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Cheap flights from South Africa to France from R4 501

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CDG
Aug 17 — Aug 241
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 18 July 2026.

Thu 30/79:45
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/810:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R10 948
Thu 6/89:45
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/810:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7R11 228
Mon 7/920:00
JNB
-
MRS
1 stop14h 30m
Air Algerie
Sun 13/916:50
MRS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Air Algerie
Deal found 17/7R11 343
Tue 1/913:30
JNB
-
NCE
2 stops43h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/910:45
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/7R11 442
Fri 4/913:15
CPT
-
NCE
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/915:55
NCE
-
CPT
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/7R11 508
Thu 3/913:15
CPT
-
NCE
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/915:55
NCE
-
CPT
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/7R11 607
Sun 6/920:55
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/915:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/7R11 739
Mon 14/913:30
JNB
-
NCE
2 stops43h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 20/910:45
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R11 772
Thu 30/714:05
JNB
-
NCE
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 14/815:55
NCE
-
JNB
1 stop17h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/7R11 838
Sun 13/90:10
CPT
-
MRS
1 stop34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1023:10
MRS
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7R11 838
Sun 6/913:30
JNB
-
NCE
2 stops43h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/910:45
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/7R11 854
Sun 30/813:30
JNB
-
NCE
2 stops43h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 7/919:25
NCE
-
JNB
2 stops38h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/7R11 920

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 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 948

One-way from

R4 501

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 366

Good round-trip deal

R15 076 or less

Good one-way deal

R12 347 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/7-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • South Africa to France
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14/10
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to France
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 212 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 18 July 2026.
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JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:00-10:30

1 stop14h 30m

Marseille

Sun 13/9

16:50-7:45

1 stop14h 55m

R11 343

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

13:30-8:55

2 stops43h 25m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Tue 8/9

10:45-9:40

2 stops22h 55m

R11 442

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

9:45-7:20

1 stop21h 35m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Fri 21/8

10:55-8:15

1 stop21h 20m

R11 541

Cape TownNice

CPT - NCE

CPTNCE

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

13:15-14:10

1 stop24h 55m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Thu 17/9

15:55-17:30

1 stop25h 35m

R11 607

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:55-14:10

1 stop17h 15m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Tue 8/9

15:55-9:10

1 stop17h 15m

R11 937

JohannesburgMarseille

JNB - MRS

JNBMRS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:00-10:30

1 stop14h 30m

Marseille

Thu 24/9

20:15-8:50

2 stops36h 35m

R12 151

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

13:30-9:10

2 stops43h 40m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Wed 16/9

10:45-9:40

2 stops22h 55m

R12 382

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

18:50-14:30

1 stop20h 40m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Tue 12/1

11:15-9:40

2 stops21h 25m

R12 596

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

13:30-14:30

2 stops26h 00m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 7/12

11:15-9:40

2 stops21h 25m

R12 629

JohannesburgNice

JNB - NCE

JNBNCE

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

14:05-14:10

1 stop24h 05m

Nice Côte d'Azur

Thu 17/9

15:55-4:00

1 stop36h 05m

R13 140

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to France

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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 168). Flying from South Africa to France in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 185). 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 18 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 18 July 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to FR0 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 18 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
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 629 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 627 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
4 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
8 126 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 629 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways fly from South Africa to France in about 14h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 28h 55m. 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 433. 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 168). Flying from South Africa to France in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 185). 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 18 July 2026.
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CondorCheapestR4 847AverageR13 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 610AverageR12 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 117AverageR15 027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 599AverageR12 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR8 939AverageR12 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR9 173AverageR10 062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 415AverageR14 514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 724AverageR13 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR9 839AverageR13 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 632AverageR12 704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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