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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R6 163

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Dec 2 — Dec 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 November 2025.

Wed 3/128:45LHR - CPT
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/129:00CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11R11 011
Mon 3/116:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11R11 063
Mon 3/1118:30LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Mon 10/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 31/10R11 097
Sun 2/1113:50LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Mon 10/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/11R11 115
Mon 3/116:00LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10R11 149
Wed 5/1111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Mon 10/1119:45JNB - LHR
2 stops16h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 2/11R11 236
Wed 12/1118:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Wed 3/129:00CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 40mSWISS
Deal found 1/11R11 253
Sun 2/1118:40LGW - JNB
1 stop13h 50mSWISS
Sun 9/1120:15JNB - LGW
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Deal found 1/11R11 253
Wed 3/127:35STN - JNB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:45JNB - STN
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11R11 253
Wed 5/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/1123:00JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/11R11 253
Sun 2/117:40LHR - CPT
1 stop22h 00mLufthansa
Thu 6/119:30CPT - LHR
1 stop15h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 1/11R11 271
Wed 5/1111:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1119:45JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11R11 271

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 2 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 011

One-way from

R6 163

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 296

Good round-trip deal

R10 588 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 183 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 3/12-17/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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16/3
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R17 653 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R9 303 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 2 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to South Africa that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 23/11

6:55-21:55

1 stop14h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/12

7:55-22:05

1 stop15h 10m

R11 634

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 3/2

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

R11 634

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/2

17:50-10:30

1 stop14h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

R11 634

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/2

17:50-10:30

1 stop14h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

19:45-9:20

1 stop15h 35m

R11 686

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 22/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-9:15

1 stop15h 30m

R11 686

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Wed 4/2

18:10-9:30

1 stop13h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

20:15-8:40

1 stop14h 25m

R11 686

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 25/11

12:00-7:30

2 stops18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/12

9:00-9:55

1 stop25h 55m

R12 102

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

20:55-8:20

1 stop33h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

R12 171

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

19:20-8:20

1 stop35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

9:50-12:05

1 stop28h 15m

R12 171

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 1/12

18:15-7:30

1 stop36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/12

9:00-8:05

2 stops24h 05m

R12 240

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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 939). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 327). 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 2 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Europe to South Africa in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Europe to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Europe to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 26 October 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Europe to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2 November 2025.
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
1 404 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 038 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
886 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 544 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 494 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 404 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 50m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 634. 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?

    R8 310 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SWISS. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from R8 310 and R8 327, 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 939). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 327). 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 2 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 515AverageR14 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR7 031AverageR13 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 087AverageR17 659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LAMCheapestR8 022AverageR10 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 460AverageR14 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 483AverageR14 555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 535AverageR14 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR9 303AverageR16 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 431AverageR17 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 784AverageR18 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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