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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 421

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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 17 March 2026.

Wed 6/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 1/623:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops49h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R12 329
Mon 18/520:25
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops28h 30m
Delta
Fri 5/613:10
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Delta
Deal found 16/3R12 731
Sun 10/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 25/521:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R12 765
Tue 12/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 26/523:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R12 815
Wed 6/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Wed 3/621:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R13 235
Tue 12/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 25/521:25
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop30h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R13 251
Tue 5/521:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 1/623:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/3R13 302
Mon 4/521:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop23h 10m
British Airways
Mon 11/520:55
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 14/3R13 486
Sun 12/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/3R13 520
Mon 14/99:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 14/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 537
Wed 1/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/3R13 553
Sun 26/49:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/522:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/3R13 570

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 329

One-way from

R8 421

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R14 895

Good round-trip deal

R16 304 or less

Good one-way deal

R15 080 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 6/5-1/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 80h 15m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 444 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 789 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 17 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

20:00-22:46

2 stops35h 46m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 7/8

9:10-15:20

2 stops45h 10m

R14 057

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

21:15-20:49

2 stops53h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/5

18:00-9:25

2 stops33h 25m

R14 493

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

21:15-16:05

2 stops48h 50m

Newark

Tue 5/5

17:35-7:00

2 stops31h 25m

R14 795

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

18:00-22:30

1 stop34h 30m

Newark

Mon 24/8

0:25-10:30

1 stop28h 05m

R15 046

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

21:15-20:20

1 stop29h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/5

23:55-7:00

2 stops25h 05m

R15 717

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

19:25-19:20

2 stops29h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 23/6

23:55-9:25

2 stops27h 30m

R15 986

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

20:25-21:27

2 stops31h 02m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 22/5

22:00-8:50

1 stop28h 50m

R16 019

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

20:25-22:50

1 stop32h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/5

17:30-21:20

2 stops21h 50m

R16 137

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

9:45-16:30

1 stop36h 45m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/5

21:40-8:15

1 stop28h 35m

R16 388

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

20:00-22:56

2 stops59h 56m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 26/5

8:45-9:30

2 stops39h 45m

R16 472

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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 584). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 302). 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 17 March 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 17 March 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
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
682 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
3 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
9 431 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
7 797 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 472 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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 United Airlines, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to North America in about 34h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 04m. There are 12855 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 R4 183. Users have also found prices from R6 228 and R6 604 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

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    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.

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    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 584). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 302). 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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DeltaCheapestR6 715AverageR17 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 652AverageR14 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 896AverageR16 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 294AverageR17 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 441AverageR15 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 665AverageR16 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 736AverageR17 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 911AverageR16 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 914AverageR16 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 960AverageR19 036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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