How long is the flight from South Africa to Iceland?

For as low as R15 426, British Airways can have you in Iceland from South Africa in 38h 40m. There are 10940 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).

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.

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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.

R8 726+ Cheap Flights from South Africa to Iceland

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Iceland

Round-trip from	R15 426
One-way from	R8 726
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R15 339

British Airways
6/2-10/2
2 total stops
56h 25m total
South Africa to Iceland

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16/12
2 total stops
33h 05m total
South Africa to Iceland

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R45 675 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 786 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Iceland
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 3 November 2025.

Thu 6/1112:30CPT - KEF

1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines

Thu 13/1117:55KEF - CPT

1 stop38h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/11R13 971

Tue 9/1218:50JNB - KEF

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Thu 18/127:35KEF - JNB

2 stops31h 00mEmirates

Deal found 1/11R23 632

Tue 9/1218:50JNB - KEF

2 stops46h 30mEmirates

Fri 19/127:30KEF - JNB

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Deal found 1/11R25 069

Tue 9/1223:59JNB - KEF

1 stop21h 06mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/127:30KEF - JNB

1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/11R26 454

Tue 9/1219:35JNB - KEF

1 stop17h 15mBritish Airways

Fri 19/1211:50KEF - JNB

1 stop17h 45mBritish Airways

Deal found 1/11R29 968

Tue 9/1222:00JNB - KEF

1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/1211:50KEF - JNB

2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 2/11R30 193

Best flights from South Africa to Iceland
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 3 November 2025.

Fri 6/222:00JNB - KEF

1 stop38h 40mBritish Airways

Tue 10/211:50KEF - JNB

1 stop17h 45mBritish Airways

Deal found 31/10R15 426

Tue 17/314:00CPT - KEF

2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/411:00KEF - CPT

1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/11R16 966

Fri 6/210:40JNB - KEF

2 stops53h 40mLufthansa

Tue 10/215:20KEF - JNB

1 stop16h 10mLufthansa

Deal found 31/10R18 698

Fri 6/218:50JNB - KEF

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Tue 10/27:40KEF - JNB

2 stops24h 45mEmirates

Deal found 31/10R19 131

Fri 6/322:00JNB - KEF

1 stop38h 40mBritish Airways

Fri 17/410:30KEF - JNB

1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways

Deal found 1/11R15 426

Fri 6/218:55CPT - KEF

1 stop18h 00mBritish Airways

Tue 10/211:50KEF - CPT

1 stop22h 20mBritish Airways

Deal found 31/10R16 291

Fri 6/318:50JNB - KEF

2 stops55h 05mEmirates

Fri 17/410:30KEF - JNB

2 stops27h 45mEmirates

Deal found 1/11R19 148

Fri 6/322:00JNB - KEF

1 stop38h 40mMultiple Airlines

Fri 17/48:35KEF - JNB

2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 1/11R19 546

Tue 17/314:00CPT - KEF

2 stops22h 50mBritish Airways

Thu 2/410:30KEF - CPT

2 stops26h 05mBritish Airways

Deal found 1/11R19 546

Fri 6/310:40JNB - KEF

2 stops53h 40mLufthansa

Thu 16/41:15KEF - JNB

2 stops29h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 1/11R24 342

Tue 9/1218:50JNB - KEF

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Thu 18/127:35KEF - JNB

2 stops31h 00mEmirates

Deal found 1/11R23 632

Tue 9/1218:50JNB - KEF

2 stops46h 30mEmirates

Fri 19/127:30KEF - JNB

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Deal found 1/11R25 069

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JNB - KEF

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-10:40

1 stop38h 40m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 10/2

11:50-7:35

1 stop17h 45m

R15 426

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

22:00-10:40

1 stop38h 40m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 17/4

10:30-7:00

1 stop18h 30m

R15 426

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/2

18:55-10:55

1 stop18h 00m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 10/2

11:50-12:10

1 stop22h 20m

R16 291

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

14:00-19:05

2 stops31h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 2/4

11:00-21:45

1 stop32h 45m

R16 966

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

10:40-14:20

2 stops53h 40m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 10/2

15:20-9:30

1 stop16h 10m

R18 698

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

18:50-23:55

2 stops31h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 10/2

7:40-10:25

2 stops24h 45m

R19 131

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

18:50-23:55

2 stops55h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 17/4

10:30-16:15

2 stops27h 45m

R19 148

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

22:00-10:40

1 stop38h 40m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Fri 17/4

8:35-10:00

2 stops23h 25m

R19 546

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

14:00-10:50

2 stops22h 50m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 2/4

10:30-14:35

2 stops26h 05m

R19 546

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

18:50-23:55

2 stops31h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 18/12

7:35-16:35

2 stops31h 00m

R23 632

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Iceland (average of R10 647). Flying from South Africa to Iceland in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 057). 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 IS?

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Iceland in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iceland

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

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 404 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 038 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 544 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 494 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 400 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Iceland?
For as low as R15 426, British Airways can have you in Iceland from South Africa in 38h 40m. There are 10940 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Iceland (average of R10 647). Flying from South Africa to Iceland in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 057). 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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Lufthansa	CheapestR10 651	AverageR16 942	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
KLM	CheapestR12 558	AverageR18 409	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
British Airways	CheapestR14 579	AverageR17 494	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR17 011	AverageR18 574	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR18 253	AverageR23 529	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Iceland

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