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Cheap flights from Central America to South Africa from R9 042

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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JNB
Aug 9 — Aug 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Central America to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 July 2026.

Sat 17/1013:25
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops43h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 28/1020:50
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops30h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7R14 896
Thu 15/1013:25
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops43h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 30/1020:50
CPT
-
SJO
1 stop23h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/7R15 043
Thu 10/917:51
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops40h 19m
United Airlines
Thu 24/919:50
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/7R15 109
Wed 2/99:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 15/922:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop28h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/7R15 109
Wed 30/99:45
PTY
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1022:00
JNB
-
PTY
1 stop28h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 174
Sun 4/109:45
PTY
-
CPT
2 stops43h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 11/1020:00
CPT
-
PTY
2 stops45h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7R15 289
Mon 19/106:15
GUA
-
CPT
2 stops25h 05m
United Airlines
Fri 6/1120:50
CPT
-
GUA
1 stop32h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7R15 485
Thu 10/91:30
GUA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 20/922:00
JNB
-
GUA
1 stop31h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7R15 485
Fri 25/97:55
SJO
-
CPT
2 stops47h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 6/1020:00
CPT
-
SJO
2 stops67h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 501
Fri 18/91:30
GUA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 28/922:00
JNB
-
GUA
1 stop31h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 501
Wed 22/718:41
PTY
-
JNB
2 stops57h 24m
United Airlines
Tue 28/715:05
JNB
-
PTY
2 stops36h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/7R15 567
Thu 10/91:30
GUA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 21/922:00
JNB
-
GUA
2 stops38h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7R15 567

Find flight deals from Central America to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Central America to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 10 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 896

One-way from

R9 042

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R32 490
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 17/10-29/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 78h 28m total
  • Central America to South Africa
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 14/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 19m total
  • Central America to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (R94 316 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R22 204 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Central America 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 10 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 25/9

13:25-15:20

2 stops41h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/10

19:50-19:37

2 stops31h 47m

R14 896

Panama CityCape Town

PTY - CPT

PTYCPT

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Thu 10/9

9:13-15:20

1 stop23h 07m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/9

19:50-6:13

2 stops41h 23m

R15 109

Panama CityJohannesburg

PTY - JNB

PTYJNB

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 30/9

9:45-18:30

1 stop25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/10

22:00-5:33

2 stops38h 33m

R15 256
Fastest return journey

Guatemala CityCape Town

GUA - CPT

GUACPT

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 19/10

6:15-15:20

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

20:50-21:25

1 stop32h 35m

R15 485

Guatemala CityJohannesburg

GUA - JNB

GUAJNB

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 11/9

2:25-18:30

2 stops32h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

22:00-21:40

1 stop31h 40m

R15 485

San JoséCape Town

SJO - CPT

SJOCPT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 25/9

7:55-15:20

2 stops47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

20:00-7:15

2 stops67h 15m

R15 501

Guatemala CityCape Town

GUA - CPT

GUACPT

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 10/9

1:30-17:10

2 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 19/9

19:50-18:49

2 stops30h 59m

R15 567

Guatemala CityCape Town

GUA - CPT

GUACPT

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 11/9

2:25-15:20

2 stops28h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/9

20:00-4:48

2 stops40h 48m

R15 567

Panama CityJohannesburg

PTY - JNB

PTYJNB

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 22/7

22:29-11:05

2 stops53h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

10:25-6:13

2 stops50h 48m

R15 567

Guatemala CityJohannesburg

GUA - JNB

GUAJNB

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 17/9

6:15-18:30

2 stops28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

22:00-4:48

2 stops38h 48m

R15 567

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Deals found on 8/7

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Best time to book a flight from Central America to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Central America with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to South Africa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to South Africa (average of R6 132). Flying from Central America to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 015). 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.

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 10 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Central America to South Africa, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 967 reviews
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Food

6,7

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 967 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 967 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,7

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Central America to South Africa. 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 Central America to South Africa?

    Departing from Central America to South Africa will take you 41h 55m. Central America and South Africa are separated by a distance of 11795 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Central America 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 Central America to South Africa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to South Africa (average of R6 132). Flying from Central America to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 015). 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 airline flying from Central America to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR16 914AverageR18 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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