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Cheap flights from South Africa to Paris from R4 897

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PAR
Jan 21 — Jan 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Paris
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Paris. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 December 2025.

Wed 31/1223:59JNB - CDG
1 stop16h 21mKLM
Sat 31/17:10CDG - JNB
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 19/12R12 602
Sat 27/1219:45JNB - CDG
1 stop13h 15mLufthansa
Tue 30/1214:35CDG - JNB
2 stops24h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 20/12R12 836
Fri 26/1223:59JNB - CDG
1 stop33h 11mKLM
Sun 18/120:45CDG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mKLM
Deal found 22/12R12 920
Sat 20/1219:45JNB - CDG
1 stop15h 40mLufthansa
Wed 24/1212:00CDG - JNB
2 stops26h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 20/12R13 104
Fri 26/1219:20JNB - CDG
Nonstop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/120:45CDG - JNB
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R13 304
Sat 20/1220:15JNB - CDG
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1214:25CDG - JNB
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/12R13 755
Fri 26/1219:20JNB - CDG
Nonstop11h 40mAir France
Sun 18/123:20CDG - JNB
Nonstop11h 50mAir France
Deal found 22/12R14 173
Fri 26/1217:00JNB - CDG
1 stop28h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 18/17:35CDG - JNB
2 stops26h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/12R14 574
Sat 27/1219:45JNB - CDG
1 stop13h 15mLufthansa
Thu 8/119:10CDG - JNB
2 stops19h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 20/12R14 658
Sun 28/129:00CPT - CDG
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Sun 4/17:25CDG - CPT
1 stop23h 10mSWISS
Deal found 21/12R14 892
Sun 28/127:55CPT - CDG
Nonstop12h 20mAir France
Sun 4/117:00CDG - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mAir France
Deal found 21/12R15 494
Tue 23/127:55CPT - CDG
Nonstop12h 20mAir France
Thu 8/117:00CDG - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mAir France
Deal found 22/12R15 878

Find flight deals from South Africa to Paris

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Paris flight deals. Data was last updated 22 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 078

One-way from

R4 897

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 207

Good round-trip deal

R13 926 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 066 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 18/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Paris
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29/1
  • 29/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 00m total
  • South Africa to Paris
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R20 919 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 915 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Paris (PAR).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Paris (PAR).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Paris 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 22 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Paris that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

22:25-12:30

1 stop14h 05m

Paris Orly

Tue 2/6

7:40-8:40

1 stop25h 00m

R10 078

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

22:25-15:20

1 stop16h 55m

Paris Orly

Tue 2/6

14:00-8:40

1 stop18h 40m

R10 078

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

22:25-15:20

1 stop16h 55m

Paris Orly

Fri 29/5

16:55-8:40

1 stop15h 45m

R10 078

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

22:25-18:40

1 stop20h 15m

Paris Orly

Sun 31/5

14:00-9:10

1 stop19h 10m

R10 078

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

22:25-15:20

1 stop16h 55m

Paris Orly

Sun 31/5

16:55-9:10

1 stop16h 15m

R10 078

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

22:25-18:40

1 stop20h 15m

Paris Orly

Sun 31/5

16:55-9:10

1 stop16h 15m

R10 078

JohannesburgParis

JNB - ORY

JNBORY

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

22:25-12:30

1 stop14h 05m

Paris Orly

Fri 29/5

14:00-8:40

1 stop18h 40m

R10 078

DurbanParis

DUR - CDG

DURCDG

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/1

11:15-22:50

2 stops36h 35m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sun 8/2

11:15-13:55

2 stops25h 40m

R11 014

Port ElizabethParis

PLZ - CDG

PLZCDG

Port Elizabeth

Mon 19/1

15:45-22:50

2 stops32h 05m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Mon 2/2

14:25-13:00

2 stops21h 35m

R11 014

JohannesburgParis

JNB - CDG

JNBCDG

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

10:10-22:50

1 stop13h 40m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sun 15/2

10:20-9:30

1 stop22h 10m

R11 182

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Paris

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Paris from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Paris

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Paris?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Paris (average of R7 137). Flying from South Africa to Paris in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 034). 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 PAR?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Paris. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Paris in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Paris?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Paris. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Paris flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Paris

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Paris. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 December 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to PAR are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Paris delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between South Africa and Paris have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Paris flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Paris flights?

Over the past year, Air France have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Paris

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Paris. 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 Paris. Reviews last updated 22 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SWISS, Qatar Airways, andAir France from South Africa to Paris by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 686 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 513 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 649 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
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Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 605 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 817 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,1

Overall

7,5

Entertainment

6,8

Comfort

7,4

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Leonardo,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Amazing alternative from Europe to Hong Kong. Quick connection (even with a non-European passport) and friendly staff that helped me and my family.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Paris. 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 Paris?

    Air Algerie, Lufthansa, and SWISS can get you from South Africa to Paris in just under 14h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 30m. The distance between South Africa and Paris is about 8707 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Paris one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 317. Users have also found prices from R5 469 and R5 884 on RwandAir and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Paris?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Paris Charles de Gaulle, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Paris Orly or Cape Town Intl - Paris Charles de Gaulle when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Paris.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Paris?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Paris are KLM (48%), Air France (48%) and Scandinavian Airlines (48%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Paris?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Paris is R10 038. On average you can expect to pay R25 418. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Paris Charles de Gaulle), can usually be booked for R9 493.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Paris that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Paris flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Paris?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Paris.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Paris?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Paris 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 Paris?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Paris (average of R7 137). Flying from South Africa to Paris in August is currently the most expensive (average of R12 034). 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 Paris

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Paris. 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 22 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR7 100AverageR12 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR7 462AverageR12 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 073AverageR12 498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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RwandAirCheapestR8 706AverageR11 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 926AverageR12 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 207AverageR13 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 461AverageR11 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR10 481AverageR12 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 800AverageR13 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 141AverageR12 471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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