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Cheap flights from South Africa to Houston from R11 936

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HOU
Feb 6 — Feb 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 386

One-way from

R11 936

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 637
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 25/1-11/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • South Africa to Houston
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15/1
  • 15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 44m total
  • South Africa to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 930 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 318 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 January 2026.

Sun 25/119:35JNB - IAH
1 stop32h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/715:30IAH - JNB
1 stop32h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1R15 386
Wed 4/219:05JNB - IAH
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 30/621:05IAH - JNB
1 stop30h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1R15 418
Tue 7/417:50JNB - IAH
1 stop32h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 19/521:05IAH - JNB
1 stop30h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1R15 468
Mon 26/122:00JNB - IAH
2 stops32h 24mBritish Airways
Wed 3/621:05IAH - JNB
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1R15 484
Sun 14/618:00JNB - IAH
1 stop25h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/714:30IAH - JNB
1 stop37h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/1R15 664
Thu 15/122:00JNB - IAH
2 stops32h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 29/18:00IAH - JNB
2 stops39h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1R15 729
Tue 7/417:50JNB - IAH
1 stop32h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 13/514:30IAH - JNB
1 stop37h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/1R15 909
Mon 4/521:15JNB - IAH
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 25/515:30IAH - JNB
1 stop34h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1R15 974
Sun 14/621:15JNB - IAH
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 28/617:01IAH - JNB
2 stops30h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1R15 991
Mon 6/418:00JNB - IAH
1 stop32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 20/514:30IAH - JNB
1 stop37h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1R16 138
Mon 26/119:35JNB - IAH
2 stops28h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/615:30IAH - JNB
1 stop32h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1R16 154
Fri 6/321:30CPT - IAH
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Tue 31/315:20IAH - CPT
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/1R16 465

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Houston 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 7 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Houston that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

21:15-13:45

1 stop23h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 25/5

15:30-7:00

1 stop32h 30m

R15 974

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

18:00-19:10

1 stop32h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 19/5

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 138

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

17:50-19:10

1 stop32h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 29/6

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 318

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

17:50-19:10

1 stop32h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 30/6

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 318

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

17:50-12:45

1 stop25h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/4

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 416

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

18:00-19:10

1 stop32h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 20/5

14:30-10:30

1 stop37h 00m

R16 563

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

17:50-12:45

1 stop25h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 15/5

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 563

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

17:50-19:10

1 stop32h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 19/5

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 563

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

17:50-12:45

1 stop25h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/5

21:05-10:30

1 stop30h 25m

R16 563

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

21:15-19:51

2 stops29h 36m

Houston Hobby

Mon 25/5

20:22-9:25

2 stops30h 03m

R16 743

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Houston

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Houston (average of R11 969). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 383). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated 7 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Houston. 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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 701 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 138 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 150 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 655 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like American Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Houston in about 22h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 56m. There are 13868 km between South Africa and Houston. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Houston one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Houston are Qatar Airways (R8 000), Emirates (R13 040), and British Airways (R14 740).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Houston?

    The most popular route from South Africa to Houston is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Houston Hobby. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Houston George Bush Intcntl or Cape Town Intl - Houston Hobby.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Houston (average of R11 969). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 383). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Houston

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Houston. 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 7 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 461AverageR17 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapestR14 875AverageR16 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 005AverageR18 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 603AverageR18 185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapestR15 942AverageR17 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 273AverageR18 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 704AverageR20 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 261AverageR20 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 386AverageR21 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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