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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R5 470

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
mar. 9 — mar. 161
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 7 febrero 2026.

sáb. 28/214:15
FRA
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
KLM
dom. 15/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop14h 41m
KLM
Deal found 7/2R9 375
dom. 8/314:15
FRA
-
JNB
2 stops20h 55m
KLM
mar. 17/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop18h 16m
KLM
Deal found 4/2R9 439
dom. 1/317:35
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 15/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop14h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2R9 488
lun. 22/614:15
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
mié. 8/723:15
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop34h 20m
KLM
Deal found 4/2R9 617
dom. 1/310:15
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop34h 50m
KLM
mar. 17/323:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop23h 26m
KLM
Deal found 5/2R9 681
mié. 4/211:50
FRA
-
JNB
2 stops23h 20m
KLM
dom. 15/223:59
JNB
-
FRA
1 stop18h 56m
KLM
Deal found 4/2R9 697
sáb. 7/211:50
FRA
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 15/223:59
JNB
-
FRA
2 stops20h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2R9 713
lun. 11/520:25
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop33h 15m
Lufthansa
lun. 18/58:45
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/2R9 713
lun. 1/610:10
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Ethiopian Air
lun. 8/614:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/2R9 730
mié. 6/519:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop36h 05m
Condor
mié. 27/518:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 4/2R9 746
jue. 19/213:55
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
mié. 4/39:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/2R9 746
vie. 5/619:40
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Condor
dom. 14/618:35
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Condor
Deal found 4/2R9 762

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 7 febrero 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 375

One-way from

R5 470

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R11 988

Good round-trip deal

R10 550 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 044 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 4/3-19/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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12/3
  • 12/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 20m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 303 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 171 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 7 febrero 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to South Africa that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 1/3

10:15-22:05

1 stop34h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 17/3

23:59-22:25

1 stop23h 26m

R9 681

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

lun. 1/6

15:35-7:30

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 19/6

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 794

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

jue. 7/5

15:35-8:45

1 stop16h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 17/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R9 875

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

sáb. 28/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 15/3

23:59-13:50

1 stop15h 51m

R10 117

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mar. 17/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 11/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 133

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mié. 20/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 3/6

18:35-14:40

1 stop21h 05m

R10 133

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mié. 20/5

19:40-8:45

1 stop36h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 31/5

18:35-8:55

1 stop15h 20m

R10 133

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mar. 24/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 8/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 197

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

jue. 26/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 197

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

mar. 19/5

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 25/5

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R10 423

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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 323). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 584). 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 7 febrero 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Europe to South Africa in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% 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 7 febrero 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
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

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
1 450 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

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
4 207 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

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
958 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

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
7 772 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

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
7 719 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

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 14h 55m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 794. 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 956 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 856 and R4 636, 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 323). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R7 584). 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 7 febrero 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 325AverageR13 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 053AverageR14 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR5 363AverageR14 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 268AverageR16 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 552AverageR11 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR6 988AverageR15 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR7 885AverageR13 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 906AverageR13 162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Kenya Airways flights
SWISSCheapestR8 597AverageR14 504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 823AverageR16 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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