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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 231

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
jan 30 — fev 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to North America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to North America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 dezembro 2025.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to North America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to North America flight deals. Data was last updated 31 dezembro 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 937

One-way from

R8 231

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 462

Good round-trip deal

R14 554 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 770 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 17/4-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 35m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 14/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 15m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 969 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 191 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to North America 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 31 dezembro 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to North America that are best for you.

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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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21:15-21:00

1 stop29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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9:35-7:00

1 stop39h 25m

R13 552

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 15/1

22:00-14:20

1 stop23h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb 28/2

21:35-10:25

1 stop29h 50m

R13 702

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22:00-14:20

1 stop23h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sex 16/1

23:20-10:25

1 stop28h 05m

R13 702

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 15/1

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb 28/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

R13 735

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22:00-18:15

1 stop26h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

qua 18/3

21:05-7:35

1 stop28h 30m

R13 735

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 29/1

15:05-11:15

2 stops27h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb 21/2

5:59-19:00

1 stop30h 01m

R13 852

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

seg 19/1

15:05-11:15

2 stops27h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb 14/2

15:15-19:00

1 stop20h 45m

R13 852

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 15/1

21:30-15:59

1 stop25h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb 28/2

17:37-8:50

2 stops32h 13m

R13 918

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 15/1

21:30-15:25

2 stops24h 55m

New York LaGuardia

qui 22/1

17:12-19:00

1 stop18h 48m

R13 935

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22:00-18:40

2 stops27h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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19:00-8:35

1 stop31h 35m

R14 018

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to North America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to North America

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R9 129). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 187). 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 NA?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to North America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 31 dezembro 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 North America as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing North America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North America. 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 North America. Reviews last updated 31 dezembro 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from South Africa to North America have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
677 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 698 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 125 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 626 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to North America. 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 North America?

    Airlines like British Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Virgin Atlantic fly from South Africa to North America in about 23h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 35m. There are 12822 km between South Africa and North America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 179. Users have also found prices from R6 547 and R6 766 on Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to North America 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 North America?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R9 129). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 187). 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 North America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to North America. 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 31 dezembro 2025.
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DeltaCheapestR6 657AverageR17 285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 505AverageR15 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 916AverageR21 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 621AverageR14 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 793AverageR15 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 207AverageR18 218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 526AverageR17 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 682AverageR17 771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 759AverageR15 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 788AverageR17 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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