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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R10 889

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 22/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Jun 26 — Jul 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 27 May 2026.

Wed 18/1119:35
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop28h 20m
British Airways
Fri 27/1111:36
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops39h 49m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R18 475
Sun 14/618:50
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop32h 55m
British Airways
Mon 22/622:00
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop29h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R19 113
Wed 21/1021:15
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops29h 23m
British Airways
Tue 3/1114:55
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R19 391
Tue 3/1119:35
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops34h 20m
British Airways
Wed 13/116:00
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R19 473
Sat 7/1115:05
CPT
-
MEX
3 stops43h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/125:00
MEX
-
CPT
3 stops64h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5R20 127
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Tue 23/217:23
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops34h 02m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 535
Sun 7/621:15
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 10m
British Airways
Wed 17/610:55
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops36h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 24/5R20 617
Wed 10/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops34h 55m
British Airways
Sat 13/617:10
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 27/5R20 634
Mon 8/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops33h 00m
British Airways
Mon 15/622:00
MEX
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 23/5R20 650
Mon 8/621:15
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 10m
British Airways
Sat 13/611:20
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops35h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 24/5R20 666
Tue 18/821:15
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Thu 25/218:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 666
Tue 9/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops28h 45m
British Airways
Mon 15/617:10
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 26/5R20 748

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 27 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 475

One-way from

R10 889

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 192
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 18/11-27/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 09m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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22/8
  • 22/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R17 006 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 821 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Mexico that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

21:15-18:38

2 stops29h 23m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/11

14:55-10:25

2 stops35h 30m

R19 391

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

21:15-20:25

2 stops31h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 13/6

11:20-7:00

2 stops35h 40m

R20 666

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

21:15-22:20

2 stops33h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 15/6

11:20-7:00

2 stops35h 40m

R20 683

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:55-20:25

1 stop31h 30m

Cancun

Thu 26/11

22:25-10:50

1 stop29h 25m

R21 598

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

20:50-0:10

2 stops35h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 6/12

6:10-16:10

2 stops50h 00m

R21 696

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

20:50-16:45

2 stops27h 55m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 2/12

7:50-18:00

2 stops26h 10m

R21 696

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/7

20:00-20:15

1 stop32h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 12/7

4:40-15:20

2 stops50h 40m

R21 876

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

19:25-16:10

2 stops28h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 10/6

17:10-7:00

2 stops29h 50m

R22 841

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

23:15-20:15

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Thu 15/10

8:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R23 184

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

21:15-17:55

1 stop27h 40m

Cancun

Thu 25/2

18:40-10:25

1 stop32h 45m

R23 380

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Deals found on 27/5

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R8 747). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 475). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Mexico?

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 27 May 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
3 569 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
KLM
7,8
Good
1 525 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Air France
7,4
Good
1 593 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 749 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 007 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 569 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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, Air Europa, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Mexico in about 29h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 57m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14587 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R8 747). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 475). 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 27 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 332AverageR22 640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 482AverageR20 953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 167AverageR23 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR19 228AverageR27 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 598AverageR23 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 293AverageR26 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR24 397AverageR28 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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