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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R11 112

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Mar 26 — Apr 21
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 24 February 2026.

Sat 5/915:50
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/912:35
CUN
-
CPT
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2R16 835
Wed 21/1019:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops28h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1113:45
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops33h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 21/2R17 043
Thu 4/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops32h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 10/611:20
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops38h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2R17 810
Sat 6/621:15
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops33h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 14/67:00
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/2R18 130
Fri 29/519:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops34h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 11/623:20
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2R18 146
Thu 4/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops32h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 13/613:10
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops36h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2R18 386
Wed 10/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops32h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 15/623:20
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops50h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2R18 450
Thu 4/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops48h 47m
American Airlines
Sun 14/67:00
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 22/2R18 770
Mon 20/419:25
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop32h 20m
British Airways
Mon 27/413:09
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops36h 16m
British Airways
Deal found 24/2R18 882
Wed 21/1021:15
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop30h 30m
British Airways
Tue 3/1116:15
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 24/2R19 009
Sat 6/619:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops34h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 11/623:20
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops26h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2R19 025
Sat 18/421:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop29h 20m
Delta
Sun 3/58:00
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Delta
Deal found 21/2R19 057

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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 810

One-way from

R11 112

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 962
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/6-10/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 55m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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23/4
  • 23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R23 571 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 711 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 24 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Mexico that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Mexico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

21:55-20:15

1 stop29h 20m

Cancun

Sun 3/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop28h 40m

R19 057

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

10:55-9:25

2 stops38h 30m

R19 073

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

20:05-15:30

2 stops27h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 11/5

11:25-17:50

1 stop22h 25m

R19 553

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

19:50-8:35

2 stops44h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 22/8

14:15-17:10

2 stops42h 55m

R19 985

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:00-20:50

2 stops30h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 15/3

4:45-18:35

2 stops29h 50m

R20 049

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

14:45-17:55

2 stops34h 10m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

11:00-9:25

2 stops39h 25m

R20 081

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

23:15-17:59

1 stop26h 44m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 10/5

20:05-21:25

1 stop41h 20m

R20 129

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

15:20-17:59

2 stops34h 39m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 11/5

20:05-5:50

1 stop25h 45m

R20 416

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

20:00-13:15

2 stops25h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 12/5

11:35-9:30

2 stops37h 55m

R20 432

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

18:25-17:59

2 stops31h 34m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 10/5

22:05-17:20

2 stops35h 15m

R20 480

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R14 421). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 866). 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 24 February 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
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
3 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
1 460 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
1 538 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
9 343 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

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
7 767 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

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 Delta, British Airways, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Mexico in about 29h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13435 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Mexico (average of R14 421). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 866). 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 24 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR16 886AverageR21 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 157AverageR20 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 539AverageR22 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR18 643AverageR24 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR19 414AverageR22 792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 507AverageR25 421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 684AverageR28 948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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