How long is the flight from South Africa to Iceland?

For as low as R17 491, British Airways can have you in Iceland from South Africa in 18h. There are 11468 km between South Africa and Iceland. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iceland ranges from 40.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Iceland when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iceland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 11.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 0.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to IS?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Iceland as you normally would.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Iceland?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Iceland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Iceland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 June 2026.

Wed 7/1014:35

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2 stops28h 10m

Multiple Airlines

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3 stops36h 20m

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Deal found 18/6R17 327

Thu 12/1118:55

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KEF

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British Airways

Mon 16/1111:50

KEF

CPT

1 stop22h 20m

British Airways

Deal found 18/6R17 426

Wed 11/1119:35

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KEF

1 stop17h 10m

British Airways

Wed 25/1111:50

KEF

JNB

1 stop20h 35m

British Airways

Deal found 17/6R17 524

Thu 5/1119:35

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British Airways

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Deal found 17/6R18 330

Wed 7/1018:25

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Emirates

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Deal found 21/6R18 954

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Deal found 18/6R19 332

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Round-trip from	R17 327
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	June
Average price	R14 779

7/10-12/10
5 total stops
64h 30m total
South Africa to Iceland

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JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

14:35-16:45

2 stops28h 10m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

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1:00-15:20

3 stops36h 20m

R17 327

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

18:55-10:55

1 stop18h 00m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 16/11

11:50-12:10

1 stop22h 20m

R17 491

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

19:35-10:45

1 stop17h 10m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 25/11

11:50-10:25

1 stop20h 35m

R17 524

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-10:55

1 stop17h 20m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 16/11

11:50-10:25

1 stop20h 35m

R18 132

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

12:45-14:10

2 stops27h 25m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 25/11

7:40-8:40

2 stops23h 00m

R18 478

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

22:20-23:55

2 stops27h 35m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 16/11

7:40-10:25

2 stops24h 45m

R18 560

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/9

20:00-23:35

2 stops29h 35m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 30/9

10:30-16:40

2 stops28h 10m

R19 069

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/11

18:55-17:15

2 stops48h 20m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 16/11

10:00-10:30

2 stops46h 30m

R19 546

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

16:35-23:50

2 stops33h 15m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 21/10

18:45-13:00

3 stops40h 15m

R20 763

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

18:50-10:00

1 stop17h 10m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 29/7

11:00-11:00

1 stop22h 00m

R21 848

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Iceland (average of R10 324). Flying from South Africa to Iceland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 469). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Iceland?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Iceland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iceland

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Iceland, such as Emirates,KLM, andLufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 591 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 591 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 591 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

KLM

7,8

Good

1 530 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 591 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

8 086 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 591 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

British Airways

6,7

Okay

8 062 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 591 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Iceland?
For as low as R17 491, British Airways can have you in Iceland from South Africa in 18h. There are 11468 km between South Africa and Iceland. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Iceland that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Iceland flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Iceland?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Iceland.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Iceland?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Iceland 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 Iceland?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Iceland (average of R10 324). Flying from South Africa to Iceland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 469). 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 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Iceland

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
British Airways	CheapestR14 218	AverageR17 447	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR19 833	AverageR21 972	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Iceland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 June 2026.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Iceland that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 22 June 2026.

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