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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R10 500

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Jan 28 — Feb 41
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 29 December 2025.

Wed 31/1211:30JNB - MEX
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/117:15MEX - JNB
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R25 976
Wed 31/1219:45JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/113:50MEX - JNB
2 stops44h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/12R37 525
Wed 31/1211:40JNB - MEX
2 stops39h 20mLufthansa
Tue 6/121:00MEX - JNB
1 stop28h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 28/12R46 378
Wed 31/1219:35JNB - MEX
2 stops34h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 6/112:30MEX - JNB
2 stops37h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/12R46 528

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 29 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R18 272

One-way from

R10 500

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R27 125
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 31/3-7/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 10m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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27/1
  • 27/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 55m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R11 077 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 594 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 29 December 2025.
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

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

21:15-19:45

1 stop30h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 7/4

11:20-7:00

2 stops35h 40m

R18 272

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

22:00-18:45

1 stop28h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 17/2

14:55-10:25

2 stops35h 30m

R19 686

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

21:15-20:45

2 stops31h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 7/4

17:15-7:00

2 stops29h 45m

R19 719

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/3

21:30-13:00

1 stop22h 30m

Cancun

Mon 6/4

15:25-17:50

1 stop19h 25m

R19 969

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

10:10-18:05

1 stop39h 55m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 17/2

21:00-9:30

1 stop28h 30m

R20 135

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

21:30-16:35

1 stop26h 05m

Cancun

Wed 28/1

12:05-19:15

2 stops24h 10m

R20 185

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-19:00

2 stops53h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 26/5

17:15-7:00

2 stops29h 45m

R20 185

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/2

21:30-12:55

1 stop23h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 19/2

8:40-19:15

1 stop26h 35m

R20 252

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

21:30-11:20

1 stop21h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 1/2

8:40-19:15

1 stop26h 35m

R20 252

DurbanMexico City

DUR - MEX

DURMEX

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 11/2

8:10-17:20

2 stops41h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 18/2

18:45-10:30

2 stops31h 45m

R20 302

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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.
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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 490). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 570). 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Mexico?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Mexico. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Mexico flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 29 December 2025.
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
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
3 448 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
9 119 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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
7 618 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 448 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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, Delta, and Lufthansa 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 17h 25m. 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 542 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 735 and R15 258, 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 490). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 570). 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 29 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR17 560AverageR22 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR18 032AverageR22 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR19 252AverageR23 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR19 306AverageR24 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR19 407AverageR34 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR19 626AverageR23 440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 386AverageR26 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 611AverageR29 487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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