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Cheap flights to South Africa from R8 034

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WAS — JNB
Mar 24 — Mar 311
1 adult
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Flights to South Africa in 2024

Find the latest flights to South Africa in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R3 112

Return from

R1 811

One-way from

R641
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from Johannesburg to South Africa

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Cheap flights to South Africa in March & April 2024

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The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to South Africa in March and April 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Cape Town
Wed 3/422:00JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/413:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R15 126
Mon 25/321:55JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 29/314:35CPT - JFK
2 stops35h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/3R15 164
Wed 10/422:00JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/413:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R15 371
Mon 25/321:55JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 31/313:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/3R15 390
Mon 22/413:45JFK - CPT
1 stop25h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 7/523:00CPT - JFK
1 stop38h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3R15 880
Sat 20/422:00JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/513:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/3R15 975
Mon 15/422:00JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 14/513:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R16 107
Sat 30/321:55JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/413:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/3R16 220
Mon 15/413:45JFK - CPT
1 stop25h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 14/523:00CPT - JFK
1 stop38h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/3R16 371
Cheap flights to Johannesburg
Sun 28/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 13/521:40JNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R12 467
Fri 26/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 11/521:40JNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R13 032
Sun 28/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 13/521:40JNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R14 108
Tue 26/310:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 3/414:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R15 013
Tue 16/410:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 23/414:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/3R15 409
Thu 21/310:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/48:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R15 447
Sat 30/310:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/414:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R15 956
Fri 29/310:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/414:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R16 220
Wed 17/422:00JFK - JNB
2 stops23h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/523:00JNB - JFK
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/3R16 258

South Africa 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for South Africa in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data were last updated on 19 March 2024.
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Sun 28/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 13/521:40JNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R12 467
Fri 26/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Sat 11/521:40JNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R13 032
Sun 28/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Mon 13/521:40JNB - JFK
1 stop41h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R14 108
Sun 3/110:40JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 19/1119:15JNB - JFK
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/3R15 032
Mon 4/1120:55JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 19/1113:50CPT - JFK
2 stops36h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/3R15 126
Mon 25/321:55JFK - CPT
2 stops33h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 29/314:35CPT - JFK
2 stops35h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/3R15 164

One-way flights to South Africa

Explore one-way flight options to South Africa for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
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Wed 24/413:45JFK - CPT
1 stop25h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/3R9 487
Fri 26/411:00JFK - JNB
1 stop27h 05mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/3R8 034

Direct flights to South Africa

Wed 11/920:15EWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 26/919:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/3R26 631
Sun 28/421:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R26 631
Sun 14/420:40EWR - CPT
Nonstop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 25/419:50CPT - EWR
Nonstop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R27 574
Thu 16/521:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R27 574
Sun 28/421:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R28 498
Fri 17/521:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 27/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R28 517
Wed 5/620:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 27/620:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R29 120
Fri 26/421:10EWR - JNB
Nonstop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/520:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop16h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R29 252
Wed 7/820:45EWR - JNB
Nonstop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/920:00JNB - EWR
Nonstop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3R29 441

Find flights to South Africa within your budget

Locate flights to South Africa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

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Budget

R13 032 - R17 823

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Price

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/4

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/5

1 stop41h 20m

R13 032

New York John F Kennedy IntlCape Town Intl

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/4

2 stops33h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/4

2 stops36h 10m

R15 126

New York John F Kennedy IntlCape Town Intl

JFK - CPT

JFKCPT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/4

1 stop25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/5

1 stop38h 35m

R15 880

NewarkJohannesburg OR Tambo

EWR - JNB

EWRJNB

Newark

Tue 2/4

1 stop28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/4

1 stop34h 15m

R16 786

New York John F Kennedy IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

JFK - JNB

JFKJNB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/4

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/5

2 stops33h 05m

R17 163

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/5

1 stop33h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/9

1 stop31h 10m

R17 201

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

IAD - JNB

IADJNB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/5

1 stop37h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/5

1 stop37h 25m

R17 823

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Average price of flights to South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to South Africa is currently R8 761 while a return flight costs R16 144. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to South Africa (average of R81). Flying to South Africa in April will prove the most costly (average of R108). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R1 641

February

R1 697

March

R1 961

April

R2 037

May

R1 528

June

R1 584

July

R1 811

August

R1 773

September

R1 886

October

R1 735

November

R1 735

December

R1 943

Peak season

November through to February is the busiest season as many tourists flock to the country from all over the world while locals escape to their nearest beach destinations. The country also benefits from having multiple festivals scattered all over so you should research if there are any special events going on as this will increase the price of your flights.

Off season

The low season usually runs from April to September. It’s also the best season to venture into wildlife parks as many of the animals are a lot easier to spot and they tend to drink at the waterholes. If you’re not a fan of cold weather then it is worth avoiding June and August as it can get rather chilly during both the morning and night. Travelling during the off season means you are more likely to find great deals on flights.

