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Cheap flights from South Africa to Portugal from R4 246

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
Aug 21 — Aug 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 22 July 2026.

Tue 15/918:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop12h 55m
Air Europa
Mon 28/920:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Air Europa
Deal found 18/7R10 912
Tue 4/818:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop12h 55m
Air Europa
Wed 26/816:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Air Europa
Deal found 19/7R10 945
Sat 12/91:15
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops22h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 30/912:15
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops26h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/7R10 978
Fri 9/1016:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 10m
TAAG
Sun 18/109:10
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop18h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 19/7R11 011
Fri 18/91:15
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops41h 35m
Kenya Airways
Wed 23/911:55
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/7R11 126
Mon 5/1016:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 10m
TAAG
Mon 12/109:20
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop17h 55m
TAAG
Deal found 17/7R11 241
Tue 4/818:55
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop12h 55m
Air Europa
Mon 24/816:05
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Air Europa
Deal found 20/7R11 274
Sat 19/912:10
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops35h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sat 17/1015:35
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops31h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 17/7R11 290
Thu 6/813:30
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops34h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 26/810:55
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops21h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/7R11 307
Thu 10/917:00
JNB
-
LIS
2 stops30h 50m
Kenya Airways
Wed 23/911:55
LIS
-
JNB
2 stops26h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/7R11 323
Thu 23/723:15
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/818:50
LIS
-
CPT
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7R11 356
Wed 11/110:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1116:10
LIS
-
CPT
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7R11 389

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 22 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 912

One-way from

R4 246

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 051
Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 15/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 40m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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18/9
  • 18/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 25m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 548 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 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 22 July 2026.
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Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

23:15-14:35

1 stop16h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 18/8

5:00-21:25

1 stop15h 25m

R11 537

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:45

1 stop20h 30m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 12/8

18:50-14:35

2 stops18h 45m

R11 718

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/8

18:25-14:35

2 stops21h 10m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 12/8

5:00-21:25

1 stop15h 25m

R11 718

Cape TownPorto

CPT - OPO

CPTOPO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

23:15-18:20

1 stop20h 05m

Porto

Sun 20/9

5:00-5:50

1 stop23h 50m

R11 718

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

15:20-14:35

2 stops24h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 28/9

19:45-22:10

2 stops25h 25m

R12 015

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

18:55-6:50

1 stop12h 55m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 28/8

16:05-9:50

1 stop16h 45m

R12 097

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

18:55-15:15

1 stop21h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 30/9

20:05-9:50

1 stop12h 45m

R12 097

Cape TownPorto

CPT - OPO

CPTOPO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

23:15-22:05

2 stops23h 50m

Porto

Sun 20/9

5:00-5:50

1 stop23h 50m

R12 261

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

13:30-9:40

2 stops45h 10m

Porto

Wed 11/11

16:25-9:40

2 stops39h 15m

R12 360

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/8

15:20-14:35

2 stops24h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 10/8

18:50-21:25

2 stops25h 35m

R12 360

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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 R11 142). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 384). 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 83 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 22 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 450 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 748 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 152 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 097, KLM can have you in Portugal from South Africa in 12h 55m. 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 646), Turkish Airlines (R5 142), and TAAG (R5 264).

  • 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 R11 142). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 384). 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 22 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 659AverageR11 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR8 760AverageR11 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air EuropaCheapestR9 455AverageR12 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 811AverageR17 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 137AverageR12 495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR10 178AverageR16 239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 236AverageR15 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 352AverageR11 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 394AverageR12 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 426AverageR13 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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