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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R6 570

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
Dec 16 — Dec 231
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 16 November 2025.

Tue 18/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 24/1114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R11 263
Mon 17/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Mon 1/1216:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 14/11R11 263
Tue 18/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Fri 21/113:10JNB - LHR
1 stop29h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 14/11R11 297
Sat 15/1113:50LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/129:00CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R11 314
Thu 20/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop25h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/1114:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/11R11 314
Sun 16/1120:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/1114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R11 314
Mon 17/1110:00LGW - JNB
1 stop25h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R11 332
Mon 1/1220:30LHR - JNB
1 stop27h 50mRwandAir
Mon 30/33:10JNB - LHR
1 stop30h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 14/11R11 332
Mon 1/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop32h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/1214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R11 349
Thu 20/1116:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Tue 25/1110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 14/11R11 349
Mon 8/1210:00LGW - JNB
1 stop15h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/1214:30JNB - LGW
1 stop17h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R11 366
Sat 15/1120:30LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 50mRwandAir
Mon 24/1116:50JNB - LHR
1 stop15h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 14/11R11 366

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 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 263

One-way from

R6 570

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 106

Good round-trip deal

R10 425 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 980 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/1-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 35h 35m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 805 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 810 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 16 November 2025.
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LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Tue 27/1

17:40-10:30

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:15-8:45

1 stop14h 30m

R11 485

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

16:30-9:30

1 stop15h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

19:45-7:45

1 stop14h 00m

R11 519

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 28/1

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

23:59-17:00

1 stop19h 01m

R11 929

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

6:30-22:05

1 stop13h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

23:59-16:05

1 stop18h 06m

R11 929

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 26/1

20:15-13:05

1 stop14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

14:30-6:35

1 stop18h 05m

R12 014

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 15/5

20:40-8:35

Nonstop11h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

17:05-5:20

Nonstop12h 15m

R12 100

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 20/1

9:00-10:30

2 stops23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

20:15-8:05

1 stop13h 50m

R12 100

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 9/3

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

R12 356

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Thu 29/1

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

23:59-16:35

1 stop18h 36m

R12 356

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Wed 28/1

6:25-10:50

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:05-16:10

1 stop23h 05m

R12 611

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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 894). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 294). 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 16 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 2 November 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 16 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
1 411 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
1 411 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
4 046 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
894 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
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Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 576 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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
7 527 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 411 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

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 13h 35m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 929. 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?

    R8 260 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 Lufthansa and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R8 277 and R8 379, 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 894). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 294). 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 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 437AverageR14 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 930AverageR13 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 986AverageR17 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LAMCheapestR7 908AverageR10 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR8 340AverageR14 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 361AverageR14 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 413AverageR14 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SWISSCheapestR9 171AverageR16 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 296AverageR17 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 644AverageR17 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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