Temperature and rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown FlexFlight, Cemair and Airlink to South Africa to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Food

7,6

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Food

7,6

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,1
Very Good
105 reviews
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Food

7,6

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,9
Good
236 reviews
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,2

Crew

8,8

Food

7,6

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Where are the most popular flight destinations in South Africa?

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth and George are the most popular flight destinations in South Africa.

What is good to know if travelling to South Africa?

South Africa airport overview

  • When is the best time to book your flights?

    This varies but as a rule of thumb it’s recommended to secure your flights anywhere within South Africa at least two months in advance but aim for even earlier if you can. For spotting game then the low season of April to September is definitely the best time to book.

  • How long are flights within South Africa?

    Flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town – 2 hours 05 minutes. Flights from Durban to Johannesburg – 1 hours 10 minutes. Flights from Durban to Cape Town – 2 hours 15 minutes. Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth – 1 hours 20 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights?

    The main airlines for domestic flights are South African Airlines, Mango, Kulula and CemAir, Safair and British Airways. All of them are reliable airlines so ultimately it will come down to who provides you with the cheapest price. If you are a member of a loyalty scheme with any of them then it is worth flying with that particular airline to continue to build up your points, or better yet redeem any points you already have.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Johannesburg: You can get into the city by using the Reya Vaya. It’s a safe, affordable and reliable bus that is dedicated for transporting passengers from the airport to the city. It isn’t the only bus available however the others that you can catch from the airport are less reliable. The only other option you have is to get a taxi from outside of arrivals. Expect to haggle with the driver over the price and don’t expect to travel cheaply in one, especially when compared with the bus alternatives that are on offer. Make sure you agree on the fare before you get in. There is also a new rail link which operates between the suburbs and the airport. Cape Town: You can easily get to the city centre with the MyCiti bus. It’s probably the most cost efficient way of travelling from the airport and it runs every 20 minutes. The MyCiti bus is also more reliable than the alternative buses that are available. You could also choose to jump into a taxi although these are a lot more expensive in comparison. You can find them from outside of the airport and generally start at around R300.

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  • How long is the flight to Pilanesberg, Sun City, South Africa?

    There are only two direct flights from Cape Town to Pilanesberg per week, but there are more often direct flights from Cape Town to nearby Johannesburg that are around 2h long. Johannesburg is around 2h 20m away from Pilanesberg by car. There are also flights from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg twice a week. Flights from Port Elizabeth, South Africa, to nearby Johannesburg are around 1h 40m.

  • Where can you get direct flights to Pilanesberg from?

    With the exception of the two flights per week from both Johannesburg and Cape Town to Pilanesberg, there are no other known direct flights to Pilanesberg, South Africa, but numerous flights can be found to Johannesburg, which is only around a 2h 20m drive away. If you plan to visit Pilanesberg, you can fly directly to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth or Cape Town in just a couple hours, and then take the moderate drive to Pilanesberg.

  • How do you get from Pilanesberg International Airport to the city centre?

    The main attraction of Pilanesberg, or Sun City, is the Pilanesberg National Park. There is no large downtown area, but there are numerous accommodations, including bed and breakfasts, cabins, tents, and more. If you’ve chartered a flight from Johannesburg to Pilanesberg, you can make arrangements with your hotel or lodge to be picked up. If you’ve flown to Johannesburg, there are multiple car rental options that will allow you to drive to the Pilanesberg National Park.

  • What are some things to do in Pilanesberg?

    Pilanesberg, Sun City, is a great place to get out and enjoy an adventure. There are safaris, tours, camping locations, and more. Game drives take place in open safari vehicles and can bring you close to rhinos, lions, elephants, and other wild safari animals. For a more relaxing activity, you can opt for hot air ballooning. Since this takes place over the national park, there’s no city noise, and the scenery is spectacular. More active or athletic adventurers can go on a walking safari. This intense activity is led by an experienced guide and will bring you closer to details and natural wildlife on the safari that often gets missed in a game drive. Other activities include relaxing with a spa day, tribal dancing, birding safaris, archery, quad bikes, and more. Located in a special corner of the Pilanesberg National Park is the Black Rhino Game Reserve, where you can see these majestic creatures. For accommodations, options range from more simple chalets and tents, which bring you close to the nature of the safari, to more luxurious lodges, which are great for relaxing and getting away from the hustle and bustle of big cities. The luxury lodges are ideal for a romantic anniversary vacation or a honeymoon. There are also child-friendly lodges, which feature baby cots, as well as playgrounds, swimming pools, and other family-fun options.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Pilanesberg?

    Since Pilanesberg, Sun City, is located in South Africa, no passport or visa is needed, as long as you are traveling from within the country.

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