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Cheap flights from South Africa to France from R4 578

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 1 — Aug 81
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 2 July 2026.

Sun 6/913:30
JNB
-
BOD
2 stops28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 7/1018:50
BOD
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R11 436
Thu 1/1013:30
JNB
-
BOD
2 stops28h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/1011:05
BOD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 633
Sun 4/1013:30
JNB
-
BOD
2 stops44h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/1011:05
BOD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R11 961
Sun 4/1013:30
JNB
-
BOD
2 stops44h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 13/1011:05
BOD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R11 994
Sun 13/913:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/910:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R12 174
Mon 27/713:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/810:25
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops23h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R12 191
Fri 2/1013:30
JNB
-
BOD
2 stops44h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 13/1011:05
BOD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R12 289
Wed 30/918:00
JNB
-
BOD
1 stop16h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/1011:05
BOD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7R12 338
Thu 19/1113:30
JNB
-
LYS
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1118:10
LYS
-
JNB
2 stops38h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7R12 355
Sun 12/719:30
CPT
-
CDG
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 23/89:15
CDG
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/6R12 502
Thu 15/1013:15
CPT
-
CDG
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 22/1016:25
CDG
-
CPT
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/6R12 584
Mon 20/719:20
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/818:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R12 601

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 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 436

One-way from

R4 578

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 914

Good round-trip deal

R15 748 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 145 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/9-7/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 15m total
  • South Africa to France
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18/9
  • 18/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 25m total
  • South Africa to France
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R19 501 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 813 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 2 July 2026.
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JohannesburgBordeaux

JNB - BOD

JNBBOD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

13:30-17:55

2 stops28h 25m

Bordeaux

Wed 7/10

18:50-9:40

2 stops38h 50m

R11 633

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 15/9

10:25-9:40

2 stops23h 15m

R12 174

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/7

13:30-17:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Sun 9/8

10:25-9:40

2 stops23h 15m

R12 191

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:30-9:40

2 stops45h 10m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Mon 23/11

18:10-9:40

2 stops38h 30m

R12 371

JohannesburgBordeaux

JNB - BOD

JNBBOD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/10

17:55-10:10

1 stop16h 15m

Bordeaux

Tue 13/10

11:05-9:40

2 stops22h 35m

R12 683

JohannesburgBordeaux

JNB - BOD

JNBBOD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

18:50-10:30

1 stop16h 40m

Bordeaux

Sun 22/11

11:25-9:40

2 stops21h 15m

R12 683

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

9:50-18:35

1 stop33h 45m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 11/12

21:15-8:20

1 stop34h 05m

R12 765

Cape TownParis

CPT - CDG

CPTCDG

Cape Town Intl

Wed 29/7

23:15-20:05

1 stop20h 50m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 5/8

16:10-21:25

1 stop29h 15m

R13 372

JohannesburgLyon

JNB - LYS

JNBLYS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

14:05-1:10

3 stops35h 05m

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

Tue 15/9

16:35-8:20

3 stops39h 45m

R13 487

Cape TownToulouse

CPT - TLS

CPTTLS

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

23:15-22:45

1 stop23h 30m

Toulouse Blagnac

Sun 9/8

6:05-21:25

1 stop15h 20m

R13 946

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to France (average of R12 174). Flying from South Africa to France in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 636). 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 2 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 2 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 161 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 Sunday 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 2 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
3 606 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

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
3 606 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

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
7,5
Good
1 616 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

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
4 438 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

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
3 742 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

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
8 091 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 606 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Overall

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 Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and KLM fly from South Africa to France in about 20h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 55m. The distance from South Africa to France is about 9357 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 406. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Condor, 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 174). Flying from South Africa to France in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 636). 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 2 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 823AverageR13 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 578AverageR12 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 083AverageR14 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 086AverageR11 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR9 128AverageR10 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 295AverageR12 592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 420AverageR14 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 683AverageR13 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 580AverageR12 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 764AverageR13 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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