How long is the flight from South Africa to North America?

Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to North America in about 23h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 55m. There are 13358 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 770. Users have also found prices from R6 813 and R6 930 on Emirates and Qatar Airways, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in North America ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit North America when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to North America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

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.

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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.

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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 682). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 746). 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?

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 often are flights from South Africa to North America delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between South Africa and North America have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to North America flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to North America flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 49 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

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

1 592 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

KLM

7,8

Good

1 592 reviews

KLM

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1 592 reviews

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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

697 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 592 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

3 708 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 592 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

United Airlines

7,3

Good

10 405 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 592 reviews

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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

8 267 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 592 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

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

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How long is the flight from South Africa to North America?
Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to North America in about 23h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 55m. There are 13358 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 770. Users have also found prices from R6 813 and R6 930 on Emirates and Qatar Airways, 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?
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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 682). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 746). 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

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Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR5 786	AverageR16 030	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 886	AverageR16 431	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
JetBlue	CheapestR10 789	AverageR18 651	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search JetBlue flights
Air France	CheapestR11 224	AverageR18 257	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Delta	CheapestR11 262	AverageR17 282	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 599	AverageR17 507	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	CheapestR11 990	AverageR18 030	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	CheapestR12 170	AverageR16 468	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	CheapestR12 496	AverageR15 025	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
British Airways	CheapestR12 602	AverageR18 122	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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How often are flights from South Africa to North America delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between South Africa and North America have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to North America flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to North America flights?

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 49 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

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.

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to North America?

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