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Cheap flights from South Africa to Portugal from R5 597

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
Jun 9 — Jun 161
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 10 May 2026.

Sun 18/1015:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Fri 23/109:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 5/5R10 000
Mon 8/615:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Mon 22/69:20
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 7/5R10 360
Tue 8/95:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Mon 28/99:20
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
TAAG
Deal found 7/5R10 360
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop19h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/615:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R10 491
Fri 17/720:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 7/815:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R10 524
Fri 25/915:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Mon 5/109:20
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 7/5R10 556
Tue 9/65:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Tue 16/69:00
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 7/5R10 556
Tue 23/612:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop29h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/68:25
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R10 573
Sun 6/920:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 13/920:50
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop30h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R10 589
Wed 2/912:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop32h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/918:30
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R10 606
Wed 17/612:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/618:55
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop37h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R10 622
Sun 21/620:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/622:35
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R10 655

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 016

One-way from

R5 597

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 277
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 18/10-23/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 20m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 111 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 365 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 10 May 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

DurbanLisbon

DUR - LIS

DURLIS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 21/6

12:05-17:00

2 stops29h 55m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 28/6

22:35-10:35

2 stops35h 00m

R11 718

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

19:50-6:55

1 stop36h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 22/6

18:40-4:00

1 stop32h 20m

R12 504

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

12:40-17:00

1 stop29h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 9/9

18:30-4:00

1 stop32h 30m

R12 553

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

18:00-15:35

1 stop22h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 27/8

10:50-9:40

2 stops21h 50m

R12 913

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

20:55-13:35

1 stop17h 40m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 2/8

22:35-9:00

1 stop33h 25m

R13 175

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

13:30-15:45

2 stops27h 15m

Porto

Mon 28/9

10:40-9:40

2 stops22h 00m

R13 584
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

20:55-13:35

1 stop17h 40m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 31/7

15:05-9:00

1 stop16h 55m

R13 633

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

12:40-6:55

1 stop19h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 1/7

21:15-9:00

2 stops34h 45m

R13 895

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

13:15-19:40

1 stop31h 25m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 13/6

21:25-16:40

1 stop18h 15m

R13 993

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

13:15-19:40

1 stop31h 25m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 18/6

21:25-16:40

1 stop18h 15m

R13 993

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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

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 606). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R16 727). 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 50% of weekly flights between South Africa and Portugal have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 10 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
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 513 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
3 728 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
7 985 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
7 964 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 513 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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 R12 913, Qatar Airways can have you in Portugal from South Africa in 22h 35m. There are 8192 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 632), Turkish Airlines (R4 864), and TAAG (R5 233).

  • 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 606). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R16 727). 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 10 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 627AverageR11 655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR8 825AverageR11 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 149AverageR12 646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 756AverageR17 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 076AverageR15 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 081AverageR13 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR10 122AverageR16 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 186AverageR11 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 238AverageR15 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR10 324AverageR14 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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