How long is the flight from South Africa to Jamaica?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Jamaica in 33h 51m. Fly via United Airlines or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 12324 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Jamaica ranges from 40.0 - 180.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 180.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Jamaica when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Jamaica, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Jamaica 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 Jamaica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2026.

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Best flights from South Africa to Jamaica
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Jamaica that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 October 2026.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to Jamaica

Round-trip from	R21 561
One-way from	R12 048
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R26 104

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45h 24m total
South Africa to Jamaica

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South Africa to Jamaica

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Tue 17/11

16:40-9:16

3 stops47h 36m

Kingston Norman Manley

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MBJ Montego Bay Sangster Intl

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Thu 22/10

22:00-13:30

2 stops46h 30m

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12:25-18:35

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MBJ Montego Bay Sangster Intl

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Thu 12/11

10:25-12:13

2 stops32h 48m

Montego Bay Sangster Intl

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14:54-18:35

2 stops68h 41m

R22 565

JohannesburgMontego Bay

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MBJ Montego Bay Sangster Intl

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19:55-21:25

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11:30-10:00

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JohannesburgKingston

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KIN Kingston Norman Manley

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-22:26

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Kingston Norman Manley

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7:08-10:25

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19:35-22:23

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Kingston Norman Manley

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7:00-10:25

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JohannesburgKingston

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KIN Kingston Norman Manley

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-22:23

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Kingston Norman Manley

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7:00-10:25

2 stops44h 25m

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KIN Kingston Norman Manley

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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19:35-22:23

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16:21-10:25

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KIN Kingston Norman Manley

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10:10-16:55

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MBJ Montego Bay Sangster Intl

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22:00-14:14

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Jamaica (average of R24 820). Flying from South Africa to Jamaica in August is currently the most expensive (average of R30 383). 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 Jamaica

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Jamaica, such as United Airlines,Qatar Airways, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7,4

Good

10 382 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

SFO - LIH

Everything was great except the quality of the audio for the monitor

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7,4

Good

10 382 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 382 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

SFO - LIH

Everything was great except the quality of the audio for the monitor

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

3 721 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 382 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

SFO - LIH

Everything was great except the quality of the audio for the monitor

American Airlines

7,0

Good

12 177 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 382 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

SFO - LIH

Everything was great except the quality of the audio for the monitor

British Airways

6,7

Okay

8 264 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 382 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

SFO - LIH

Everything was great except the quality of the audio for the monitor

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Jamaica?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Jamaica in 33h 51m. Fly via United Airlines or British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 12324 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Jamaica that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Jamaica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Jamaica?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Jamaica.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Jamaica?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Jamaica 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 Jamaica?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Jamaica (average of R24 820). Flying from South Africa to Jamaica in August is currently the most expensive (average of R30 383). 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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United Airlines	CheapestR19 316	AverageR25 188	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	CheapestR19 705	AverageR24 106	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	CheapestR22 536	AverageR25 366	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR24 990	AverageR30 645	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to JamaicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Jamaica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2026.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Jamaica

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Jamaica, such as United Airlines,Qatar Airways, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from South Africa to Jamaica?

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

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

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

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Jamaica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2026.

Best flights from South Africa to Jamaica
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Jamaica that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 October 2026.

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