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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R7 717

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 16 — Mar 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to North America

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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 14 February 2026.

Wed 13/523:15
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops44h 15m
Delta
Fri 5/617:50
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops30h 00m
Delta
Deal found 14/2R12 239
Mon 23/21:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sun 1/313:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/2R12 814
Sun 26/417:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 4/513:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/2R12 830
Wed 6/522:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 19/521:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/2R12 846
Tue 3/322:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops25h 25m
American Airlines
Thu 5/317:25
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops34h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/2R12 846
Mon 11/58:45
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops45h 32m
Air Canada
Wed 27/516:40
YVR
-
JNB
1 stop31h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/2R12 846
Sun 8/319:20
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/32:35
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops51h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2R12 862
Fri 20/39:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 1/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/2R12 862
Thu 5/323:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/322:10
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R12 878
Thu 3/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sun 13/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/2R12 894
Fri 6/39:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 19/315:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/2R12 910
Tue 21/421:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 15m
American Airlines
Sun 3/519:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/2R12 926

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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 239

One-way from

R7 717

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R13 645

Good round-trip deal

R14 520 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 486 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/5-5/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 15m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 30m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 806 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 775 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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 14 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to North America that are best for you.

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South Africa

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North America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/3

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

R12 830

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

R12 830

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

Tue 19/5

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

R12 846

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:25-13:30

1 stop24h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 17/5

19:20-7:00

1 stop29h 40m

R12 926

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:25-14:25

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 19/5

7:50-9:25

1 stop19h 35m

R13 181

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

21:15-17:35

1 stop26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

20:55-9:25

1 stop30h 30m

R13 181

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

21:15-13:00

1 stop21h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/5

20:55-7:00

1 stop28h 05m

R13 181

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:25-11:10

1 stop21h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/5

20:05-7:00

1 stop28h 55m

R13 181

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:25-23:41

2 stops33h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/5

19:00-19:40

1 stop18h 40m

R13 373

JohannesburgVancouver

JNB - YVR

JNBYVR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

20:25-21:07

2 stops33h 42m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 13/6

17:50-8:50

2 stops30h 00m

R13 405

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 449). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 670). 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 14 February 2026.

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 14 February 2026.
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
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 734 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 291 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 739 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 454 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 Ethiopian Air, American Airlines, and British Airways fly from South Africa to North America in about 24h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 50m. 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 984. Users have also found prices from R5 937 and R6 290 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 449). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 670). 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 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 396AverageR16 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 093AverageR17 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 098AverageR13 589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 331AverageR15 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 864AverageR17 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 063AverageR16 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 230AverageR16 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 259AverageR15 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 281AverageR17 273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 375AverageR18 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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