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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico City from R12 221

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
May 3 — May 101
1 adult

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 28 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R22 110

One-way from

R12 221

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R26 514
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/7-5/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 34m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
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5/6
  • 5/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • South Africa to Mexico City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R34 923 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R9 522 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 April 2025.

Thu 12/623:15CPT - MEX
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/623:45MEX - CPT
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R20 487
Sat 5/719:25JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/915:20MEX - JNB
2 stops31h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 110
Sun 25/518:50JNB - MEX
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/620:05MEX - JNB
1 stop41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 372
Sat 5/721:15JNB - MEX
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 5/922:00MEX - JNB
1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/4R22 801
Thu 12/69:00CPT - MEX
2 stops42h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 19/65:35MEX - CPT
2 stops45h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/4R23 081
Thu 29/523:15JNB - MEX
1 stop26h 44mKLM
Fri 27/623:45MEX - JNB
1 stop37h 35mKLM
Deal found 28/4R23 454
Tue 27/519:35JNB - MEX
2 stops33h 25mSWISS
Fri 27/619:50MEX - JNB
2 stops53h 30mSWISS
Deal found 27/4R24 555
Thu 29/523:15JNB - MEX
2 stops28h 35mAir France
Fri 27/615:30MEX - JNB
2 stops33h 00mAir France
Deal found 27/4R26 141
Sun 8/618:25CPT - MEX
2 stops52h 40mEmirates
Fri 13/618:45MEX - CPT
2 stops32h 50mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R27 801
Sun 25/515:05JNB - MEX
2 stops31h 50mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/620:20MEX - JNB
3 stops31h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 27/4R34 182
Wed 31/128:30CPT - MEX
1 stop44h 25mAir France
Sat 3/119:55MEX - CPT
1 stop26h 35mAir France
Deal found 27/4R44 445
Tue 27/519:10JNB - MEX
2 stops51h 55mEmirates
Fri 27/618:45MEX - JNB
3 stops61h 30mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R106 316

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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 28 April 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

Fly to

Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/6

23:15-1:55

1 stop34h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 19/6

23:45-21:25

1 stop37h 40m

R20 487

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/7

19:25-22:19

2 stops34h 54m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 5/9

15:20-7:00

2 stops31h 40m

R22 110

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

18:50-16:55

1 stop30h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/6

20:05-21:20

1 stop41h 15m

R22 372

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/7

21:15-19:45

1 stop30h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 5/9

22:00-7:00

1 stop25h 00m

R22 801

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/6

9:00-19:45

2 stops42h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 19/6

5:35-11:00

2 stops45h 25m

R23 081

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

23:15-17:59

1 stop26h 44m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 27/6

23:45-21:20

1 stop37h 35m

R23 454

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/5

19:35-21:00

2 stops33h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 27/6

19:50-9:20

2 stops53h 30m

R24 555

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/5

23:15-19:50

2 stops28h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 27/6

15:30-8:30

2 stops33h 00m

R26 141

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/6

18:25-15:05

2 stops52h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 13/6

18:45-11:35

2 stops32h 50m

R27 801

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/5

15:05-14:55

2 stops31h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/6

20:20-12:15

3 stops31h 55m

R34 182

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 28/4

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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 28 April 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.

Rainfall in Mexico City by month

Plan your trip to Mexico City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mexico City ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Mexico City when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Mexico City by month

Plan your trip to Mexico City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mexico City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

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 28 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Mexico City, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Delta and KLM. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 927 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
LATAM Airlines
7,5
Good
1 766 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 587 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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.

  • 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 (R17 875), British Airways (R17 987), and Air France (R18 360).

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

    The most popular route from South Africa to Mexico City is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Mexico City Benito Juarez. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez or Durban King Shaka Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez.

  • 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Mexico City

Discover the top 8 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 28 April 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 690AverageR26 005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 735AverageR25 405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR19 975AverageR25 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR19 999AverageR26 227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR21 760AverageR32 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR22 122AverageR28 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR24 289AverageR30 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapestR29 056AverageR36 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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