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Cheap flights from South Africa to Philadelphia from R10 480

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — PHL
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Philadelphia

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 May 2026.

Thu 18/619:25
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/1119:50
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/5R18 527
Wed 25/1119:35
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Sun 29/1118:35
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 16/5R18 961
Thu 26/1119:35
JNB
-
PHL
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Sun 29/1118:35
PHL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 18/5R19 277
Mon 8/619:30
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops32h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/814:32
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops37h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/5R19 644
Wed 10/623:15
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops31h 44m
KLM
Sun 30/810:43
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops28h 42m
KLM
Deal found 17/5R20 210
Wed 10/619:30
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops35h 27m
Qatar Airways
Sun 30/818:35
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 643
Wed 10/623:15
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops39h 29m
Delta
Sat 22/86:05
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops29h 45m
Delta
Deal found 20/5R21 826
Wed 10/619:30
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops35h 27m
Qatar Airways
Thu 20/814:32
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops37h 43m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 910
Wed 10/619:30
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops35h 27m
Qatar Airways
Fri 21/818:35
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R21 960
Thu 11/623:15
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops30h 43m
Delta
Sat 22/817:13
PHL
-
CPT
1 stop18h 37m
Delta
Deal found 20/5R22 060
Wed 1/719:30
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops29h 19m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/717:30
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops42h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R22 660
Mon 15/623:15
CPT
-
PHL
2 stops29h 07m
Delta
Sun 21/620:08
PHL
-
CPT
2 stops39h 42m
Delta
Deal found 18/5R23 426

Find flight deals from South Africa to Philadelphia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Philadelphia flight deals. Data was last updated 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 527

One-way from

R10 480

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 560
18/6-29/11
  • 18/6-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • South Africa to Philadelphia
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7/6
  • 7/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 03m total
  • South Africa to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R19 443 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 348 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Philadelphia 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 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

23:15-0:59

2 stops31h 44m

Philadelphia

Sun 30/8

10:43-21:25

2 stops28h 42m

R20 210

JohannesburgPhiladelphia

JNB - PHL

JNBPHL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

19:25-16:00

2 stops26h 35m

Philadelphia

Sun 29/11

21:10-10:25

2 stops30h 15m

R20 877
Fastest return journey

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

23:15-22:22

2 stops29h 07m

Philadelphia

Sat 22/8

11:24-17:50

1 stop24h 26m

R21 826

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

23:15-23:17

2 stops30h 02m

Philadelphia

Sat 22/8

11:24-17:50

1 stop24h 26m

R21 826

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

23:15-22:22

2 stops29h 07m

Philadelphia

Sun 21/6

20:08-17:50

2 stops39h 42m

R23 426

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

18:25-12:10

2 stops47h 45m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/6

18:30-11:00

2 stops34h 30m

R24 392

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

23:15-9:08

2 stops39h 53m

Philadelphia

Mon 20/7

6:25-17:50

1 stop29h 25m

R25 209

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:50-14:10

3 stops30h 20m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/6

6:10-13:45

2 stops25h 35m

R26 742

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

19:50-18:55

2 stops53h 05m

Philadelphia

Mon 20/7

6:00-15:20

2 stops27h 20m

R28 458

Cape TownPhiladelphia

CPT - PHL

CPTPHL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

19:30-21:33

2 stops32h 03m

Philadelphia

Wed 3/6

17:40-9:30

1 stop33h 50m

R30 657

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia (average of R11 613). Flying from South Africa to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 145). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 20 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from South Africa to Philadelphia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 737 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7,4
Good
688 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 988 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 516 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from South Africa?

    For a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia, you will be flying into Philadelphia. Philadelphia (PHL) is just 11,2 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Philadelphia?

    For as low as R20 877, KLM can have you in Philadelphia from South Africa in 26h 35m. The distance from South Africa to Philadelphia is about 12921 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Philadelphia (average of R11 613). Flying from South Africa to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 145). 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 5 airlines flying from South Africa to Philadelphia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Philadelphia. 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR11 616AverageR17 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 623AverageR16 192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 535AverageR19 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 932AverageR17 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 934AverageR18 058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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