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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 174

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 24 — Mar 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 25 January 2026.

Wed 4/219:20
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop28h 05m
Delta
Tue 14/418:30
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop19h 10m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R12 414
Sat 31/122:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops28h 15m
Delta
Sun 8/218:13
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops34h 57m
Delta
Deal found 24/1R12 430
Mon 9/322:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops25h 25m
Delta
Mon 16/322:55
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops27h 40m
Delta
Deal found 22/1R12 462
Wed 11/322:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops28h 15m
Delta
Wed 18/319:45
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Delta
Deal found 25/1R12 478
Tue 22/920:25
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop30h 10m
Delta
Wed 14/1013:30
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop24h 10m
Delta
Deal found 25/1R12 622
Tue 16/618:00
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop33h 00m
Delta
Tue 28/718:00
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop19h 40m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R12 638
Tue 10/319:35
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/318:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/1R12 654
Sat 31/123:59
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop26h 16m
KLM
Sun 8/217:50
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
KLM
Deal found 24/1R12 687
Fri 27/222:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops31h 40m
Delta
Wed 18/319:45
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Delta
Deal found 23/1R12 767
Mon 2/319:20
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops27h 20m
Delta
Tue 10/36:10
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop30h 50m
Delta
Deal found 24/1R12 815
Mon 9/323:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops27h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/321:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R12 847
Mon 1/620:25
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop30h 10m
Delta
Sat 20/623:30
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
Delta
Deal found 24/1R12 847

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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 414

One-way from

R8 174

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 517

Good round-trip deal

R14 067 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 330 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 4/2-14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 45m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 803 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 989 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 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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North America

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 14/4

18:30-19:40

1 stop19h 10m

R12 414

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

22:00-20:15

2 stops28h 15m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 18/3

19:45-8:35

2 stops30h 50m

R12 478

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

18:00-21:00

1 stop33h 00m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 28/7

18:00-19:40

1 stop19h 40m

R12 638

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

22:00-16:40

2 stops24h 40m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 17/3

7:45-19:00

1 stop29h 15m

R12 767

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:20-15:40

2 stops27h 20m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 10/3

6:10-19:00

1 stop30h 50m

R12 815

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

20:25-20:35

1 stop30h 10m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 20/6

23:30-11:05

1 stop29h 35m

R12 847

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

19:35-16:15

2 stops27h 40m

Newark

Sun 8/2

17:45-7:35

2 stops30h 50m

R13 152

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:15-21:00

2 stops29h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 29/5

17:36-9:25

2 stops33h 49m

R13 313

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

20:25-20:35

1 stop30h 10m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 20/6

23:05-8:50

1 stop27h 45m

R13 329

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

19:35-18:15

1 stop28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

21:05-7:35

1 stop28h 30m

R13 345

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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 358). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 735). 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 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 25 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
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
9 200 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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
7 699 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

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 Delta, American Airlines, and British Airways fly from South Africa to North America in about 28h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 40m. 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 968. Users have also found prices from R6 322 and R6 534 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 358). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 735). 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 25 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 429AverageR16 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 145AverageR16 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 542AverageR18 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 155AverageR13 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 389AverageR15 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 788AverageR17 215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 125AverageR16 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 247AverageR16 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 322AverageR15 496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 346AverageR17 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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