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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R5 612

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Mar 19 — Mar 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Europe to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Europe to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Europe to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 February 2026.

Sat 21/211:50
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/319:20
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2R9 343
Wed 13/518:30
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop16h 35m
Air France
Thu 11/618:00
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop17h 25m
Air France
Deal found 14/2R9 359
Thu 5/319:20
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop25h 45m
KLM
Fri 20/319:20
JNB
-
FRA
2 stops19h 20m
KLM
Deal found 15/2R9 375
Wed 11/311:50
FRA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 20m
KLM
Tue 17/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop14h 41m
KLM
Deal found 16/2R9 391
Thu 5/320:00
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop14h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R9 503
Sat 14/36:55
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/319:20
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R9 535
Wed 3/610:15
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/618:00
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2R9 551
Wed 9/919:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
Tue 6/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 14/2R9 567
Mon 1/610:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 8/614:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R9 583
Sat 7/317:35
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop14h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2R9 583
Thu 19/222:00
FRA
-
JNB
Nonstop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/220:15
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/2R9 599
Fri 29/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
Fri 19/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 15/2R9 614

Find flight deals from Europe to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Europe to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 17 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 312

One-way from

R5 612

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 895

Good round-trip deal

R10 681 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 815 or less
Air France
  • Air France
  • 14/3-24/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 51m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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23/2
  • 23/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 265 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Europe 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 17 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to South Africa that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 3/6

10:15-21:20

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

18:00-9:00

1 stop15h 00m

R9 551

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

23:59-20:50

1 stop22h 51m

R9 965

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 3/3

20:25-22:05

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

23:59-19:15

1 stop21h 16m

R9 965

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 3/3

20:25-22:05

1 stop23h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/3

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

R9 981

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 12/3

9:45-8:20

1 stop21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

9:50-7:10

1 stop22h 20m

R9 997

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 5/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 045

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Fri 26/6

19:40-7:50

1 stop35h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 093

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 20/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 093

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Best time to book a flight from Europe to South Africa

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to South Africa (average of R1 307). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 478). 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 EU to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Europe 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 17 February 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Europe to South Africa at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 17 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from Europe to South Africa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 220 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 790 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 751 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Europe 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 Europe to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Europe to South Africa can take about 15h 55m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 045. Airlines will cover a distance of 9028 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Europe to South Africa one-way?

    R2 921 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Norse Atlantic UK and Condor, with prices starting from R3 810 and R4 582, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to South Africa (average of R1 307). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 478). 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 10 airlines flying from Europe to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Europe 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 17 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 286AverageR13 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 005AverageR13 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR5 300AverageR15 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 194AverageR16 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 475AverageR11 592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 905AverageR15 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 792AverageR14 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Search Lufthansa flights
Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 812AverageR13 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISSCheapestR8 495AverageR15 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search SWISS flights
EgyptairCheapestR8 719AverageR14 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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