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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R7 298

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Jul 31 — Aug 71
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 1 July 2026.

Sun 22/1118:55
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/127:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops44h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R14 384
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop30h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 8/214:50
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops20h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/6R14 515
Fri 11/919:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops42h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/109:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6R14 531
Sun 1/1122:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops29h 28m
United Airlines
Mon 16/1114:00
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/6R14 531
Mon 14/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 2/1121:00
YYZ
-
JNB
2 stops62h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/6R14 548
Tue 15/922:00
JNB
-
YYZ
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Tue 23/221:10
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop38h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/6R14 564
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 29/1016:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/6R14 679
Wed 15/719:30
CPT
-
ATL
2 stops34h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/87:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops52h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6R14 761
Thu 1/109:45
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 15/1015:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R14 859
Wed 29/718:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/80:25
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 28/6R14 892
Thu 5/1112:35
CPT
-
ATL
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/118:00
ATL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R14 892
Mon 14/98:45
JNB
-
YYZ
1 stop36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1123:00
YYZ
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/6R14 892

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 1 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 384

One-way from

R7 298

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 532

Good round-trip deal

R17 376 or less

Good one-way deal

R17 190 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/11-5/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 50m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 35m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 816 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 078 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 July 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownAtlanta

CPT - ATL

CPTATL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 30/8

19:30-23:59

2 stops34h 29m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 26/9

9:03-10:15

2 stops43h 12m

R16 286

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

22:00-22:23

1 stop30h 23m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 15/10

12:05-18:30

2 stops24h 25m

R16 368

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

9:45-16:00

1 stop36h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/8

22:20-8:20

1 stop28h 00m

R16 565

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

22:00-23:19

1 stop31h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/8

6:33-18:30

1 stop29h 57m

R16 631

JohannesburgWashington, D.C.

JNB - IAD

JNBIAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

22:00-22:59

1 stop30h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 18/10

22:40-18:30

1 stop37h 50m

R16 631
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

22:00-7:35

Nonstop15h 35m

Newark

Fri 7/8

21:25-18:30

Nonstop15h 05m

R16 795

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

22:00-7:25

Nonstop16h 25m

Newark

Mon 4/1

20:50-18:35

Nonstop14h 45m

R16 811

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

21:40-19:45

2 stops29h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 2/1

17:55-10:05

2 stops33h 10m

R16 975

JohannesburgLos Angeles

JNB - LAX

JNBLAX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

21:55-12:10

1 stop23h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 30/10

12:15-19:00

1 stop21h 45m

R17 188

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

23:15-19:35

2 stops26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/8

6:00-21:20

2 stops33h 20m

R17 484

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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 270). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 780). 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 1 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 1 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
1 532 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
689 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
9 909 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
7,3
Good
3 738 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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
8 087 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 532 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

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 United Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Delta fly from South Africa to North America in about 29h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 10m. 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 KLM. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 775. Users have also found prices from R6 333 and R6 944 on Ethiopian Air 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 270). Flying from South Africa to North America in April is currently the most expensive (average of R20 780). 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 1 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 106AverageR15 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 632AverageR15 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 020AverageR17 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 061AverageR14 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 181AverageR16 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 329AverageR17 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 614AverageR18 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 628AverageR15 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR12 764AverageR19 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR13 136AverageR18 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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