Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico City from R13 208

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Jan 10 — Jan 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 December 2025.

Wed 10/1219:35JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 17/1214:23MEX - JNB
2 stops33h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12R40 644
Wed 10/1219:35JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 17/1221:00MEX - JNB
1 stop26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/12R41 340
Thu 11/127:00DUR - MEX
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/120:40MEX - DUR
3 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12R41 663
Thu 11/1219:10DUR - MEX
2 stops52h 50mEmirates
Mon 15/1219:40MEX - DUR
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Deal found 10/12R44 196
Wed 10/128:40JNB - MEX
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1213:50MEX - JNB
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12R49 415

Find flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Mexico City flight deals. Data was last updated 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 259

One-way from

R13 208

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R27 572
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 8/2-23/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
26/3
  • 26/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R10 723 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 874 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Mexico City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Mexico City that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

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Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

11:30-17:20

1 stop37h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/2

23:10-7:45

2 stops24h 35m

R16 030

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

22:00-21:15

2 stops31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 26/1

16:00-7:35

2 stops31h 35m

R20 007

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:35-18:45

1 stop31h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 31/1

16:00-10:25

2 stops34h 25m

R20 024

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

22:00-18:45

1 stop28h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 23/2

12:35-7:35

2 stops35h 00m

R20 058

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

22:00-0:10

2 stops34h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 27/1

12:30-10:25

2 stops37h 55m

R20 466

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

22:00-21:15

2 stops31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 30/1

16:00-10:25

2 stops34h 25m

R20 636

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

22:00-23:20

2 stops33h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/2

16:00-7:35

2 stops31h 35m

R20 721

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/1

20:50-16:45

2 stops27h 55m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 31/1

9:40-16:10

1 stop22h 30m

R20 942

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 23/1

20:50-21:15

2 stops32h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 30/1

5:45-18:00

2 stops28h 15m

R20 942

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:25-10:00

2 stops46h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 15/6

6:35-7:00

2 stops40h 25m

R21 265

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mexico City from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Mexico City

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City (average of R18 018). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 245). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to Mexico City in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Mexico City flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated 11 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Mexico City, such as Emirates, KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Mexico City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Mexico City from South Africa?

    If you book a flight to Mexico City from South Africa, you will be flying to Benito Juarez, which is the city’s only airport. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is located 8,9 km from the centre of Mexico City.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Mexico City?

    Airlines like British Airways, United Airlines, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Mexico City in about 27h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 24h 55m. South Africa and Mexico City are separated by a distance of 13702 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Mexico City one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Mexico City are Emirates (R8 726), Qatar Airways (R13 940), and British Airways (R15 909).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Mexico City?

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Mexico City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Mexico City?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Mexico City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City (average of R18 018). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 245). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Mexico City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 122AverageR22 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 820AverageR23 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR19 824AverageR34 711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 991AverageR23 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR20 048AverageR23 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 291AverageR26 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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