Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico City from R12 321

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Feb 10 — Feb 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 11 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 509

One-way from

R12 321

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 166
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 3/2-16/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
8/6
  • 8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 414 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 836 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 January 2026.

Tue 3/222:00JNB - MEX
2 stops31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 16/20:25MEX - JNB
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1R17 509
Tue 20/122:00JNB - MEX
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 27/116:00MEX - JNB
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R19 107
Tue 24/222:00JNB - MEX
2 stops31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/314:55MEX - JNB
2 stops35h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1R19 223
Tue 24/219:35JNB - MEX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 3/38:00MEX - JNB
2 stops42h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/1R19 255
Thu 22/110:40JNB - MEX
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/20:40MEX - JNB
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/1R19 618
Wed 2/918:50CPT - MEX
2 stops50h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 21/923:20MEX - CPT
2 stops27h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/1R19 733
Fri 22/521:15JNB - MEX
2 stops55h 29mBritish Airways
Mon 25/511:05MEX - JNB
2 stops35h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R19 865
Tue 3/319:35JNB - MEX
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 14/321:00MEX - JNB
1 stop29h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/1R19 947
Fri 22/521:15JNB - MEX
2 stops31h 29mBritish Airways
Tue 26/55:35MEX - JNB
2 stops41h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/1R19 997
Sun 30/820:05CPT - MEX
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Sat 26/98:40MEX - CPT
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/1R19 997
Tue 20/119:45JNB - MEX
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Tue 27/121:00MEX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 8/1R20 013
Fri 1/521:15JNB - MEX
2 stops30h 45mBritish Airways
Fri 8/517:15MEX - JNB
2 stops32h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/1R20 046

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Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

22:00-21:15

2 stops31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 16/2

0:25-10:25

2 stops26h 00m

R17 509

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:35-23:20

2 stops35h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 16/2

14:55-7:35

2 stops32h 40m

R19 107

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:35-18:45

1 stop31h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/3

8:00-10:25

2 stops42h 25m

R19 255

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

10:40-3:00

2 stops24h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/2

0:40-9:05

2 stops24h 25m

R19 618

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-20:44

2 stops55h 29m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 25/5

11:05-7:00

2 stops35h 55m

R19 865

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-20:44

2 stops31h 29m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 26/5

5:35-7:00

2 stops41h 25m

R19 997

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

21:15-20:00

2 stops30h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 8/5

17:15-9:25

2 stops32h 10m

R20 046

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

20:05-13:55

1 stop25h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 23/7

7:05-17:50

1 stop26h 45m

R25 449

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

20:05-13:55

1 stop25h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 21/7

15:45-17:50

2 stops66h 05m

R26 091

DurbanMexico City

DUR - MEX

DURMEX

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 22/5

11:15-19:45

2 stops40h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 26/5

22:00-10:40

2 stops28h 40m

R26 157

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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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 R17 460). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 618). 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 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 January 2026.
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.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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.

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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 American Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from South Africa to Mexico City in about 25h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 25m. 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 455), Qatar Airways (R13 508), and British Airways (R15 103).

  • 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 R17 460). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 618). 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 AirwaysCheapestR17 563AverageR22 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 849AverageR21 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LufthansaCheapestR19 210AverageR33 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 290AverageR22 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 371AverageR22 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR19 426AverageR23 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 158AverageR25 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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