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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 024

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 1 — Mar 81
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 30 January 2026.

Tue 10/220:15
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop27h 10m
Air Canada
Sat 21/321:25
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/1R12 021
Tue 10/219:20
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops29h 03m
Delta
Mon 23/312:15
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops24h 45m
Delta
Deal found 28/1R12 084
Tue 10/220:15
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop27h 10m
Air Canada
Sun 22/320:45
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop28h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/1R12 100
Sun 26/420:25
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop30h 10m
Delta
Mon 4/518:00
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Delta
Deal found 28/1R12 131
Mon 9/220:15
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops43h 24m
Air Canada
Sun 22/320:45
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop28h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/1R12 147
Wed 11/219:20
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop28h 05m
Delta
Mon 23/312:25
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Delta
Deal found 28/1R12 194
Mon 9/223:59
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop22h 41m
Delta
Mon 23/37:45
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop29h 15m
Delta
Deal found 28/1R12 210
Mon 9/322:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops24h 40m
Delta
Fri 20/312:15
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 27/1R12 225
Sat 14/223:59
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop26h 16m
Delta
Sun 22/318:08
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops42h 52m
Delta
Deal found 28/1R12 288
Sun 24/520:25
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop30h 10m
Delta
Wed 3/616:45
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops34h 05m
Delta
Deal found 28/1R12 304
Tue 10/319:45
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops49h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/320:45
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1R12 320
Tue 2/619:25
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops29h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 17/619:10
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/1R12 572

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 30 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 021

One-way from

R8 024

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 224

Good round-trip deal

R13 782 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 060 or less
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/2-21/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 30m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 450 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 903 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 30 January 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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North America

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JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 23/3

12:25-19:00

1 stop24h 35m

R12 194

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

23:59-19:15

1 stop26h 16m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 23/3

12:15-19:00

2 stops24h 45m

R12 225

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 18/3

23:00-12:10

1 stop31h 10m

R12 430

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 19/3

18:50-22:05

1 stop21h 15m

R12 446

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:25-18:55

2 stops29h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 21/6

19:10-7:00

1 stop29h 50m

R12 572

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/3

22:10-3:55

2 stops23h 45m

R12 635

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

21:30-18:00

1 stop27h 30m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 21/3

18:50-22:05

1 stop21h 15m

R12 635

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-16:15

2 stops24h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/3

18:30-19:00

1 stop18h 30m

R12 792

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

23:59-19:09

2 stops26h 10m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 21/3

22:15-22:05

1 stop41h 50m

R12 902

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

21:15-22:30

1 stop31h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/4

20:05-7:00

1 stop28h 55m

R13 012

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 149). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 477). 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 30 January 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 30 January 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
3 726 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
9 214 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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
7 705 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

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 Delta, American Airlines, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to North America in about 26h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 924. Users have also found prices from R5 847 and R6 194 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 149). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 477). 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 30 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 299AverageR16 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR9 940AverageR15 926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 329AverageR18 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 930AverageR13 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 159AverageR15 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 550AverageR16 843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 880AverageR15 727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 044AverageR16 438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 072AverageR14 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 099AverageR17 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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