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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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Sep 8 — Sep 151
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 9 August 2026.

Wed 19/819:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 23/918:35 -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 5/8R9 617
Wed 19/819:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 9/918:35 -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 4/8R9 649
Mon 31/810:20 -
1 stop20h 10m
Fri 9/1018:35 -
1 stop21h 05m
Deal found 7/8R9 665
Mon 12/1010:20 -
1 stop20h 10m
Sun 8/1119:30 -
1 stop21h 20m
Deal found 8/8R9 681
Mon 12/1010:20 -
1 stop20h 10m
Fri 23/1018:35 -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/8R9 697
Tue 8/910:20 -
1 stop20h 10m
Fri 11/918:35 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 4/8R9 713
Wed 23/919:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 30/918:35 -
1 stop21h 10m
Deal found 9/8R9 729
Sun 20/919:35 -
1 stop34h 55m
Sun 27/918:35 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 6/8R9 762
Wed 26/819:40 -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 2/918:35 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 8/8R9 794
Sun 30/819:35 -
1 stop34h 55m
Sun 13/918:35 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 5/8R9 842
Sun 30/818:25 -
1 stop15h 30m
Sun 20/91:15 -
1 stop16h 00m
Deal found 5/8R9 987
Tue 15/918:25 -
1 stop15h 30m
Wed 25/111:35 -
1 stop15h 55m
Deal found 7/8R10 003

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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 617

One-way from

R6 186

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R15 641

Good round-trip deal

R12 190 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 181 or less
Condor
  • Condor
  • 19/8-23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 15m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 032 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 507 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 9 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to South Africa that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonJohannesburg

LGW London Gatwick - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 26/10

9:55-8:15

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

19:30-14:35

1 stop21h 05m

R9 649

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA Frankfurt am Main - CPT Cape Town Intl

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 5/12

11:50-6:25

2 stops17h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/12

0:30-22:05

2 stops22h 35m

R11 807

LondonJohannesburg

LHR London Heathrow - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 10/11

17:30-9:40

1 stop14h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/2

20:40-8:05

1 stop13h 25m

R11 920

LondonJohannesburg

LGW London Gatwick - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 28/9

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

R12 210

LondonJohannesburg

LGW London Gatwick - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 22/10

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R12 210

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA Frankfurt am Main - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/11

9:55-8:20

1 stop21h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

9:50-18:15

1 stop33h 25m

R12 226

LondonCape Town

LCY London City - CPT Cape Town Intl

LCYCPT

London City

Thu 24/9

19:15-20:55

1 stop24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

19:25-8:40

1 stop14h 15m

R12 290

LondonJohannesburg

LGW London Gatwick - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Mon 21/9

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

8:20-6:25

1 stop23h 05m

R12 323

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA Frankfurt am Main - CPT Cape Town Intl

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 2/11

18:35-22:40

1 stop27h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/11

8:30-22:05

1 stop14h 35m

R12 452

LondonCape Town

LCY London City - CPT Cape Town Intl

LCYCPT

London City

Thu 24/9

9:15-9:30

1 stop23h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/10

17:55-8:40

1 stop15h 45m

R12 629

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Best time to book a flight from Europe to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Europe with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to South Africa (average of R13 482). Flying from Europe to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 910). 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 9 August 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Europe to South Africa at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Europe to South Africa?

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Europe to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 9 August 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
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 475 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 021 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
8 175 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 151 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 45m. Condor provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 210. 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 915 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 R4 457 and R5 147, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to South Africa (average of R13 482). Flying from Europe to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R19 910). 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 9 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 320AverageR13 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 845AverageR13 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR4 934AverageR15 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 717AverageR17 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 006AverageR12 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IberiaCheapestR8 114AverageR13 234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 435AverageR13 058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air AlgerieCheapestR8 561AverageR9 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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EgyptairCheapestR8 809AverageR13 430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR8 917AverageR15 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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