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Cheap flights from South Africa to Mexico from R9 347

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEX
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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 13 February 2026.

Mon 9/311:10
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/30:40
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2R14 795
Wed 21/1021:15
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1114:55
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2R17 048
Wed 4/322:00
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops43h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 12/311:50
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops36h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2R17 351
Mon 16/219:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops32h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 3/317:20
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops31h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/2R17 415
Thu 5/319:35
JNB
-
CUN
2 stops32h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 11/315:33
CUN
-
JNB
2 stops33h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2R17 511
Tue 3/319:35
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops32h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 17/315:15
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/2R17 607
Tue 29/919:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 06m
American Airlines
Mon 12/1015:25
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2R17 671
Mon 28/919:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 06m
American Airlines
Mon 12/1015:25
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2R18 246
Mon 7/921:15
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 14/913:20
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/2R18 262
Tue 29/919:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops31h 06m
American Airlines
Sat 17/1015:25
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops31h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2R18 310
Mon 7/919:25
JNB
-
MEX
1 stop32h 20m
British Airways
Mon 14/913:15
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops36h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 11/2R18 598
Thu 25/618:55
JNB
-
CUN
1 stop30h 45m
Air Europa
Sun 5/720:40
CUN
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Air Europa
Deal found 13/2R18 885

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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 795

One-way from

R9 347

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R18 997
9/3-15/3
  • 9/3-15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 15m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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2/4
  • 2/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • South Africa to Mexico
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R23 284 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 660 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 13 February 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

Mon 9/3

11:10-17:20

1 stop38h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 15/3

0:40-7:45

2 stops23h 05m

R14 795

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

22:00-10:45

2 stops43h 45m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

11:50-7:35

2 stops36h 45m

R17 351

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:35-17:57

2 stops29h 22m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

11:50-7:35

2 stops36h 45m

R17 511

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:35-19:35

2 stops32h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 17/3

15:15-7:35

2 stops32h 20m

R17 607

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

18:55-18:40

1 stop30h 45m

Cancun

Sun 5/7

20:40-9:50

1 stop30h 10m

R18 885

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

19:35-18:45

1 stop31h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 17/3

15:15-7:35

2 stops32h 20m

R18 997

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

5:25-7:00

2 stops41h 35m

R19 061

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

21:30-19:45

1 stop30h 15m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 15/3

8:15-19:15

2 stops27h 00m

R19 508

JohannesburgMexico City

JNB - MEX

JNBMEX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

23:59-19:40

1 stop27h 41m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 9/3

21:50-22:05

1 stop40h 15m

R19 684

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

20:20-12:10

1 stop32h 50m

R19 700

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Deals found on 11/2

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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 412). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 853). 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 13 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
3 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 454 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
1 534 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
9 291 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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
7 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

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, Air Europa, and British Airways fly from South Africa to Mexico in about 30h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h. 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 412). Flying from South Africa to Mexico in April is currently the most expensive (average of R18 853). 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 13 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR16 904AverageR21 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR17 083AverageR20 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 527AverageR23 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR18 631AverageR24 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR19 402AverageR22 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 493AverageR25 129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 669AverageR28 929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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