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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R11 426

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
Feb 2 — Feb 91
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 3 January 2026.

Mon 2/311:10JNB - MEX
1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/30:40MEX - JNB
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1R14 349
Sun 20/919:25JNB - CUN
2 stops30h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 26/917:05CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/1R17 436
Mon 16/222:00JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/20:25MEX - JNB
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/1R17 536
Wed 26/821:15JNB - MEX
2 stops31h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 23/923:20MEX - JNB
2 stops26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/1R18 790
Wed 26/819:25JNB - MEX
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 23/913:15MEX - JNB
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1R19 368
Wed 18/219:35JNB - MEX
2 stops33h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 25/212:35MEX - JNB
2 stops35h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/1R19 385
Sat 28/322:00JNB - MEX
2 stops30h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/413:20MEX - JNB
2 stops33h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/1R19 781
Tue 14/421:55JNB - MEX
1 stop28h 26mDelta
Thu 30/47:05MEX - JNB
1 stop28h 35mDelta
Deal found 2/1R19 897
Mon 16/311:10JNB - MEX
1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/318:45MEX - JNB
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1R19 946
Fri 22/521:15JNB - MEX
2 stops55h 29mBritish Airways
Tue 26/55:35MEX - JNB
2 stops43h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/1R20 045
Tue 17/221:30CPT - MEX
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/221:10MEX - CPT
2 stops38h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1R20 111
Sun 15/221:30CPT - MEX
1 stop23h 25mDelta
Sun 22/212:35MEX - CPT
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/1R20 128

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 3 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 349

One-way from

R11 426

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 531
2/3-8/3
  • 2/3-8/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 15m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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22/1
  • 22/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 45m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R10 916 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 478 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 3 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Mexico that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Mexico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

11:10-17:20

1 stop38h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 8/3

0:40-7:45

2 stops23h 05m

R14 349

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:35-21:55

2 stops34h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 23/2

14:55-7:35

2 stops32h 40m

R19 434

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

22:00-20:45

2 stops30h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 9/4

13:20-7:00

2 stops33h 40m

R19 781

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

21:55-18:21

1 stop28h 26m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 30/4

7:05-19:40

1 stop28h 35m

R19 897

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-20:44

2 stops55h 29m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 26/5

5:35-9:25

2 stops43h 50m

R20 045

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/2

21:30-15:15

1 stop25h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 24/2

21:10-19:15

2 stops38h 05m

R20 111

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

21:30-12:55

1 stop23h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 6/2

22:30-19:15

2 stops36h 45m

R20 210

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

21:30-19:50

2 stops30h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 5/2

14:10-19:15

1 stop21h 05m

R20 210

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

21:30-19:45

2 stops30h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 7/2

12:35-19:15

1 stop22h 40m

R20 210

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

21:30-18:00

2 stops28h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 7/2

10:10-19:15

2 stops25h 05m

R20 210

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Mexico

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R17 337). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 418). 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 3 January 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
3 455 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
3 455 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
1 516 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
9 137 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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
7 641 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

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 American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Mexico in about 22h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12670 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R8 476 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and British Airways, with prices starting from R12 637 and R15 140, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R17 337). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 418). 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

Discover the top 8 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 3 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 424AverageR22 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 893AverageR21 908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 103AverageR23 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 156AverageR24 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR19 257AverageR33 835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR19 474AverageR23 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 212AverageR25 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 428AverageR29 258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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