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Cheap flights from South Africa to Houston from R12 164

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 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HOU
Apr 15 — Apr 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Houston

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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 16 March 2026.

Mon 27/718:00
JNB
-
IAH
1 stop32h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/814:30
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop37h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/3R16 038
Wed 22/421:15
JNB
-
IAH
2 stops33h 44m
American Airlines
Fri 1/518:27
IAH
-
JNB
2 stops29h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/3R16 630
Tue 28/720:00
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop28h 11m
United Airlines
Thu 6/87:20
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop25h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3R16 867
Thu 23/419:50
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 3/522:45
IAH
-
CPT
2 stops33h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3R16 952
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
IAH
1 stop32h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 29/421:05
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3R17 019
Thu 24/921:15
JNB
-
IAH
1 stop23h 10m
British Airways
Thu 1/1021:05
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 13/3R17 256
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
IAH
1 stop32h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 2/521:05
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3R17 358
Thu 3/917:50
JNB
-
IAH
1 stop25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 7/921:05
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/3R17 561
Mon 4/520:25
JNB
-
IAH
2 stops34h 34m
Delta
Mon 25/515:20
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Delta
Deal found 11/3R17 611
Thu 23/419:50
CPT
-
IAH
2 stops24h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 5/518:05
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop32h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3R17 611
Tue 16/617:50
JNB
-
IAH
1 stop25h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 26/721:05
IAH
-
JNB
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3R17 696
Mon 27/419:50
CPT
-
IAH
1 stop22h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 10/518:05
IAH
-
CPT
1 stop32h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3R17 696

Find 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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 038

One-way from

R12 164

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 170
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/7-10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 10m total
  • South Africa to Houston
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 30m total
  • South Africa to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R28 250 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 860 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 16 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

19:50-13:37

2 stops24h 47m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/5

18:05-9:30

1 stop32h 25m

R17 611

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

19:50-17:08

2 stops28h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/5

18:05-9:30

1 stop32h 25m

R17 696

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:25-13:25

1 stop25h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/6

9:26-7:00

2 stops38h 34m

R18 034

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

21:15-13:25

1 stop23h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/6

13:34-7:00

2 stops34h 26m

R18 051

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - HOU

JNBHOU

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:25-19:51

2 stops31h 26m

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/6

20:23-7:00

2 stops27h 37m

R18 136
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

15:05-11:03

2 stops26h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/5

12:00-18:30

2 stops23h 30m

R18 390

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

20:25-23:41

2 stops34h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 25/5

5:20-21:20

2 stops33h 00m

R18 440

JohannesburgHouston

JNB - IAH

JNBIAH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

21:15-20:37

2 stops30h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/9

16:36-9:25

2 stops33h 49m

R18 846

Cape TownHouston

CPT - IAH

CPTIAH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

19:50-17:08

2 stops28h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/5

20:05-9:30

2 stops30h 25m

R19 016

Cape TownHouston

CPT - HOU

CPTHOU

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/4

7:40-23:09

2 stops46h 29m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/5

6:00-21:25

2 stops32h 25m

R19 794

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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 R13 264). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 952). 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 16 March 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
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 737 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 429 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 256 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 794 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 United Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from South Africa to Houston in about 24h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 42m. 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 R13 264). Flying from South Africa to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 952). 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 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 824AverageR17 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapestR15 391AverageR16 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 495AverageR18 612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 250AverageR19 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 830AverageR18 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 000AverageR18 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 644AverageR21 087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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DeltaCheapestR18 527AverageR22 124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR21 469AverageR22 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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