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Cheap flights from South Africa to Nigeria from R3 740

JNB — LOS
Oct 11 — Oct 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Nigeria

Fri 25/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Tue 29/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 11/9R7 898
Tue 15/916:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Tue 22/916:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 10/9R7 914
Sun 8/1116:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Mon 16/1116:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 11/9R7 963
Sat 14/1116:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Sat 21/1116:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 8/9R8 011
Wed 30/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sat 3/1016:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 11/9R8 027
Fri 2/1016:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Mon 5/1016:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 8/9R8 043
Sat 19/95:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sun 4/1016:00 -
1 stop11h 15m
Deal found 8/9R8 060
Fri 16/1016:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Wed 18/1116:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 6/9R8 076
Sat 24/105:45 -
1 stop10h 00m
Sat 31/1016:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 10/9R8 092
Fri 23/1013:45 -
1 stop11h 45m
Fri 30/1022:25 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 8/9R8 108
Sat 19/1216:40 -
1 stop23h 05m
Tue 12/116:00 -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 9/9R8 172
Thu 8/1019:10 -
2 stops19h 05m
Thu 15/1014:45 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 8/9R10 816

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Round-trip from

R7 898

One-way from

R3 740

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 752

Good round-trip deal

R12 305 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 150 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 25/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • South Africa to Nigeria
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 27/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 30m total
  • South Africa to Nigeria
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R6 794 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 184 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

13:45-0:30

1 stop11h 45m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 126
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

5:45-14:45

1 stop10h 00m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R4 143

DurbanLagos

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

DURLOS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 23/10

12:05-7:25

2 stops20h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 077

DurbanLagos

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

DURLOS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 2/10

20:25-14:45

2 stops19h 20m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 432

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

5:45-20:20

2 stops15h 35m

Abuja

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 561

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/12

5:25-21:40

1 stop17h 15m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R5 738

JohannesburgAbuja

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ABV Abuja

JNBABV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

20:10-19:15

3 stops24h 05m

Abuja

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 609

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

5:00-17:15

2 stops13h 15m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 044

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/10

5:00-17:15

2 stops13h 15m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 060

JohannesburgLagos

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - LOS Lagos Murtala Muhammed

JNBLOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

5:00-17:00

3 stops13h 00m

Lagos Murtala Muhammed

Wed 31/12

0:00-1:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 125

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria

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

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria (average of R8 317). Flying from South Africa to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 686). 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?

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 11% of weekly flights between South Africa and Nigeria have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 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 in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday 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 8% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Nigeria. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nigeria

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.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

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
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

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
South African
7,7
Good
65 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

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
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
327 reviews
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,0

Food

7,4

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,8

Overall

7,8

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

  • 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?

    Ethiopian Air, ASKY, and South African can get you from South Africa to Nigeria in just under 13h. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 50m. 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 Air Côte d’Ivoire (R1 031), Air Tanzania (R2 182), and TAAG (R2 898).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nigeria (average of R8 317). Flying from South Africa to Nigeria in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 686). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Côte d’IvoireCheapestR3 147AverageR4 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 999AverageR13 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 505AverageR8 450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAAGCheapestR6 825AverageR8 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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RwandAirCheapestR7 162AverageR8 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 165AverageR12 619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR8 306AverageR12 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 615AverageR10 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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ASKYCheapestR8 770AverageR9 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 601AverageR12 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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