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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 580

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
May 9 — May 161
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 9 April 2026.

Tue 16/617:50
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop34h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/110:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4R13 468
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/4R13 468
Thu 10/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R13 485
Wed 9/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Mon 21/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/4R13 518
Sun 28/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 1/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R13 534
Wed 27/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/615:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R13 583
Sun 19/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/4R13 649
Sun 3/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/622:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R13 698
Wed 20/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/615:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R13 715
Mon 21/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 24/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4R13 731
Fri 18/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 25/915:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/4R13 764
Sat 2/59:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/522:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R13 780

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 468

One-way from

R8 580

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 978

Good round-trip deal

R16 162 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 922 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/6-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 05m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 10m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 234 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 607 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to North America.
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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 9 April 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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JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

9:50-8:35

1 stop28h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 24/9

15:45-8:20

1 stop34h 35m

R14 305

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

18:00-22:30

1 stop34h 30m

Newark

Wed 11/11

0:25-10:50

1 stop27h 25m

R15 683

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

19:50-16:40

1 stop26h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/5

22:05-4:00

1 stop23h 55m

R17 192

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

13:30-14:25

1 stop30h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 21/5

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

R17 980

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

9:45-8:35

1 stop28h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/6

15:30-8:20

2 stops58h 50m

R17 996

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

10:05-21:20

2 stops41h 15m

Newark

Wed 29/4

23:55-10:15

2 stops28h 20m

R18 045

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

19:10-21:20

2 stops32h 10m

Newark

Wed 29/4

23:55-16:15

2 stops34h 20m

R18 045

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

19:10-18:55

2 stops29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/6

23:00-5:30

1 stop24h 30m

R18 045

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/5

22:20-10:15

2 stops29h 55m

R18 045

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

22:20-18:55

2 stops26h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/6

22:20-5:30

2 stops25h 10m

R18 045

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R9 581). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 009). 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 9 April 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 9 April 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
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
685 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 554 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 864 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from South Africa to North America in about 26h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 40m. 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 164. Users have also found prices from R6 415 and R6 458 on Ethiopian Air 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R9 581). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 009). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 567AverageR16 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 150AverageR15 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 089AverageR16 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 635AverageR15 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 796AverageR12 901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 183AverageR16 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 386AverageR17 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 455AverageR17 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 622AverageR15 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 675AverageR18 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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