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Cheap flights from South Africa to North America from R8 290

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LAX
Feb 6 — Feb 131
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 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 590

One-way from

R8 290

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 944

Good round-trip deal

R14 383 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 540 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/5-26/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 05m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 7/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • South Africa to North America
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 962 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 7 January 2026.

Thu 7/521:55JNB - YYZ
2 stops45h 30mDelta
Sat 30/523:30YYZ - JNB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Deal found 5/1R12 590
Thu 7/521:55JNB - YYZ
2 stops45h 30mDelta
Thu 28/521:55YYZ - JNB
1 stop41h 25mDelta
Deal found 5/1R12 606
Thu 7/521:55JNB - YYZ
1 stop30h 05mDelta
Wed 27/521:55YYZ - JNB
1 stop41h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/1R12 639
Tue 20/114:30JNB - EWR
2 stops24h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 26/110:00EWR - JNB
1 stop20h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/1R12 688
Thu 5/219:45JNB - YYZ
1 stop24h 05mAir Canada
Tue 24/220:25YYZ - JNB
1 stop31h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1R12 753
Tue 28/419:00JNB - YYZ
1 stop23h 30mAir Canada
Sun 31/516:55YYZ - JNB
2 stops34h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1R12 819
Wed 14/119:35JNB - EWR
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/117:45EWR - JNB
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R12 868
Tue 28/419:00JNB - YYZ
1 stop23h 30mAir Canada
Mon 1/612:00YYZ - JNB
2 stops39h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1R12 868
Tue 28/419:00JNB - YYZ
2 stops43h 29mAir Canada
Sat 30/520:20YYZ - JNB
1 stop28h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1R12 884
Wed 6/58:45JNB - YYZ
1 stop35h 40mAir Canada
Mon 25/517:50YYZ - JNB
1 stop30h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1R12 900
Sun 18/123:59JNB - YYZ
1 stop22h 41mDelta
Sun 25/117:50YYZ - JNB
1 stop21h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/1R12 917
Wed 29/419:00JNB - YYZ
2 stops45h 38mAir Canada
Wed 27/520:20YYZ - JNB
1 stop28h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1R12 950

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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 7 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

Thu 7/5

21:55-13:25

2 stops45h 30m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 30/5

23:30-11:05

1 stop29h 35m

R12 590

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 14/4

11:30-19:40

1 stop26h 10m

R12 639

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 31/1

6:10-19:00

1 stop29h 50m

R12 639

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 10/2

6:10-19:00

1 stop29h 50m

R12 639

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

21:55-22:00

1 stop30h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 29/5

16:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

R12 639

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:45-12:50

1 stop24h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 24/2

20:25-10:30

1 stop31h 05m

R12 753

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

19:20-16:25

1 stop28h 05m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 25/1

21:15-22:05

1 stop41h 50m

R13 015

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

20:15-13:50

2 stops24h 35m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 24/2

17:00-7:05

3 stops31h 05m

R13 195

JohannesburgNewark

JNB - EWR

JNBEWR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-8:00

2 stops24h 30m

Newark

Mon 26/1

10:00-13:05

1 stop20h 05m

R13 244

JohannesburgToronto

JNB - YYZ

JNBYYZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

19:20-15:40

2 stops27h 20m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 25/1

17:50-22:05

1 stop21h 15m

R13 260

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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 154). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 966). 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 7 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 7 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
1 434 reviews
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Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 701 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 139 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 657 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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, Ethiopian Air, and British Airways fly from South Africa to North America in about 23h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 20m. 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 076. Users have also found prices from R6 437 and R6 653 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 154). Flying from South Africa to North America in July is currently the most expensive (average of R12 966). 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 7 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapestR6 545AverageR17 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR10 329AverageR16 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 733AverageR19 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 426AverageR13 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR11 596AverageR15 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR12 002AverageR17 610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR12 316AverageR16 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR12 470AverageR16 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 545AverageR15 676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 575AverageR17 644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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