Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico City from R11 030

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Jan 20 — Jan 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Mexico City

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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 21 December 2025.

Fri 26/1222:00JNB - MEX
2 stops28h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/15:45MEX - JNB
2 stops28h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12R24 339
Fri 26/1219:20JNB - MEX
2 stops33h 15mDelta
Fri 2/17:05MEX - JNB
1 stop27h 55mDelta
Deal found 21/12R28 798
Thu 25/120:45JNB - MEX
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/10:40MEX - JNB
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12R34 296

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 21 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 427

One-way from

R11 030

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R27 323
4/2-10/2
  • 4/2-10/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 50m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
22/1
  • 22/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R10 566 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 638 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 21 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Mexico City that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:35-19:36

2 stops32h 01m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 24/2

12:30-7:35

2 stops35h 05m

R18 271

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

22:00-23:10

2 stops33h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 23/3

0:25-10:25

2 stops26h 00m

R18 372

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:35-18:45

1 stop31h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 23/3

0:25-10:25

2 stops26h 00m

R18 942

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

11:10-17:20

1 stop38h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 24/2

12:30-7:35

2 stops35h 05m

R19 512

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

22:00-18:45

1 stop28h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 26/1

21:00-7:35

1 stop26h 35m

R20 031

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

21:30-15:15

1 stop25h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 9/2

10:10-19:15

2 stops25h 05m

R20 400

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

21:30-12:55

1 stop23h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 18/2

8:40-19:15

1 stop26h 35m

R20 400

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

21:15-19:45

1 stop30h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 23/4

7:00-7:00

2 stops40h 00m

R20 417

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

19:20-20:55

1 stop33h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 24/2

23:05-12:10

1 stop29h 05m

R20 719

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

22:00-21:15

1 stop31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 24/2

17:45-18:35

2 stops40h 50m

R20 752

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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.
Estimated return price
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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 R17 785). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 964). 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 21 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 21 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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

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

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 American Airlines, British Airways, and Delta fly from South Africa to Mexico City in about 25h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 16m. 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 605), Qatar Airways (R13 747), and British Airways (R15 689).

  • 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 785). Flying from South Africa to Mexico City in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 964). 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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Mexico City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 884AverageR22 466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 988AverageR22 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 545AverageR22 775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapestR19 549AverageR34 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 713AverageR22 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR19 769AverageR23 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 870AverageR26 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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