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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R4 989

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Jan 30 — Feb 61
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 31 December 2025.

Wed 31/129:05LHR - JNB
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R10 842
Tue 30/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/210:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R11 125
Tue 30/1220:15LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Tue 20/110:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 29/12R11 357
Mon 29/1213:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Mon 19/119:45JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 28/12R11 424
Mon 29/1211:10LHR - JNB
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/119:45JNB - LHR
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R11 640
Sun 28/1217:10LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R11 673
Mon 29/129:05LHR - JNB
2 stops22h 25mAustrian Airlines
Mon 19/119:45JNB - LHR
2 stops24h 55mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 28/12R11 823
Wed 31/126:30LHR - JNB
1 stop13h 35mKLM
Fri 23/123:59JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 06mKLM
Deal found 28/12R11 890
Mon 29/1213:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Sat 31/119:45JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 29/12R12 422
Tue 30/1220:15LHR - JNB
1 stop14h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/114:30JNB - LHR
1 stop18h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/12R12 505
Wed 31/1220:05MUC - CPT
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/17:55CPT - MUC
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/12R12 771
Wed 31/1220:05MUC - CPT
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/17:55CPT - MUC
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12R12 788

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 31 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 742

One-way from

R4 989

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R19 539

Good round-trip deal

R8 055 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 345 or less
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 5/5-25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 00m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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10/3
  • 10/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 764 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 970 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 31 December 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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Return

Price

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 15/4

20:55-8:20

1 stop34h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

9:50-12:45

1 stop27h 55m

R10 775

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Tue 10/3

8:50-8:20

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

9:50-18:10

1 stop34h 20m

R10 958

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:25-5:35

Nonstop11h 10m

R11 175

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Fri 13/3

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:35-4:55

Nonstop11h 20m

R11 191

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Wed 18/3

18:30-7:35

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

22:00-7:25

Nonstop11h 25m

R11 191

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Sun 7/6

21:20-9:25

Nonstop11h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

21:15-7:30

Nonstop11h 15m

R11 457

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 27/1

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R11 590

LondonJohannesburg

LHR - JNB

LHRJNB

London Heathrow

Thu 29/1

20:30-2:20

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

3:10-6:20

1 stop29h 10m

R11 757

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Tue 14/4

10:10-3:55

1 stop16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

14:30-6:20

1 stop16h 50m

R11 856

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Sun 22/3

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/4

14:30-6:25

1 stop16h 55m

R12 023

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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 846). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 131). 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 31 December 2025.

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 31 December 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
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

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
1 435 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

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
4 133 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

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
923 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

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
7 668 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

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
7 628 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 435 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

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 11h 05m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 175. 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?

    R3 974 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 852 and R4 905, 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 846). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 131). 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 31 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 297AverageR14 542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 753AverageR12 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 807AverageR17 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 126AverageR15 012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 147AverageR13 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 198AverageR14 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 728AverageR16 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR8 860AverageR16 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 058AverageR16 661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 397AverageR11 037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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