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Cheap flights from South Africa to Portugal from R5 779

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
May 28 — Jun 41
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 28 April 2026.

Wed 27/56:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop14h 50m
TAAG
Fri 26/69:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 28/4R9 642
Wed 27/56:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop14h 50m
TAAG
Wed 17/622:35
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 25/4R9 692
Thu 28/515:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Fri 29/59:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 24/4R9 758
Sun 24/515:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Mon 15/69:20
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 25/4R9 907
Sun 18/1015:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Fri 23/109:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 25/4R10 088
Sun 1/1116:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 10m
TAAG
Fri 13/119:40
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 25/4R10 088
Wed 27/55:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Fri 21/89:10
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 24/4R10 105
Mon 8/65:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Mon 15/69:20
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
TAAG
Deal found 24/4R10 121
Mon 18/520:40
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/57:00
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R10 204
Mon 15/620:35
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/67:00
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4R10 220
Mon 25/516:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 10m
TAAG
Mon 8/69:20
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
TAAG
Deal found 23/4R10 253
Fri 16/1016:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 10m
TAAG
Fri 23/109:10
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 24/4R10 303

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 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 642

One-way from

R5 779

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 565
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 27/5-29/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 15m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 30m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R16 981 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 436 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 28 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Portugal that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

6:45-20:35

1 stop14h 50m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 26/6

9:10-5:45

1 stop19h 35m

R9 642

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

17:50-15:45

1 stop22h 55m

Porto

Mon 28/9

6:30-9:40

2 stops26h 10m

R11 624

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

6:45-20:35

1 stop14h 50m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 26/6

9:10-12:40

2 stops26h 30m

R12 037

Cape TownFunchal

CPT - FNC

CPTFNC

Cape Town Intl

Tue 22/9

6:45-8:20

2 stops26h 35m

Funchal Madeira

Tue 6/10

4:05-5:45

2 stops24h 40m

R12 070

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

12:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 9/9

18:30-9:00

1 stop37h 30m

R12 416
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

18:55-6:50

1 stop12h 55m

Porto

Mon 28/9

20:10-9:50

1 stop12h 40m

R12 499

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

12:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 4/9

15:05-9:00

1 stop16h 55m

R12 598

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

12:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 6/9

20:50-4:00

1 stop30h 10m

R12 631

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

20:45-22:55

2 stops27h 10m

Porto

Mon 29/6

6:15-8:30

2 stops25h 15m

R12 730

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

9:50-7:25

1 stop22h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 10/10

9:15-8:20

1 stop22h 05m

R13 324

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Portugal

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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.

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 699). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R16 874). 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 often are flights from South Africa to Portugal delayed?

About 86% of weekly flights between South Africa and Portugal have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.

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

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

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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 Portugal flights?

Over the past year, TAP AIR PORTUGAL have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 86% of flights being delayed.

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 28 April 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
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
1 508 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
3 725 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
7 956 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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
7 925 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

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 R9 642, TAAG can have you in Portugal from South Africa in 14h 50m. 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 655), Turkish Airlines (R4 907), and TAAG (R5 256).

  • 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 699). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R16 874). 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 677AverageR11 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR8 953AverageR11 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 229AverageR12 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 842AverageR17 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 141AverageR15 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 170AverageR13 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 279AverageR12 056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR10 332AverageR14 272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 355AverageR15 384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 448AverageR16 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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