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Cheap flights from South Africa to Portugal from R5 898

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
Jun 19 — Jun 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Portugal

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

Mon 16/116:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Mon 30/119:25
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 20/5R9 697
Fri 13/1115:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop17h 45m
TAAG
Tue 17/119:00
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 17/5R10 430
Sun 18/1015:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Fri 23/109:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 18/5R10 580
Mon 31/812:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/918:40
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop32h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R10 630
Tue 14/712:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop29h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/78:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R10 647
Sun 14/619:50
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop36h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/615:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R10 680
Wed 25/115:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 50m
TAAG
Wed 13/122:30
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
TAAG
Deal found 17/5R10 730
Mon 5/105:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Tue 13/1010:10
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 18/5R10 747
Mon 20/712:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 13/821:50
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R10 780
Wed 2/920:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 23/918:30
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 797
Mon 27/713:15
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/821:50
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R10 830
Sun 14/619:50
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop36h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/622:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop33h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/5R10 830

Find flight deals from South Africa to Portugal

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

Round-trip from

R10 130

One-way from

R5 898

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 496
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 23/9-5/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 15m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 666 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 444 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 Portugal 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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Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/6

13:15-17:00

1 stop28h 45m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 23/6

8:25-10:15

1 stop24h 50m

R11 013

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/10

13:30-10:40

2 stops47h 10m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 17/11

16:05-9:40

2 stops39h 35m

R12 996

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

12:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 10/8

18:40-9:00

1 stop37h 20m

R13 146

DurbanLisbon

DUR - LIS

DURLIS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/11

12:25-6:20

2 stops19h 55m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 5/11

14:15-10:55

2 stops18h 40m

R13 546

DurbanLisbon

DUR - LIS

DURLIS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 7/8

12:05-20:25

2 stops33h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 11/8

8:25-10:35

2 stops25h 10m

R13 629

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

12:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 11/8

19:10-4:00

2 stops31h 50m

R14 046

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

18:25-19:40

1 stop26h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 27/6

14:20-16:40

1 stop25h 20m

R14 179

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

13:15-19:40

1 stop31h 25m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 26/6

14:20-16:40

1 stop25h 20m

R14 196

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

18:25-19:40

1 stop26h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 29/6

14:20-11:30

1 stop20h 10m

R14 196

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

12:40-23:25

2 stops35h 45m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 13/8

21:50-4:00

1 stop29h 10m

R14 379

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Portugal

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Portugal

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Portugal (average of R10 880). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 044). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Portugal?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Portugal may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Portugal

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portugal. 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 Portugal. Reviews last updated 20 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andLufthansa from South Africa to Portugal by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
1 518 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 018 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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
7 991 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 518 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

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 Portugal. 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 Portugal?

    For as low as R14 179, Qatar Airways can have you in Portugal from South Africa in 26h 15m. There are 8575 km between South Africa and Portugal. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Portugal are Ethiopian Air (R2 679), Turkish Airlines (R4 952), and TAAG (R5 328).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Portugal (average of R10 880). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 044). 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 Portugal

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Portugal. 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
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 729AverageR11 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR8 974AverageR11 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 313AverageR13 352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 932AverageR17 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 262AverageR13 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR10 304AverageR16 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 349AverageR15 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 378AverageR12 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 415AverageR15 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR10 543AverageR14 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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