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Cheap flights from South Africa to Iceland from R17 492

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KEF
Jul 27 — Aug 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Iceland

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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 27 June 2026.

Thu 12/1118:55
CPT
-
KEF
1 stop18h 00m
British Airways
Mon 16/1111:50
KEF
-
CPT
1 stop22h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 24/6R17 492
Wed 11/1119:35
JNB
-
KEF
1 stop17h 10m
British Airways
Wed 25/1111:50
KEF
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 25/6R18 216
Wed 11/1113:45
JNB
-
KEF
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/117:40
KEF
-
JNB
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/6R18 447
Mon 7/920:00
CPT
-
KEF
2 stops29h 35m
Emirates
Mon 21/916:10
KEF
-
CPT
2 stops46h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R18 925
Tue 21/719:25
JNB
-
KEF
1 stop16h 35m
British Airways
Wed 29/711:00
KEF
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 24/6R18 925

Find flight deals from South Africa to Iceland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Iceland flight deals. Data was last updated 27 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 492

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R14 807
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 12/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 20m total
  • South Africa to Iceland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R29 112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 151 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 525

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

R18 216

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

13:45-15:15

2 stops27h 30m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Wed 25/11

7:40-15:35

2 stops29h 55m

R18 744

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 892

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

20:00-23:35

2 stops29h 35m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 21/9

16:10-16:40

2 stops46h 30m

R18 925

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

22:20-23:35

2 stops27h 15m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Mon 12/10

16:10-10:15

2 stops40h 05m

R18 941

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

21:15-9:25

1 stop38h 10m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Thu 30/7

10:40-7:00

1 stop18h 20m

R21 296
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

19:25-9:25

1 stop16h 00m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 28/7

10:50-9:25

1 stop20h 35m

R22 071

JohannesburgReykjavik

JNB - KEF

JNBKEF

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

19:25-9:30

1 stop16h 05m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Tue 28/7

10:50-9:25

1 stop20h 35m

R22 944

Cape TownReykjavik

CPT - KEF

CPTKEF

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

20:00-20:10

2 stops26h 10m

Reykjavik Keflavik Intl

Sun 2/8

10:45-16:40

2 stops27h 55m

R23 059

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Iceland

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

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 344). Flying from South Africa to Iceland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 499). 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 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iceland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iceland. 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 Iceland. Reviews last updated 27 June 2026.
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
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
KLM
7,8
Good
1 531 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 102 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 070 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 603 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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

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

    For as low as R17 525, 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 344). Flying from South Africa to Iceland in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 499). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Iceland. 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 27 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR14 246AverageR17 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 871AverageR22 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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