How long is the flight from South Africa to Marseille?

A quick flight from South Africa to Marseille can take about 19h 30m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 966. The distance between South Africa and Marseille is about 8081 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Marseille ranges from 10.0 - 90.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Marseille when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Marseille, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Marseille?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Marseille are Turkish Airlines, Air France and British Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

When flying from South Africa to Marseille, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Marseille from South Africa?

Marseille (MRS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Marseille. It is only a 20,0 km journey from Marseille (MRS) to Marseille’s city centre.

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

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

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Round-trip from	R11 455
One-way from	R4 855
Popular in	September
Cheapest in	April
Average price	R13 546

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62h 25m total
South Africa to Marseille

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Marseille (average of R12 492). Flying from South Africa to Marseille in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 562). 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 Marseille?

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Marseille. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Marseille by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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Carlie,Jun 2026

ATH - CDG

The crew was very friendly and one even suggested i look outside the window so I can see the Swiss Alps! I was not expecting food on our 2.5hour flight - sample of 3 kinds of sandwiches (super soft bread) and 2 mini apple filled donuts that was so good. Air france is my new favorite airline!

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Marseille from South Africa?
Marseille (MRS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Marseille. It is only a 20,0 km journey from Marseille (MRS) to Marseille’s city centre.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Marseille?
A quick flight from South Africa to Marseille can take about 19h 30m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 966. The distance between South Africa and Marseille is about 8081 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Marseille that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Marseille flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Marseille?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Marseille.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Marseille?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Marseille 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 Marseille?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Marseille (average of R12 492). Flying from South Africa to Marseille in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 562). 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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