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Cheap flights from South Africa to Houston from R11 336

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HOU
Dec 11 — Dec 181
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 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 221

One-way from

R11 336

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 786
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 19/1-5/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 06m total
  • South Africa to Houston
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19/2
  • 19/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • South Africa to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R9 979 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 687 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 11 November 2025.

Fri 26/1223:59JNB - IAH
1 stop45h 31mKLM
Sun 11/118:37IAH - JNB
2 stops33h 33mKLM
Deal found 9/11R17 975
Mon 22/1219:20JNB - IAH
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Fri 9/115:03IAH - JNB
2 stops33h 37mDelta
Deal found 10/11R19 386
Fri 26/1223:59JNB - IAH
2 stops29h 16mDelta
Sun 11/112:49IAH - JNB
2 stops35h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/11R19 558
Wed 19/1122:00JNB - IAH
2 stops30h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/1218:28IAH - JNB
2 stops31h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/11R20 418
Wed 19/1119:20JNB - IAH
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Wed 10/1213:36IAH - JNB
2 stops34h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/11R21 691
Wed 19/1122:00JNB - IAH
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 10/1215:50IAH - JNB
1 stop34h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/11R21 897
Fri 26/1222:00JNB - HOU
2 stops29h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/116:55HOU - JNB
2 stops30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/11R22 327
Mon 22/1223:59JNB - IAH
1 stop45h 31mKLM
Fri 9/116:05IAH - JNB
1 stop36h 05mKLM
Deal found 10/11R22 413
Fri 12/1219:45JNB - IAH
2 stops29h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/17:30IAH - JNB
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/11R23 669
Fri 26/1221:55JNB - HOU
1 stop33h 16mDelta
Sun 11/111:09HOU - JNB
2 stops37h 26mDelta
Deal found 10/11R26 524
Fri 12/1222:00JNB - IAH
1 stop24h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 5/121:45IAH - JNB
1 stop25h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/11R26 989
Wed 24/1213:25JNB - IAH
2 stops40h 03mEmirates
Sun 28/1219:10IAH - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEmirates
Deal found 10/11R29 431

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Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-21:15

1 stop31h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

16:25-19:15

1 stop18h 50m

R16 221

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

20:50-13:40

2 stops24h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

9:30-16:10

2 stops22h 40m

R17 580

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

21:30-16:12

1 stop26h 42m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/2

17:04-19:15

1 stop18h 11m

R17 666

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

23:59-13:30

1 stop45h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/1

18:37-12:10

2 stops33h 33m

R17 975

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:20-17:42

2 stops30h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 26/2

12:42-22:05

2 stops25h 23m

R18 164

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/1

14:00-13:55

2 stops31h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/2

18:37-5:50

2 stops27h 13m

R18 164

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

23:59-22:35

2 stops30h 36m

Houston Hobby

Thu 26/2

13:06-22:05

2 stops24h 59m

R18 182

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:59-22:35

2 stops30h 36m

Houston Hobby

Wed 25/2

13:06-22:05

2 stops24h 59m

R18 182

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

23:59-22:35

2 stops30h 36m

Houston Hobby

Wed 25/2

13:06-22:05

2 stops24h 59m

R18 182

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

21:15-19:15

1 stop29h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/7

20:33-9:25

2 stops29h 52m

R18 852

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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 R12 540). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 236). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Houston at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Houston. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Houston flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 11 November 2025.
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
1 410 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 660 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 012 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 041 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 510 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and Delta fly from South Africa to Houston in about 24h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 55m. 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 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 R12 540). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 236). 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 11 November 2025.
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 005AverageR18 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 786AverageR19 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR15 978AverageR18 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 480AverageR19 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 640AverageR19 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR17 246AverageR20 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR17 573AverageR21 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 798AverageR21 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 148AverageR21 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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