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Cheap flights from South Africa to Portugal from R3 844

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
Jan 4 — Jan 111
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 5 December 2025.

Thu 4/127:55CPT - LIS
1 stop16h 30mAir France
Sun 7/125:30LIS - CPT
1 stop22h 20mAir France
Deal found 3/12R11 192
Thu 4/121:35JNB - LIS
2 stops39h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 30/311:55LIS - JNB
2 stops22h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/12R11 447
Fri 5/1223:59JNB - LIS
1 stop36h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/312:10LIS - JNB
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R11 583
Thu 4/127:55CPT - LIS
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/125:00LIS - CPT
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R11 720
Thu 4/1223:59JNB - LIS
1 stop16h 36mKLM
Wed 10/125:00LIS - JNB
1 stop15h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/12R11 788
Fri 5/1223:59JNB - LIS
1 stop25h 11mKLM
Tue 9/129:30LIS - JNB
1 stop34h 35mKLM
Deal found 5/12R11 805
Tue 9/121:35JNB - LIS
3 stops23h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 19/111:25LIS - JNB
2 stops21h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/12R11 992
Fri 5/1217:00JNB - LIS
2 stops48h 10mKenya Airways
Tue 9/1212:20LIS - JNB
2 stops49h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/12R12 060
Wed 10/1223:59JNB - LIS
2 stops24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/115:30LIS - JNB
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R12 383
Thu 18/127:55CPT - LIS
1 stop16h 30mAir France
Wed 14/118:30LIS - CPT
2 stops20h 50mAir France
Deal found 4/12R12 400
Thu 4/129:30CPT - LIS
2 stops27h 55mSWISS
Sun 7/1212:35LIS - CPT
2 stops17h 05mSWISS
Deal found 3/12R13 284
Sun 7/1218:55CPT - LIS
1 stop37h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 14/128:00LIS - CPT
1 stop31h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12R13 335

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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 189

One-way from

R3 844

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 114
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 3/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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3/2
  • 3/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R21 351 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 888 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Portugal that are best for you.

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Portugal

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

1:35-23:10

2 stops23h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 4/2

11:25-15:50

2 stops26h 25m

R10 801

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

17:00-23:10

3 stops32h 10m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 25/1

5:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

R10 801

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

17:00-22:25

2 stops31h 25m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 8/2

11:25-10:55

2 stops21h 30m

R10 835

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

10:10-23:30

1 stop15h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 4/2

6:10-7:05

1 stop22h 55m

R10 852

Cape TownPorto

CPT - OPO

CPTOPO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

14:35-6:50

2 stops18h 15m

Porto

Tue 24/2

18:00-13:45

2 stops17h 45m

R10 886

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

10:10-23:30

1 stop15h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 31/3

12:05-8:35

2 stops19h 30m

R11 005

Cape TownPorto

CPT - OPO

CPTOPO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

14:35-6:50

2 stops18h 15m

Porto

Tue 24/2

18:00-13:45

2 stops17h 45m

R11 141

Cape TownPorto

CPT - OPO

CPTOPO

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

14:35-6:50

2 stops18h 15m

Porto

Thu 26/2

18:00-13:45

2 stops17h 45m

R11 141

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

17:00-14:35

2 stops47h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 22/2

5:00-0:25

2 stops41h 25m

R11 294

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

19:05-15:10

1 stop22h 05m

Porto

Thu 22/1

16:10-10:50

1 stop16h 40m

R11 311

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Portugal

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Portugal from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Portugal (average of R7 059). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 039). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to PT?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Portugal. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Portugal in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Portugal?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Portugal. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Portugal flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from South Africa to Portugal delayed?

About 89% of weekly flights between South Africa and Portugal have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 177 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 Sunday 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 89% 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 5 December 2025.
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
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 616 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 562 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 432 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 R10 886, Kenya Airways can have you in Portugal from South Africa in 18h 15m. There are 8811 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 Turkish Airlines (R5 314), Qatar Airways (R5 397), and TAAG (R5 447).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Portugal (average of R7 059). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 039). 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 064AverageR13 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 602AverageR16 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 938AverageR14 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 396AverageR16 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestR9 602AverageR12 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 756AverageR12 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR9 850AverageR12 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 946AverageR12 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 277AverageR15 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 615AverageR15 098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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