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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 103

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Aug 27 — Sep 31
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 28 July 2026.

Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop19h 43m
United Airlines
Tue 6/1013:55
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/7R14 598
Sun 13/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop21h 47m
United Airlines
Sun 11/1017:25
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7R14 615
Fri 4/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 15/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/7R14 682
Mon 27/722:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops38h 18m
United Airlines
Sun 30/810:45
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7R14 715
Thu 3/917:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/7R14 749
Fri 20/111:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 00m
Kenya Airways
Fri 27/1113:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/7R14 766
Tue 4/817:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop20h 35m
Kenya Airways
Mon 14/913:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 26/7R14 782
Wed 7/1022:00
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 31/1010:53
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops25h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/7R14 782
Tue 22/910:55
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/922:00
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7R14 799
Wed 9/912:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Wed 14/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/7R14 816
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops25h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 27/914:30
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops22h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7R14 816
Tue 20/1012:10
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 27/1013:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/7R14 849

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 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 598

One-way from

R8 103

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 528

Good round-trip deal

R12 975 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 537 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 14/9-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 26m total
  • South Africa to North America
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KLM
  • KLM
  • 11/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R24 385 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 551 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 28 July 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

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

22:00-18:28

1 stop26h 28m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 18/9

12:00-18:30

1 stop24h 30m

R14 598

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

22:00-18:28

1 stop26h 28m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 10/10

17:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

R14 598
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

22:00-11:48

1 stop20h 48m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 2/1

16:20-18:35

1 stop19h 15m

R14 782

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

22:00-16:15

1 stop24h 15m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 16/10

10:15-18:30

2 stops26h 15m

R14 899

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

22:00-13:47

1 stop21h 47m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 6/10

17:25-18:30

1 stop19h 05m

R14 899

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

20:15-15:35

1 stop25h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

8:35-19:40

1 stop29h 05m

R14 966

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:15-15:15

2 stops25h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 16/9

15:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

R15 050

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 100

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

19:35-17:20

1 stop28h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/1

21:50-10:25

1 stop29h 35m

R15 318

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

19:35-14:25

1 stop25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/1

23:20-10:25

1 stop28h 05m

R15 469

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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 774). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 876). 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 28 July 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 28 July 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
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
694 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
10 050 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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
8 129 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 550 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

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 United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and British Airways 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 2h 28m. 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 895. Users have also found prices from R6 465 and R6 961 on Ethiopian Air and Emirates, 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 774). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 876). 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 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR5 911AverageR16 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 274AverageR16 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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DeltaCheapestR11 481AverageR17 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 629AverageR15 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 826AverageR16 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 850AverageR17 582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 433AverageR16 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestR12 528AverageR15 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 875AverageR18 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 896AverageR15 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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