NCE
-
CPT
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/7R12 097
Mon 17/820:55
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 24/815:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/7R12 113
Thu 3/917:55
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop15h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/910:30
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/7R12 130
Wed 2/1220:40
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop15h 00m
Air Algerie
Sun 3/111:40
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Air Algerie
Deal found 23/7R12 163

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 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 517

One-way from

R4 607

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 195

Good round-trip deal

R15 152 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 409 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 20m total
  • South Africa to France
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8/10
  • 8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to France
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R25 692 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 892 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 24 July 2026.
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JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

20:40-18:40

1 stop23h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Fri 20/11

12:35-8:50

2 stops19h 15m

R12 047

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

20:40-18:40

1 stop23h 00m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 19/11

19:40-8:50

2 stops36h 10m

R12 080

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

14:05-14:10

1 stop24h 05m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Fri 11/9

15:55-9:10

1 stop17h 15m

R12 130

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

20:55-14:10

1 stop17h 15m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Tue 18/8

15:55-9:10

1 stop17h 15m

R12 279

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

20:00-18:40

1 stop22h 40m

Paris Orly

Fri 28/8

14:00-8:50

2 stops18h 50m

R12 345

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

13:30-9:10

2 stops43h 40m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Fri 11/9

10:30-9:40

2 stops23h 10m

R12 362

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

20:40-14:20

1 stop18h 40m

Paris Orly

Sun 27/12

13:00-8:50

1 stop18h 50m

R12 362

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

20:40-11:30

1 stop15h 50m

Paris Orly

Thu 31/12

19:10-8:50

2 stops36h 40m

R12 362

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

20:40-14:20

1 stop18h 40m

Paris Orly

Sun 20/12

7:40-8:50

1 stop24h 10m

R12 378

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

13:30-17:10

2 stops28h 40m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Thu 19/11

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R12 395

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to France (average of R12 229). Flying from South Africa to France in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 262). 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 24 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 24 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 19% of weekly flights between South Africa and France have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 167 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 19% 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 24 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
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 632 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
7,4
Good
1 628 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
4 453 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 747 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
8 129 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 632 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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 Air Algerie, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to France in about 23h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 40m. The distance from South Africa to France is about 8320 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 460. 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to France (average of R12 229). Flying from South Africa to France in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 262). 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 24 July 2026.
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CondorCheapestR4 871AverageR13 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 643AverageR12 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 153AverageR15 091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 638AverageR12 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 984AverageR12 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR9 219AverageR10 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 463AverageR14 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 773AverageR13 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR9 888AverageR13 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 685AverageR12 769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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