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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R5 449

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Feb 7 — Feb 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 339

One-way from

R5 449

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 883

Good round-trip deal

R7 950 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 617 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 1/2-4/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 35m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 40m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 652 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 335 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 8 January 2026.

Mon 19/111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1R10 339
Fri 16/122:00LHR - JNB
1 stop31h 10mEgyptair
Wed 21/121:45JNB - LHR
1 stop16h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 7/1R10 356
Mon 19/110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R10 372
Thu 29/111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R10 372
Sun 1/210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 14/214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R10 389
Sat 24/117:10LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 20mSWISS
Mon 9/220:15JNB - LHR
2 stops19h 25mSWISS
Deal found 8/1R10 389
Thu 29/16:15VIE - CPT
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/218:25CPT - VIE
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R10 389
Thu 22/110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R10 405
Mon 26/111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Mon 16/219:45JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/1R10 405
Fri 23/120:05LHR - JNB
1 stop36h 25mSWISS
Tue 3/220:15JNB - LHR
2 stops19h 25mSWISS
Deal found 7/1R10 421
Wed 4/26:50VIE - CPT
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/27:55CPT - VIE
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R10 421
Sun 18/110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 24/114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R10 438

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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 8 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to South Africa that are best for you.

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Europe

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 27/1

13:00-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

14:30-12:20

2 stops23h 50m

R10 389

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 10/6

19:15-21:35

1 stop25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

23:15-20:55

1 stop22h 40m

R10 405

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 27/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

R10 454

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Sun 25/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

R10 487

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/3

18:55-22:05

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

23:15-18:30

1 stop20h 15m

R10 553

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 23/2

18:15-9:30

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:45-9:15

1 stop15h 30m

R10 586

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 24/2

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:45-9:15

1 stop15h 30m

R10 586

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/3

18:15-9:30

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:45-9:15

1 stop15h 30m

R10 586

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 20/1

18:15-9:30

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

R10 668

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Fri 23/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

R10 717

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to South Africa (average of R1 822). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 403). 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 8 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 8 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
1 434 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 150 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
936 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 694 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 657 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 13h 15m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 586. Airlines will cover a distance of 9056 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?

    R3 922 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Norse Atlantic UK. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Condor, with prices starting from R4 788 and R4 841, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to South Africa (average of R1 822). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 403). 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 228AverageR14 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 665AverageR12 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 718AverageR17 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 020AverageR14 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 041AverageR13 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 091AverageR14 344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 614AverageR15 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR8 744AverageR15 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR8 940AverageR16 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 275AverageR10 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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