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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R13 277

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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Feb 8 — Feb 151
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 9 January 2026.

Tue 20/122:00JNB - MEX
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 27/116:00MEX - JNB
2 stops34h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R19 132
Thu 21/521:15JNB - CUN
2 stops29h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 27/514:07CUN - JNB
2 stops33h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1R19 346
Fri 22/521:15JNB - MEX
2 stops55h 29mBritish Airways
Mon 25/511:05MEX - JNB
2 stops35h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R19 890
Tue 20/119:45JNB - MEX
1 stop31h 15mLufthansa
Tue 27/121:00MEX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 8/1R20 039
Wed 14/122:00JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 21/112:30MEX - JNB
2 stops35h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1R20 088
Fri 6/221:30CPT - MEX
1 stop23h 25mDelta
Sat 14/28:40MEX - CPT
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/1R20 105
Tue 20/120:50CPT - CUN
1 stop26h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/114:04CUN - CPT
1 stop20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1R20 253
Sun 22/219:20JNB - MEX
1 stop33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/321:50MEX - JNB
1 stop40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1R20 435
Fri 20/220:50CPT - MEX
1 stop33h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 27/25:45MEX - CPT
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1R20 550
Thu 28/511:55JNB - CUN
2 stops61h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 1/611:00CUN - JNB
2 stops39h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R21 078
Sun 22/223:45CPT - CUN
2 stops28h 26mDelta
Sun 1/312:05CUN - CPT
2 stops24h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/1R21 144
Sun 22/219:20JNB - CUN
2 stops32h 51mDelta
Sun 1/311:00CUN - JNB
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Deal found 8/1R21 441

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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 132

One-way from

R13 277

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 292
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/1-27/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 10m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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4/4
  • 4/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 765 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 830 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 9 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

Fly to

Mexico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

22:00-18:45

1 stop28h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 27/1

16:00-10:25

2 stops34h 25m

R19 132

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

21:15-20:04

2 stops29h 49m

Cancun

Wed 27/5

14:07-7:00

2 stops33h 53m

R19 346

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-20:44

2 stops55h 29m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 25/5

11:05-7:00

2 stops35h 55m

R19 890

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-19:00

1 stop31h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 27/1

21:00-9:30

1 stop28h 30m

R20 039

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

19:50-11:47

1 stop22h 57m

Cancun

Sun 21/6

16:18-15:20

1 stop40h 02m

R20 088

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-16:40

1 stop26h 50m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

14:04-18:00

1 stop20h 56m

R20 253

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

19:20-20:55

1 stop33h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/3

21:50-22:05

1 stop40h 15m

R20 435

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

11:55-17:55

2 stops61h 00m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

11:00-9:25

2 stops39h 25m

R21 078

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

23:45-21:11

2 stops28h 26m

Cancun

Sun 1/3

12:05-19:15

2 stops24h 10m

R21 144

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

23:45-10:05

2 stops41h 20m

Cancun

Tue 31/3

8:00-21:25

2 stops30h 25m

R22 051

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R9 401). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 396). 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 9 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
3 463 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
3 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
1 434 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
1 519 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
9 142 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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
7 659 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

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 British Airways, American Airlines, and Lufthansa fly from South Africa to Mexico in about 28h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14587 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R8 466 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 622 and R15 122, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R9 401). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 396). 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 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 404AverageR22 164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 872AverageR21 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 081AverageR25 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 134AverageR24 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR19 235AverageR33 796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR19 451AverageR23 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 187AverageR25 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 401AverageR29 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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