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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R6 186

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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 28 January 2026.

Mon 5/1019:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
Condor
Tue 20/1018:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 27/1R9 639
Wed 4/213:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 17/210:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/1R9 639
Mon 4/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
Wed 20/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/1R9 655
Sun 15/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 671
Thu 19/28:50
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 671
Wed 25/220:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 25m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop34h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 703
Mon 4/510:20
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Condor
Fri 8/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 26/1R9 719
Thu 5/220:15
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/223:00
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop17h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R9 719
Sat 2/515:35
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Condor
Tue 12/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop21h 05m
Condor
Deal found 27/1R9 735
Sat 28/213:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop30h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/1R9 735
Mon 2/210:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/314:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/1R9 751
Fri 6/319:20
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop35h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R9 751

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 639

One-way from

R6 186

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 421

Good round-trip deal

R10 662 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 482 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/2-4/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 40m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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17/5
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 50m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 031 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 28 January 2026.
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LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

10:20-8:45

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 783

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sat 2/5

15:35-7:50

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 783

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 4/5

15:35-7:30

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 783

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 6/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 071

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 3/5

19:40-7:30

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 071

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 25/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

R10 343

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 24/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

R10 343

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 30/4

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

9:50-12:45

1 stop27h 55m

R10 582

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 26/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

23:59-18:25

1 stop20h 26m

R10 598

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 7/5

14:45-8:20

1 stop16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

9:50-15:05

1 stop30h 15m

R10 630

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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 311). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 513). 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 28 January 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 28 January 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
4 209 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
952 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
7 749 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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
7 704 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

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 16h 35m. Condor provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 630. Airlines will cover a distance of 9067 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 928 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 Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R3 820 and R4 664, 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 311). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 513). 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 294AverageR13 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 016AverageR13 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR5 313AverageR15 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 210AverageR16 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 492AverageR11 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 923AverageR14 899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 832AverageR13 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapestR8 517AverageR14 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 700AverageR14 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 708AverageR15 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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