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

Airlines like Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines, and Delta fly from South Africa to North America in about 27h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 19m. 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 810. Users have also found prices from R6 861 and R6 978 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.

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.

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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 781). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 873). 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, 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

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1 584 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

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1 584 reviews

KLM

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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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7,5

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KLM

7,8

Good

1 584 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

7,4

Good

10 346 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 584 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

3 719 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 584 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

8 257 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 584 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, Turkish Airlines, and Delta fly from South Africa to North America in about 27h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 19m. 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 810. Users have also found prices from R6 861 and R6 978 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?
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 781). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 873). 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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Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR6 286	AverageR16 283	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR8 155	AverageR16 489	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
JetBlue	CheapestR10 864	AverageR18 780	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search JetBlue flights
Air France	CheapestR11 302	AverageR18 519	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Delta	CheapestR11 340	AverageR17 423	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 680	AverageR17 566	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	CheapestR12 074	AverageR18 135	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	CheapestR12 255	AverageR16 582	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	CheapestR12 582	AverageR14 903	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
British Airways	CheapestR12 690	AverageR18 322	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, 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.

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