Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico City from R9 711

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 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Oct 10 — Oct 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 10 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 876

One-way from

R9 711

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R22 501
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 3/2-18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 10m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
27/11
  • 27/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R46 273 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 681 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City

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 10 September 2025.

Wed 17/921:15JNB - MEX
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 24/913:10MEX - JNB
2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/9R20 629
Wed 17/921:55JNB - MEX
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Wed 24/913:15MEX - JNB
1 stop22h 25mDelta
Deal found 8/9R21 451
Tue 28/1020:50CPT - MEX
2 stops34h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/1110:05MEX - CPT
2 stops23h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9R21 591
Thu 23/1019:50CPT - MEX
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 30/108:40MEX - CPT
1 stop22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/9R21 678
Sun 16/1118:30CPT - MEX
2 stops53h 30mEmirates
Fri 21/1119:40MEX - CPT
2 stops37h 05mEmirates
Deal found 9/9R25 178
Sun 16/1120:35CPT - MEX
1 stop30h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 21/1121:00MEX - CPT
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9R25 493
Thu 9/1023:15JNB - MEX
2 stops31h 05mDelta
Thu 16/1011:15MEX - JNB
1 stop24h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/9R25 860
Thu 13/1113:40CPT - MEX
2 stops34h 20mEmirates
Mon 15/1219:40MEX - CPT
2 stops32h 00mEmirates
Deal found 9/9R27 102
Thu 23/107:00CPT - MEX
3 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1019:40MEX - CPT
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9R27 155
Wed 17/1211:10JNB - MEX
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/120:40MEX - JNB
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9R27 680
Tue 30/1219:45JNB - MEX
2 stops33h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/17:50MEX - JNB
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/9R27 872
Sun 16/1113:40CPT - MEX
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1119:55MEX - CPT
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9R27 890

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Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

20:50-20:50

1 stop32h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 16/11

11:00-18:00

1 stop23h 00m

R21 591

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/10

19:50-17:50

2 stops30h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 30/10

8:40-15:20

1 stop22h 40m

R21 678

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

10:10-12:30

2 stops58h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 17/2

1:05-10:30

2 stops49h 25m

R25 003

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

23:15-22:20

2 stops31h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 16/10

11:15-19:40

1 stop24h 25m

R25 860

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

11:10-12:10

2 stops33h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 23/12

0:40-9:05

2 stops24h 25m

R27 680

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

19:45-21:15

2 stops33h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 9/1

7:50-18:35

2 stops26h 45m

R27 872

DurbanMexico City

DUR - MEX

DURMEX

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 14/11

19:10-16:00

2 stops52h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 18/11

19:40-17:10

2 stops37h 30m

R27 995

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

19:45-12:30

2 stops48h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 18/2

13:50-10:30

3 stops36h 40m

R28 292

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

22:00-21:15

2 stops31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 24/12

21:00-10:25

1 stop29h 25m

R29 220

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

20:25-22:20

2 stops33h 55m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 16/10

23:20-16:10

2 stops32h 50m

R29 255

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City (average of R1 086). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 566). 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 10 September 2025.

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

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 10 September 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

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

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

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  • 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 United Airlines, Air Canada, and Delta fly from South Africa to Mexico City in about 31h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 27h 15m. South Africa and Mexico City are separated by a distance of 14587 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico City (average of R1 086). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 566). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Mexico City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR18 632AverageR23 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR19 091AverageR24 006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR20 318AverageR24 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR20 405AverageR36 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapestR20 434AverageR23 947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 537AverageR28 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR27 246AverageR34 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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