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Cheap flights from Boston to South Africa from R9 285

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 20/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — JNB
Dec 28 — Jan 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Boston to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 November 2025.

Wed 31/126:05BOS - JNB
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/11:35JNB - BOS
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/11R19 444
Tue 9/1219:15BOS - JNB
1 stop32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 19/1219:35JNB - BOS
1 stop33h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/11R19 872
Tue 9/127:30BOS - JNB
1 stop19h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 20/1222:00JNB - BOS
2 stops27h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/11R20 043
Sat 6/1220:25BOS - CPT
1 stop26h 25mDelta
Sun 5/423:45CPT - BOS
1 stop26h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/11R21 071
Tue 9/1218:55BOS - JNB
1 stop32h 30mBritish Airways
Fri 19/1219:35JNB - BOS
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/11R21 071
Wed 10/127:30BOS - CPT
1 stop19h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 15/1222:10CPT - BOS
1 stop23h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/11R21 208
Fri 12/1220:00BOS - CPT
1 stop33h 05mDelta
Sat 20/128:00CPT - BOS
1 stop36h 20mDelta
Deal found 27/11R21 242
Sat 6/126:00BOS - CPT
2 stops27h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 27/419:50CPT - BOS
2 stops27h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/11R21 516
Thu 27/1120:45BOS - CPT
1 stop37h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 8/1219:00CPT - BOS
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/11R21 585
Tue 9/129:30BOS - JNB
2 stops41h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/1219:45JNB - BOS
2 stops31h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/11R21 602
Sun 7/125:30BOS - CPT
2 stops25h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/1213:50CPT - BOS
3 stops40h 51mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/11R21 722
Wed 10/1221:50BOS - CPT
1 stop26h 40mSWISS
Wed 24/1212:20CPT - BOS
2 stops38h 40mSWISS
Deal found 27/11R21 910

Cheap flight deals from Boston to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Boston to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 28 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 152

One-way from

R9 285

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R20 865
KLM
  • KLM
  • 21/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • Boston to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 00m total
  • Boston to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R30 011 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R12 542 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Boston to South Africa 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 28 November 2025.
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Return

Price

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 21/5

16:45-21:20

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

23:15-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

R19 152

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 27/3

11:02-18:35

2 stops25h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:00-15:30

2 stops26h 30m

R19 204

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 26/3

11:02-18:35

2 stops25h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:00-15:30

2 stops26h 30m

R19 204

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 24/3

15:40-9:30

2 stops35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

19:00-19:55

2 stops30h 55m

R19 289

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 27/3

12:10-18:35

2 stops24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:00-15:55

1 stop26h 55m

R19 324

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 26/3

11:02-18:35

2 stops25h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:00-15:55

1 stop26h 55m

R19 324

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 8/2

20:40-8:40

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

3:10-14:20

2 stops42h 10m

R19 341

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 2/5

15:20-6:40

2 stops33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

8:45-22:38

2 stops43h 53m

R19 769

BostonJohannesburg

BOS - JNB

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 9/12

7:30-10:25

1 stop19h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/12

22:00-18:03

2 stops27h 03m

R20 043

BostonPort Elizabeth

BOS - PLZ

BOSPLZ

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 30/1

20:00-15:05

2 stops36h 05m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 3/2

15:45-18:05

2 stops33h 20m

R20 369

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Best time to book a flight from Boston to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Boston to South Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to South Africa (average of R13 910). Flying from Boston to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 471). 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 BOS to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 November 2025.

When flying from Boston to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 28 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, United Airlines, andJetBlue from Boston to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 797 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Efficient, professional on board attendants. Food offering just right. On time.
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 797 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 797 reviews
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Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Efficient, professional on board attendants. Food offering just right. On time.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 058 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 797 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Efficient, professional on board attendants. Food offering just right. On time.
JetBlue
7,2
Good
2 904 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 797 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Efficient, professional on board attendants. Food offering just right. On time.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 541 reviews
SWISS
7,5
Good
1 797 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,8

Crew

8,2

Food

7,1

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,5

Boarding

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

AMS - ZRH

Efficient, professional on board attendants. Food offering just right. On time.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) if they book a flight from Boston to South Africa. Boston Logan Intl is conveniently located just 4,2 km from Boston’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Boston to South Africa?

    Departing from Boston to South Africa will take you 22h 35m. Boston and South Africa are separated by a distance of 12645 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Boston to South Africa?

    While some choose either Boston Logan Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Boston Logan Intl - Sun City Resort Pilansberg, Boston Logan Intl - Cape Town Intl is the most popular route from Boston to South Africa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Boston to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Boston to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Boston to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Boston 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 Boston to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to South Africa (average of R13 910). Flying from Boston to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 471). 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 4 airlines flying from Boston to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Boston to South Africa. 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 28 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR14 938AverageR21 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapestR16 695AverageR24 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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JetBlueCheapestR17 503AverageR30 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapestR18 077AverageR26 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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