How long is the flight from Boston to South Africa?

Departing from Boston to South Africa will take you 29h 50m. Boston and South Africa are separated by a distance of 12431 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Boston to South Africa?

JetBlue, British Airways and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Boston to South Africa.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Boston to South Africa as you normally would.

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.

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.

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Round-trip from	R15 851
One-way from	R11 174
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Cheapest in	February
Average price	R23 857

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BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 11/10

6:55-15:50

2 stops26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

17:00-10:43

2 stops24h 43m

R15 851

BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 14/9

16:40-8:20

1 stop33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

9:50-14:10

1 stop35h 20m

R17 556

BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 5/11

15:40-8:20

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9:50-14:10

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BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

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20:00-11:00

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13:30-18:05

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BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

13:30-18:05

2 stops35h 35m

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BostonCape Town

BOS Boston Logan Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

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Boston Logan Intl

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Cape Town Intl

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R20 512

BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 31/8

12:44-8:20

2 stops37h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

9:45-14:10

1 stop34h 25m

R21 064

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BostonJohannesburg

BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

BOSJNB

Boston Logan Intl

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15:48-18:30

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22:00-17:52

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BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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BOS Boston Logan Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to South Africa (average of R17 995). Flying from Boston to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R28 048). 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 Boston to South Africa?

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Boston to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines,Virgin Atlantic, 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.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 104 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Had to go through TSA again, already purchased bottle drink. TSA would not let through, United changed gates last minute. This experience bad for everyone. Staff rude, not our fault. Staff from Chicago to Wichita excellent!

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 104 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

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10 104 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Virgin Atlantic

7,4

Good

695 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 104 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

JetBlue

7,1

Good

3 036 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 104 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

British Airways

6,7

Okay

8 179 reviews

United Airlines

7,4

Good

10 104 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Chris,Aug 2026

MIA - ORD

Related info for your journey

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 29h 50m. Boston and South Africa are separated by a distance of 12431 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to South Africa (average of R17 995). Flying from Boston to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R28 048). 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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British Airways	CheapestR14 474	AverageR25 857	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights
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United Airlines	CheapestR20 324	AverageR22 867	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights

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Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Boston to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

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