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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 293

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jun 24 — Jul 11
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 25 May 2026.

Tue 27/1019:35
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/117:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5R14 841
Mon 22/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 29/622:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/5R14 940
Sat 18/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/822:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/5R15 088
Tue 8/1219:35
JNB
-
BOS
2 stops26h 55m
Iberia
Tue 12/119:15
BOS
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 23/5R15 104
Thu 3/912:40
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 13/91:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R15 121
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 27/622:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/5R15 154
Mon 22/615:05
JNB
-
BOS
2 stops36h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 3/79:50
BOS
-
JNB
2 stops26h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/5R15 154
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/622:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/5R15 170
Mon 13/79:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 30/722:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/5R15 203
Mon 25/521:15
JNB
-
BOS
1 stop21h 20m
American Airlines
Fri 19/67:25
BOS
-
JNB
1 stop20h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/5R15 220
Wed 18/119:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 10m
Etihad Airways
Thu 26/1115:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/5R15 252
Mon 14/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 14/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/5R15 285

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 25 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 841

One-way from

R8 293

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 483

Good round-trip deal

R18 502 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 670 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 27/10-15/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 64h 40m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 05m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 041 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 751 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 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 25 May 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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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

12:40-9:00

1 stop26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 16/9

11:20-15:20

1 stop22h 00m

R15 252

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

20:25-18:50

1 stop28h 25m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 22/8

19:20-10:25

2 stops33h 05m

R15 417

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

20:25-22:55

2 stops32h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

12:59-22:25

2 stops27h 26m

R16 454

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

21:40-23:02

2 stops32h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 24/2

13:00-8:20

2 stops36h 20m

R16 536

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

19:10-20:15

1 stop31h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/11

14:30-10:50

1 stop37h 20m

R16 585

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

19:35-13:55

2 stops25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/11

8:05-10:25

1 stop19h 20m

R16 684

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

19:10-18:55

2 stops29h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/9

11:20-16:15

1 stop22h 55m

R16 931

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

20:25-18:39

2 stops28h 14m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/10

22:00-8:25

1 stop28h 25m

R17 046

JohannesburgBoston

JNB - BOS

JNBBOS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

19:25-17:00

1 stop27h 35m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 21/6

20:10-7:00

1 stop28h 50m

R17 260

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

23:15-15:35

1 stop22h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

12:29-21:20

2 stops26h 51m

R17 358

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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 207). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 682). 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 25 May 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 70 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 25 May 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
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
1 521 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
9 749 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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
8 004 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 521 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

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 Qatar Airways, Delta, and Turkish Airlines fly from South Africa to North America in about 26h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 45m. 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 793. Users have also found prices from R6 184 and R6 434 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 207). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 682). 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 587AverageR17 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 174AverageR16 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 122AverageR17 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 623AverageR16 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 669AverageR15 851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 981AverageR22 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 099AverageR14 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 220AverageR15 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 394AverageR16 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 647AverageR15 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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