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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R7 663

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Mar 22 — Mar 291
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 20 February 2026.

Wed 16/919:25
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops33h 00m
American Airlines
Wed 23/923:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R11 945
Mon 17/821:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 25/817:35
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops33h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R12 267
Mon 14/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 22/923:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R12 428
Fri 11/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 19/923:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R12 524
Wed 15/422:50
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 21/421:45
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R12 541
Mon 18/520:25
JNB
-
YVR
2 stops33h 44m
Delta
Wed 10/617:50
YVR
-
JNB
2 stops30h 00m
Delta
Deal found 20/2R12 541
Sun 20/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
1 stop28h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 28/923:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops27h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R12 669
Tue 25/821:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops24h 50m
American Airlines
Wed 2/917:35
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops31h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R12 718
Mon 2/319:35
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops27h 40m
American Airlines
Thu 5/318:30
EWR
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/2R12 879
Thu 17/921:15
JNB
-
EWR
2 stops31h 10m
American Airlines
Fri 25/923:55
EWR
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/2R12 895
Wed 1/49:50
JNB
-
JFK
1 stop36h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/415:45
JFK
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/2R12 895
Mon 6/421:55
JNB
-
LGA
1 stop26h 48m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 13/415:00
LGA
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/2R12 911

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 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 267

One-way from

R7 663

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R13 796

Good round-trip deal

R14 435 or less

Good one-way deal

R14 835 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 17/8-25/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 40m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 00m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 280 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 845 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 20 February 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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Price

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:35-16:15

2 stops27h 40m

Newark

Thu 5/3

18:30-10:25

1 stop32h 55m

R12 879

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

22:50-19:45

2 stops26h 55m

Newark

Tue 21/4

21:45-3:55

2 stops24h 10m

R13 007

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

20:50-8:55

2 stops46h 05m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 27/3

21:55-15:20

2 stops32h 25m

R13 249

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

20:50-10:13

2 stops46h 23m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 24/3

8:45-16:55

1 stop23h 10m

R13 249

Cape TownVancouver

CPT - YVR

CPTYVR

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

20:50-9:32

2 stops45h 42m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 29/3

15:35-15:20

2 stops38h 45m

R13 249

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

22:00-20:35

1 stop28h 35m

Newark

Wed 18/3

22:35-10:25

1 stop29h 50m

R13 313

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:35-13:50

1 stop25h 15m

Newark

Wed 11/3

22:35-7:35

1 stop27h 00m

R13 313

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

22:00-15:20

1 stop23h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/3

22:35-7:35

1 stop27h 00m

R13 313

JohannesburgNew York

JNB - JFK

JNBJFK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

22:00-12:35

1 stop21h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/3

22:35-7:35

1 stop27h 00m

R13 313

JohannesburgVancouver

JNB - YVR

JNBYVR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

20:25-21:07

2 stops33h 42m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 13/6

17:50-8:50

2 stops30h 00m

R13 490

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 544). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 766). 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 February 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 February 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
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
679 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 325 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 755 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 American Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and United Airlines fly from South Africa to North America in about 26h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 10m. There are 12855 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 015. Users have also found prices from R5 977 and R6 338 on Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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.

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    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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to North America (average of R10 544). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 766). 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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DeltaCheapestR6 444AverageR16 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 183AverageR13 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 417AverageR15 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR11 978AverageR17 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 155AverageR15 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 323AverageR16 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 373AverageR17 423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 374AverageR15 235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 438AverageR18 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestR12 640AverageR15 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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