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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 963

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jan 15 — Jan 221
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 16 December 2025.

Wed 24/1223:00JNB - JFK
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/120:55JFK - JNB
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12R13 554
Mon 15/1217:00JNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 12/113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/12R13 706
Sat 27/1221:55JNB - JFK
1 stop20h 53mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 12/120:00JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/12R13 941
Wed 24/1217:00JNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 12/113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R13 975
Wed 24/121:35JNB - JFK
1 stop36h 00mKenya Airways
Mon 12/113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R13 991
Mon 15/1223:50JNB - JFK
1 stop30h 05mDelta
Mon 12/117:05JFK - JNB
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Deal found 14/12R14 042
Tue 16/1222:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 44mDelta
Fri 16/117:35JFK - JNB
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 15/12R14 126
Wed 24/1217:00JNB - JFK
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Wed 14/113:45JFK - JNB
1 stop19h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R14 176
Fri 26/1221:55JNB - JFK
1 stop33h 00mDelta
Thu 15/120:00JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 15/12R14 193
Thu 25/1223:59JNB - JFK
1 stop26h 21mDelta
Thu 15/120:00JFK - JNB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 15/12R14 227
Wed 24/1221:55JNB - LGA
1 stop21h 23mDelta
Thu 15/120:00LGA - JNB
1 stop40h 00mDelta
Deal found 15/12R14 244
Thu 25/1223:59JNB - JFK
1 stop26h 21mDelta
Sun 11/114:30JFK - JNB
2 stops35h 05mDelta
Deal found 15/12R14 260

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 16 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 470

One-way from

R8 963

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 699

Good round-trip deal

R14 737 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 929 or less
2/2-8/2
  • 2/2-8/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 79h 25m total
  • South Africa to North America
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26/2
  • 26/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 55m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 092 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 183 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 16 December 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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North America

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Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

22:00-16:00

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/2

18:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

R13 823

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

22:00-13:35

1 stop21h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/3

22:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R13 823

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

22:00-12:35

1 stop21h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/2

8:05-10:25

1 stop19h 20m

R13 823

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:35-12:35

1 stop24h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/3

0:20-7:35

1 stop25h 15m

R13 823

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:35-15:20

1 stop25h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 31/3

23:10-9:25

1 stop28h 15m

R13 857

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

21:30-15:59

1 stop25h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

17:37-8:50

2 stops32h 13m

R14 025

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

21:55-22:41

1 stop31h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/2

17:00-9:05

2 stops33h 05m

R14 025

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

21:30-18:43

2 stops28h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/2

22:00-8:35

1 stop27h 35m

R14 109

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

22:00-19:44

2 stops28h 44m

Newark

Sun 29/3

10:39-19:40

1 stop27h 01m

R14 160

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

21:30-19:18

2 stops28h 48m

Newark

Thu 19/2

15:59-19:00

1 stop20h 01m

R14 160

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to North America from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R8 963). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 336). 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 16 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from South Africa to North America in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to North America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to North America. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to North America flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 16 December 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
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
1 432 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
3 683 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
9 094 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
7 578 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic fly from South Africa to North America in about 16h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 54m. There are 13572 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 244. Users have also found prices from R6 621 and R6 842 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R8 963). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 336). 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 16 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 732AverageR17 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 623AverageR16 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR11 039AverageR20 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 367AverageR17 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 739AverageR14 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 927AverageR16 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 371AverageR18 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 667AverageR17 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 825AverageR18 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 927AverageR16 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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