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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R11 337

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Apr 9 — Apr 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Mexico

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Mexico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Mexico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Wed 21/1019:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops28h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1113:45
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops33h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/3R18 013
Fri 22/521:15
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Tue 26/55:35
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops41h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 5/3R19 728
Thu 17/919:25
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop32h 20m
British Airways
Mon 21/911:25
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops38h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 9/3R19 811
Tue 31/312:50
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/518:45
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R20 228
Wed 21/1021:15
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Tue 3/1112:35
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops35h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 10/3R20 610
Fri 24/423:15
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop26h 44m
KLM
Fri 1/520:05
MEX
-
JNB
1 stop41h 15m
KLM
Deal found 10/3R20 844
Fri 5/614:45
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops34h 10m
British Airways
Fri 12/614:03
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops36h 22m
British Airways
Deal found 9/3R20 877
Mon 16/1113:45
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops34h 05m
British Airways
Fri 20/1113:10
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops35h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 7/3R20 893
Thu 23/418:00
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop33h 50m
Air France
Thu 30/422:05
MEX
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Air France
Deal found 9/3R20 927
Tue 21/423:45
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/420:05
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R20 960
Mon 20/419:50
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 27/48:45
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3R21 143
Tue 21/423:45
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops30h 05m
KLM
Tue 28/420:05
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop41h 20m
KLM
Deal found 6/3R21 426

Find flight deals from South Africa to Mexico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Mexico flight deals. Data was last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 728

One-way from

R11 337

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 942
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 22/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 55m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 54m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R34 223 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 933 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Mexico 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 10 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Mexico that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-19:45

1 stop30h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 26/5

5:35-7:00

2 stops41h 25m

R19 728

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

19:50-15:40

2 stops27h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 27/4

8:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

R21 143

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

23:15-20:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Thu 30/4

11:00-21:20

2 stops27h 20m

R21 659

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

8:45-17:30

2 stops40h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 27/4

22:50-8:35

2 stops25h 45m

R21 992

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

23:15-23:45

2 stops31h 30m

Cancun

Fri 12/6

20:15-11:05

1 stop31h 50m

R22 508

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

18:00-17:40

1 stop30h 40m

Cancun

Fri 12/6

20:15-11:05

1 stop31h 50m

R22 958

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

19:50-11:45

1 stop23h 55m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 25/6

8:45-15:20

1 stop22h 35m

R23 091

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

23:15-19:50

2 stops28h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 30/4

22:05-11:05

1 stop29h 00m

R23 141

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

19:25-20:12

2 stops32h 47m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 13/6

22:00-9:25

1 stop27h 25m

R23 174

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

20:05-10:10

1 stop22h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 23/4

9:05-17:50

2 stops24h 45m

R25 688

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Deals found on 9/3

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mexico 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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R14 551). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 678). 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico. 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. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andAir France from South Africa to Mexico to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Air France
7,4
Good
1 543 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 781 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Mexico. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like British Airways, United Airlines, and Delta fly from South Africa to Mexico in about 27h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13702 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R12 741 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and British Airways, with prices starting from R13 193 and R15 265, respectively.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R14 551). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in August is currently the most expensive (average of R19 678). 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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Mexico. 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 613AverageR22 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 865AverageR21 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 305AverageR23 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 413AverageR25 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR20 216AverageR24 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 771AverageR26 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 621AverageR30 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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