How long is the flight from Adelaide to South Africa?

For as low as R19 574, Qatar Airways can have you in South Africa from Adelaide in 37h 20m. Adelaide and South Africa are separated by a distance of 10121 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

How far in advance should I book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 29 days in advance to save up to 52% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 29 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Adelaide to South Africa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R18 064, or R22 645 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to South Africa?

Flights from Adelaide to South Africa lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Adelaide to South Africa in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at R13 014.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Adelaide to South Africa?

Most people fly from Adelaide (ADL) if they book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa. Adelaide is conveniently located just 6,6 km from Adelaide’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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R13 518+ Flights from Adelaide to South Africa

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to South Africa

Round-trip from	R19 574
One-way from	R13 518
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	R22 975

Qatar Airways
30/10-6/11
4 total stops
78h 35m total
Adelaide to South Africa

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15/1
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27h 55m total
Adelaide to South Africa

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways

Thu 6/1115:20CPT - ADL

2 stops41h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R19 574

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

1 stop30h 25mVirgin Australia

Thu 6/1112:35CPT - ADL

1 stop44h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9R23 721

Wed 15/1018:30ADL - CPT

2 stops30h 45mSouth African

Wed 22/1019:35CPT - ADL

2 stops42h 20mSouth African

Deal found 15/9R25 630

Wed 15/1018:30ADL - CPT

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/107:00CPT - ADL

3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R26 046

Thu 2/106:00ADL - CPT

2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 24/1014:15CPT - ADL

2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R26 567

Thu 30/1011:00ADL - CPT

3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1115:25CPT - ADL

3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R27 521

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

2 stops30h 25mVirgin Australia

Mon 3/1112:35CPT - ADL

2 stops35h 05mVirgin Australia

Deal found 13/9R27 695

Wed 15/1022:35ADL - CPT

1 stop45h 30mEmirates

Wed 22/1018:25CPT - ADL

1 stop41h 55mEmirates

Deal found 15/9R28 493

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Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways

Thu 6/1115:20CPT - ADL

2 stops41h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R19 574

Mon 19/118:20ADL - CPT

2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 25/115:55CPT - ADL

2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R23 357

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

2 stops30h 25mVirgin Australia

Mon 3/1112:35CPT - ADL

2 stops35h 05mVirgin Australia

Deal found 13/9R27 695

Wed 15/1022:35ADL - CPT

1 stop45h 30mEmirates

Wed 22/1018:25CPT - ADL

1 stop41h 55mEmirates

Deal found 15/9R28 493

Wed 15/1018:30ADL - CPT

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/107:00CPT - ADL

3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R26 046

Thu 30/1022:40ADL - CPT

1 stop26h 35mEmirates

Mon 3/1118:30CPT - ADL

1 stop41h 50mEmirates

Deal found 13/9R28 632

Thu 2/106:00ADL - CPT

2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 24/1014:15CPT - ADL

2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R26 567

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Thu 2/106:00ADL - CPT

2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 24/1014:15CPT - ADL

2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R26 567

Wed 15/1018:30ADL - CPT

2 stops30h 45mSouth African

Wed 22/1019:35CPT - ADL

2 stops42h 20mSouth African

Deal found 15/9R25 630

Wed 15/1018:30ADL - CPT

2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/107:00CPT - ADL

3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9R26 046

Wed 15/1022:35ADL - CPT

1 stop45h 30mEmirates

Wed 22/1018:25CPT - ADL

1 stop41h 55mEmirates

Deal found 15/9R28 493

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways

Thu 6/1115:20CPT - ADL

2 stops41h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R19 574

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

1 stop30h 25mVirgin Australia

Thu 6/1112:35CPT - ADL

1 stop44h 00mVirgin Australia

Deal found 14/9R23 721

Thu 30/1011:00ADL - CPT

3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/1115:25CPT - ADL

3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R27 521

Thu 30/1012:35ADL - CPT

2 stops30h 25mVirgin Australia

Mon 3/1112:35CPT - ADL

2 stops35h 05mVirgin Australia

Deal found 13/9R27 695

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Thu 15/122:00ADL - CPT

1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R13 518

Sat 15/1122:00ADL - CPT

1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 14/9R14 004

Thu 15/118:35ADL - CPT

2 stops47h 20mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 14/9R14 541

Thu 15/114:50ADL - CPT

3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R14 836

Sat 15/1119:40ADL - CPT

3 stops54h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R15 114

Fri 2/119:05ADL - CPT

3 stops47h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9R21 205

Fri 2/122:40ADL - CPT

1 stop45h 30mEmirates

Deal found 14/9R25 456

Thu 15/111:00ADL - CPT

4 stops35h 05mSAUDIA

Deal found 14/9R29 499

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22:35-11:35

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Adelaide to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 ADL to ZA?

When flying from Adelaide to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways from Adelaide to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,1

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1 365 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

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10,0

Excellent

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Qantas Airways

7,5

Good

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Adelaide to South Africa?
Most people fly from Adelaide (ADL) if they book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa. Adelaide is conveniently located just 6,6 km from Adelaide’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Adelaide to South Africa?
For as low as R19 574, Qatar Airways can have you in South Africa from Adelaide in 37h 20m. Adelaide and South Africa are separated by a distance of 10121 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to South Africa 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 Adelaide to South Africa?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Adelaide to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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