Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 017. Users have also found prices from R9 958 and R12 053 on South African and Emirates, respectively.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand (average of R1 060). Flying from South Africa to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 537). 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.

Question 3

E

Accepted Answer

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Question 4

E

Accepted Answer

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 30 days in advance to save up to 19% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 30 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Africa to New Zealand 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R21 745, or R25 703 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to New Zealand from South Africa average R20 764. You can even find prices in May for less than R20 764, as users have found deals to New Zealand from as low as R14 307. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to New Zealand from South Africa. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 28%.

Question 7

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to NZ?

Accepted Answer

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to New Zealand as you normally would.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa to New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Deals for South Africa to New Zealand flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 12

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa to New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from South Africa to New Zealand for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Question 13

Can Cheapflights find flights from South Africa to New Zealand with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Certainly. Search results for flights to New Zealand from South Africa shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Question 14

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Africa to New Zealand become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Start tracking prices for South Africa to New Zealand flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

Question 15

What airports serve South Africa to New Zealand flights?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Round-trip from	R14 822
One-way from	R9 017
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R19 419

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Etihad Airways	CheapestR11 611	AverageR23 287	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestR13 568	AverageR21 367	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	CheapestR13 650	AverageR17 774	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR14 488	AverageR21 394	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR16 212	AverageR21 266	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR17 570	AverageR26 189	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
RwandAir	CheapestR18 807	AverageR23 816	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Air China	CheapestR20 536	AverageR28 751	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Emirates	CheapestR22 358	AverageR30 114	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
KLM	CheapestR28 582	AverageR70 231	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights

Cheap flights from South Africa to New Zealand from R9 017

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheap 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 26 June 2025.

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Find flight deals from South Africa to New Zealand

Cheapest flights from South Africa to New ZealandExplore 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 26 June 2025.

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 26 June 2025.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to New Zealand that are best for you.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from South Africa with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

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?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 June 2025.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

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?

Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to New Zealand?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for South Africa to New Zealand

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to New Zealand

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa to New Zealand?

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa to New Zealand?

Can Cheapflights find flights from South Africa to New Zealand with no change fees?

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Africa to New Zealand become cheaper?

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

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 26 June 2025.