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Cheap flights from South Africa to Portugal from R5 313

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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 4 June 2026.

Wed 7/106:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop14h 50m
TAAG
Sun 25/109:00
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 1/6R9 860
Mon 5/106:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop14h 50m
TAAG
Mon 26/109:25
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 1/6R10 219
Sat 3/106:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop14h 50m
TAAG
Sun 25/109:00
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 1/6R10 316
Sat 28/116:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop15h 50m
TAAG
Sat 5/1223:00
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 2/6R10 349
Tue 22/915:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Tue 6/109:00
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 2/6R10 463
Sun 18/1015:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Fri 23/109:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 30/5R10 479
Wed 7/106:45
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop14h 50m
TAAG
Thu 29/1022:30
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 1/6R10 659
Tue 7/713:15
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop28h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/721:50
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/6R10 691
Mon 21/915:05
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 45m
TAAG
Mon 28/99:20
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop19h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 3/6R10 773
Wed 22/719:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop25h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/821:50
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5R10 838
Mon 3/89:50
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop22h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/89:15
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/5R10 887
Mon 15/69:45
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop22h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 21/68:55
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/6R10 968

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 4 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 860

One-way from

R5 313

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R12 598
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 7/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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14/10
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • South Africa to Portugal
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R16 645 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 244 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 4 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Portugal that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

9:45-7:15

1 stop22h 30m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 22/7

8:55-8:20

1 stop22h 25m

R11 148

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

13:15-17:00

1 stop28h 45m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 1/10

21:45-17:30

1 stop18h 45m

R12 028

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 256

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/10

20:55-20:15

1 stop24h 20m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 25/10

8:00-3:55

1 stop17h 55m

R12 386

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

12:40-6:55

1 stop19h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 23/9

18:30-15:20

1 stop19h 50m

R12 500

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

1:15-22:50

2 stops22h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 17/9

5:00-10:55

2 stops28h 55m

R12 647

DurbanLisbon

DUR - LIS

DURLIS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 10/10

12:05-18:50

2 stops31h 45m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 24/10

22:30-10:55

2 stops35h 25m

R12 729

DurbanLisbon

DUR - LIS

DURLIS

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 22/7

12:05-20:20

2 stops33h 15m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 5/8

18:55-10:35

2 stops38h 40m

R12 875

JohannesburgPorto

JNB - OPO

JNBOPO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

18:00-9:40

1 stop16h 40m

Porto

Sun 13/9

10:45-9:40

2 stops21h 55m

R13 152

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 364

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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 675). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 394). 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 4 June 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
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

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
1 524 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

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
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

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
8 036 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

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
8 026 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Crew

8,4

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 R11 148, Etihad Airways can have you in Portugal from South Africa in 22h 30m. 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 621), Turkish Airlines (R4 816), and TAAG (R5 194).

  • 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 675). Flying from South Africa to Portugal in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 394). 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 4 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 603AverageR11 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAAGCheapestR8 776AverageR11 049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 110AverageR13 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 715AverageR17 274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 038AverageR13 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR10 079AverageR16 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 124AverageR14 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR10 174AverageR15 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 216AverageR12 135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapestR10 419AverageR14 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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