Cheap flights from South Africa to Nigeria from R3 952

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LOS
Jan 29 — Feb 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Nigeria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Nigeria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 December 2025.

Mon 29/1216:40JNB - LOS
1 stop8h 25mTAAG
Tue 20/113:30LOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
Deal found 29/12R12 907
Wed 31/1214:55JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/113:40LOS - JNB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R13 140
Wed 31/1214:55JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/19:10LOS - JNB
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R13 374
Tue 30/1216:40JNB - LOS
1 stop20h 30mTAAG
Tue 20/113:30LOS - JNB
1 stop24h 10mTAAG
Deal found 29/12R13 457
Wed 31/1214:55JNB - LOS
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/121:10LOS - JNB
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R14 208
Wed 31/1216:50JNB - LOS
1 stop21h 25mRwandAir
Sat 28/214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop10h 35mRwandAir
Deal found 30/12R14 858
Mon 29/1216:40JNB - LOS
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/113:30LOS - JNB
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R15 108
Tue 30/123:10JNB - LOS
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/214:45LOS - JNB
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12R15 175

Find flight deals from South Africa to Nigeria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Nigeria flight deals. Data was last updated 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 004

One-way from

R3 952

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R11 189

Good round-trip deal

R13 744 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 532 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 14/1-18/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to Nigeria
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 8/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 45m total
  • South Africa to Nigeria
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 878 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 329 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Nigeria.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Nigeria.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Nigeria 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 30 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Nigeria that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Nigeria

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

0:45-9:30

1 stop9h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

18:15-11:45

2 stops16h 30m

R8 121

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sat 21/3

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R8 738

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 29/1

14:45-15:40

1 stop23h 55m

R8 838

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

15:10-20:30

Nonstop6h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 11/3

22:00-4:55

Nonstop5h 55m

R8 855

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 21/1

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R9 205

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 14/1

3:10-13:15

1 stop11h 05m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 21/1

14:45-2:20

1 stop10h 35m

R9 205

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

16:50-13:15

1 stop21h 25m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Sun 7/6

14:45-14:20

1 stop22h 35m

R9 222

JohannesburgLagos

JNB - LOS

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

0:45-9:30

1 stop9h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Thu 26/2

18:15-11:45

2 stops16h 30m

R9 288

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

3:10-17:30

2 stops15h 20m

Abuja

Fri 20/2

11:45-14:20

2 stops25h 35m

R12 457

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB - ABV

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

13:45-7:30

1 stop18h 45m

Abuja

Fri 20/2

14:05-15:35

1 stop24h 30m

R13 240

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Nigeria

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria (average of R6 003). Flying from South Africa to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 454). 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 time of day to fly from ZA to NG?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Nigeria. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

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

How often are flights from South Africa to Nigeria delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between South Africa and Nigeria have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 214 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Nigeria flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Nigeria flights?

Over the past year, South African have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nigeria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nigeria. 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 Nigeria. Reviews last updated 30 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir, South African, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Nigeria by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Crew

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

6,9

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 2
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

KGL - NBO

The price of tickets mentioned in your system is not the price charged. You chargeg higher than that on online

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Nigeria. 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 Nigeria flights?

    South Africa has flights to Lagos and Abuja airports in Nigeria through the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. This airport is located just 20 km from the Johannesburg city centre and takes under an hour to reach by train or bus. Alternatively, travellers can fly out of the Lanseria International Airport, also in Johannesburg. This airport is 45 minutes North of downtown Johannesburg and serves flights to Abuja, Nigeria.

  • Which airlines fly directly from South Africa to Nigeria?

    There are a few nonstop flights available from O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. South African Airlines and ASKY both offer direct flights to Nigeria, with flights that average six to eight hours in total travel time. JNB also serves direct flights to Warri via South African Airlines. No other South African airports provide direct flight service to any Nigerian airport.

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

    Travellers who leave from Johannesburg can find one-stop flights via RwandAir or South African Airlines. These stops include layovers in Kotoka International Airport and Kigali International Airport. From Cape Town International Airport, flights to Nigeria include overnight layovers in Johannesburg. There are flights with two or more stops available as well, which range in affordability and availability. For example, British Airways offers flight service to Nigeria with stops in Johannesburg and Libreville. One-stop flights are also available from Johannesburg to Abuja and Warri, Nigeria.

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

    Both passports and entry visas are required for South Africans and other international travellers to enter Nigeria. In addition, the Nigerian border protection requires that all travellers submit a valid international health certificate proving that they have been vaccinated against yellow fever. However, it is highly recommended that travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and B as well. Those who are looking to apply for an entry visa can do so via the Nigerian Consulate-General in Johannesburg, or any other Nigerian consulate.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Nigeria?

    Uganda Airlines, RwandAir, and South African can get you from South Africa to Nigeria in just under 6h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 05m. The distance from South Africa to Nigeria is about 4519 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Nigeria are TAAG (R2 714), Uganda Airlines (R2 934), and Air Côte d’Ivoire (R3 126).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Nigeria 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 Nigeria?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria (average of R6 003). Flying from South Africa to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R7 454). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Nigeria

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Nigeria. 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 30 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR6 184AverageR7 744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 660AverageR10 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 841AverageR9 503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 251AverageR12 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR7 470AverageR7 734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR8 479AverageR12 402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 522AverageR10 347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR8 973AverageR12 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EgyptairCheapestR9 417AverageR14 331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 391AverageR12 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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