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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R7 779

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 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 23 — Jul 301
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 23 June 2026.

Tue 8/1219:35
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/123:00
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6R14 015
Tue 1/1219:35
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/320:15
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6R14 064
Tue 1/1221:40
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops25h 00m
Delta
Mon 1/318:45
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops32h 20m
Delta
Deal found 18/6R14 508
Thu 17/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop41h 19m
United Airlines
Thu 15/1015:00
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/6R14 540
Tue 14/722:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops45h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 28/712:05
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/6R14 573
Mon 13/720:15
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 26/78:40
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 18/6R14 852
Sat 25/79:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/815:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/6R14 934
Mon 28/99:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 15/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/6R15 000
Tue 22/98:20
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1022:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/6R15 033
Sat 19/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/6R15 049
Thu 17/1219:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 45m
British Airways
Sat 9/18:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 22/6R15 082
Sun 20/1219:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 40m
British Airways
Mon 4/123:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 19/6R15 131

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 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 015

One-way from

R7 779

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 707

Good round-trip deal

R17 560 or less

Good one-way deal

R16 689 or less
8/12-8/1
  • 8/12-8/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 50m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 432 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 080 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 23 June 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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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

19:35-12:35

1 stop24h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/1

21:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R15 197

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

22:00-20:25

2 stops29h 25m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 14/1

14:10-18:35

2 stops21h 25m

R16 362

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

22:00-17:50

2 stops49h 50m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 11/8

17:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

R16 444

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-20:20

2 stops55h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/11

21:15-10:25

2 stops54h 10m

R16 936

JohannesburgAtlanta

JNB - ATL

JNBATL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

22:00-19:37

2 stops27h 37m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 12/10

14:40-18:30

2 stops21h 50m

R17 018

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

23:15-19:30

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 347

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:00-17:02

2 stops29h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

7:30-18:30

2 stops28h 00m

R17 379

Cape TownNewark

CPT - EWR

CPTEWR

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

20:05-11:03

1 stop20h 58m

Newark

Mon 2/11

10:25-18:35

1 stop25h 10m

R17 757

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-22:59

2 stops29h 44m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 11/10

7:59-19:40

2 stops29h 41m

R17 823

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

18:50-18:35

1 stop32h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 15/8

16:45-21:20

1 stop43h 35m

R18 151

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R16 231). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 678). 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 23 June 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to North America?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to North America is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 23 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines 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
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
690 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 878 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 067 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 530 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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, United Airlines, and KLM fly from South Africa to North America in about 24h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 25m. 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 KLM. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 779. Users have also found prices from R6 168 and R6 337 on Etihad Airways 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 R16 231). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 678). 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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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 23 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 111AverageR15 311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 593AverageR16 866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 639AverageR15 781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 028AverageR17 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 068AverageR14 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 188AverageR16 044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 614AverageR15 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 621AverageR18 118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR12 752AverageR18 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 144AverageR17 142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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