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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R7 816

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 13 — Feb 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 862

One-way from

R7 816

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 828

Good round-trip deal

R14 926 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 570 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 2/2-6/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 55m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 00m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 167 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 073 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 January 2026.

Thu 1/1021:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
British Airways
Mon 12/1023:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 14/1R12 698
Tue 29/919:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 18/1023:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1R12 715
Mon 2/222:00
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops25h 15m
American Airlines
Fri 6/217:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/1R12 862
Wed 21/119:35
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/117:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1R12 895
Thu 4/619:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 15/617:35
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops31h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/1R12 911
Tue 29/919:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Sat 17/1017:35
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1R12 928
Mon 28/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 17/1017:50
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1R12 993
Thu 22/121:30
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 28/121:29
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop38h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/1R13 108
Tue 29/919:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 14/1017:50
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop31h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1R13 124
Fri 23/123:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/220:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1R13 124
Fri 4/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/923:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1R13 141
Wed 14/123:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 19/120:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1R13 141

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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 14 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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South Africa

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North America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

21:15-13:05

1 stop21h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/5

19:10-7:00

1 stop29h 50m

R13 485

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

19:35-11:20

1 stop22h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/1

23:20-10:25

1 stop28h 05m

R13 485

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:25-11:10

1 stop21h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

20:55-9:25

1 stop30h 30m

R13 485

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:35-12:20

1 stop22h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

20:10-7:35

1 stop29h 25m

R13 534

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/3

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

21:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

R13 567

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

22:00-19:30

1 stop28h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/2

16:59-8:25

2 stops32h 26m

R13 648

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

22:00-15:59

1 stop24h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 24/3

12:27-19:00

1 stop24h 33m

R13 714

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

22:00-22:29

2 stops30h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/4

12:27-19:40

1 stop25h 13m

R13 780

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

21:30-17:22

2 stops26h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 19/2

17:00-19:00

1 stop19h 00m

R13 780

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

22:00-21:42

2 stops30h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 24/3

17:00-19:00

1 stop20h 00m

R13 796

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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 372). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 993). 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 14 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 14 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
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 439 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 439 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
3 715 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
9 163 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 676 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

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 British Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Delta fly from South Africa to North America in about 21h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 05m. 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 089. Users have also found prices from R6 450 and R6 667 on Turkish Airlines 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 372). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 993). 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 559AverageR17 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 351AverageR16 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 756AverageR19 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 450AverageR13 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 620AverageR15 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 027AverageR17 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 342AverageR16 734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 496AverageR17 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 571AverageR15 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 606AverageR17 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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