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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 367

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 19 — Feb 261
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 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 125

One-way from

R8 367

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 848

Good round-trip deal

R14 901 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 588 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 14/4-21/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 40m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 20m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 110 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 029 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 20 January 2026.

Tue 20/114:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 26/110:00
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R12 977
Tue 14/421:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 21/423:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/1R13 125
Thu 22/123:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 27/120:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R13 125
Thu 22/123:00
JNB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 29/120:55
JFK
-
JNB
2 stops24h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R13 158
Wed 4/29:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop30h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/222:00
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/1R13 191
Sun 1/319:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 45m
British Airways
Sun 8/322:35
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop27h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 19/1R13 223
Mon 13/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 28/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/1R13 240
Thu 5/319:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 45m
British Airways
Thu 12/39:05
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 19/1R13 240
Thu 22/114:30
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 26/110:00
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R13 256
Sun 8/222:00
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop22h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 28/221:50
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/1R13 256
Wed 21/119:20
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/10:15
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops52h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R13 273
Tue 17/319:35
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop30h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 7/419:20
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop29h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 18/1R13 273

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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 20 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 16/3

19:35-18:15

1 stop28h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/3

21:40-7:35

1 stop27h 55m

R13 519

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:35-14:20

1 stop25h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/3

22:45-10:25

1 stop29h 40m

R13 519

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

22:00-20:35

1 stop28h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/4

15:20-19:40

1 stop22h 20m

R13 683

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

22:00-22:40

2 stops31h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

15:40-19:00

1 stop21h 20m

R13 732

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

22:00-23:42

2 stops32h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/3

16:00-19:00

1 stop21h 00m

R13 732

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

23:00-18:55

2 stops26h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/2

20:55-3:55

2 stops24h 00m

R13 765

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

22:00-19:44

2 stops28h 44m

Newark

Sat 28/3

18:45-19:40

1 stop18h 55m

R13 798

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:00-16:15

2 stops24h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 17/3

17:00-19:00

1 stop20h 00m

R13 798

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - LGA

JNBLGA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

22:00-18:27

2 stops27h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 13/2

13:59-19:00

2 stops22h 01m

R13 798

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

21:15-20:20

1 stop29h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/4

23:45-7:00

2 stops25h 15m

R14 421

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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 484). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 010). 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 20 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 20 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
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

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
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

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
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

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
3 722 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

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
9 183 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

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
7 690 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

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, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic fly from South Africa to North America in about 28h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 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 097. Users have also found prices from R6 459 and R6 676 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 484). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R13 010). 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 20 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 568AverageR17 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 364AverageR16 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 770AverageR19 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 396AverageR13 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 636AverageR15 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 043AverageR17 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 387AverageR16 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 512AverageR17 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 588AverageR15 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 613AverageR17 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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