Cheap flights from South Africa to New Zealand from R8 940

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — AKL
Apr 21 — Apr 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Tue 5/514:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop42h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/622:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R16 638
Tue 5/520:40
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/522:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R16 672
Fri 10/420:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/422:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R17 148
Sun 26/420:40
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/522:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/3R17 352
Thu 16/420:40
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/422:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R17 420
Mon 6/420:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/422:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop44h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R17 624
Mon 30/320:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 14/422:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R17 726
Tue 5/514:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/522:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3R17 879
Wed 11/1113:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop44h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/1123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/3R17 930
Fri 1/59:25
JNB
-
AKL
3 stops48h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/522:05
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R18 015
Tue 11/815:20
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1114:30
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3R18 474
Tue 5/514:40
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops29h 20m
South African
Tue 12/512:35
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops36h 15m
South African
Deal found 20/3R18 559

Find flight deals from South Africa to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 638

One-way from

R8 940

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R18 236
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 55m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 50m total
  • South Africa to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R41 726 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 714 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

20:55-19:35

1 stop36h 40m

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

22:05-15:50

1 stop27h 45m

R17 148

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 11/8

15:20-6:00

2 stops28h 40m

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/11

14:30-8:40

2 stops29h 10m

R18 474

DurbanAuckland

DUR - AKL

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 5/5

14:40-6:00

2 stops29h 20m

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/5

12:35-14:50

2 stops36h 15m

R18 559

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

20:40-19:35

1 stop36h 55m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/6

22:05-16:10

1 stop28h 05m

R19 120

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-8:25

1 stop26h 35m

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/8

23:55-18:35

1 stop28h 40m

R20 055

Cape TownAuckland

CPT - AKL

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

20:25-6:00

2 stops47h 35m

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

12:35-10:25

2 stops31h 50m

R20 072

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

15:20-7:50

3 stops30h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 29/10

6:05-12:40

2 stops41h 35m

R20 310

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT - CHC

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

9:00-0:20

2 stops29h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

6:00-12:40

2 stops40h 40m

R20 428

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

18:45-0:30

1 stop19h 45m

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/6

9:40-20:05

1 stop20h 25m

R20 717

JohannesburgAuckland

JNB - AKL

JNBAKL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

9:25-19:35

3 stops48h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/6

22:15-15:20

1 stop27h 05m

R20 751

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to New Zealand

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of R12 747). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 585). 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 New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 22 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to New Zealand have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve South Africa to New Zealand flights?

    There are a number of South African airports that offer flight service to New Zealand. The largest airport, O.R. Tambo International Airport, is just 20 minutes East of downtown Johannesburg and can be reached by car or public transit. Alternatively, Johannesburg travellers can choose to fly out of the Lanseria International Airport, which is a 45-minute drive north of the city. Other airports in South Africa that provide service to New Zealand include Pretoria and Cape Town. These airports will stop in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Blenheim, Dunedin, and Gisborne.

  • Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to New Zealand?

    There are currently no direct flights that service South Africa to New Zealand without stopping. However, you can choose to fly with Emirates or Air New Zealand for flights that only include a single stop. There are affordable flights with two stops available as well.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from South Africa to New Zealand?

    The airport with the largest number of flights is the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, which services flights to a number of New Zealand cities. Travellers who are interested in flying to Auckland can find Emirates flights with one stop in Dubai. Other options include a Qatar Airways flight with one stop in Qatar, a Singapore Airlines flight with a layover in Singapore, or an Ethiopian Airlines flight with stops in Bole and Hong Kong.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from South Africa to New Zealand?

    South African residents are required to have a visa along with a passport in order to visit New Zealand. All other international travellers must have a passport as well. Business and student visas are accepted at the gates of entry. Those who are only visiting for a personal holiday can apply for the visitor visa, which allows for a vacation for up to nine months in the county. It is recommended to bring all necessary documentation with you, as New Zealand border officers may want to ask a series of individual questions before granting you entry into the country.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to New Zealand?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, South African, and Singapore Airlines fly from South Africa to New Zealand in about 26h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 05m. South Africa and New Zealand are separated by a distance of 12162 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for South African. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R7 175. Users have also found prices from R7 311 and R8 613 on Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to New Zealand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of R12 747). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 585). 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 New Zealand

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to New Zealand. 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 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR12 975AverageR16 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 200AverageR16 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 512AverageR19 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 259AverageR20 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR16 357AverageR21 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR17 603AverageR24 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR18 443AverageR24 322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 487AverageR26 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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