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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R4 992

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.
MAD — JNB
Jan 8 — Jan 151
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 9 December 2025.

Wed 10/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Wed 24/1219:45JNB - LHR
2 stops27h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/12R11 155
Wed 10/1211:30LHR - JNB
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1220:15JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R11 223
Tue 9/126:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1223:59JNB - FRA
2 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R11 376
Wed 10/1213:50LHR - JNB
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Tue 20/110:10JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 8/12R11 698
Tue 9/1220:15LHR - JNB
1 stop32h 50mLufthansa
Tue 16/1219:45JNB - LHR
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 8/12R11 732
Wed 10/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/110:10JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R11 800
Sat 13/1222:20FRA - JNB
1 stop16h 15mLufthansa
Sun 21/1211:40JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 8/12R11 834
Tue 9/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1219:45JNB - LHR
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R11 851
Wed 10/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1220:15JNB - LHR
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R11 902
Mon 8/1210:15FRA - CPT
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/127:55CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R11 936
Tue 9/129:40FRA - CPT
1 stop19h 10mAir France
Tue 16/127:55CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 10mAir France
Deal found 8/12R11 987
Tue 9/1211:05LHR - JNB
2 stops20h 25mBrussels Airlines
Tue 16/1219:45JNB - LHR
2 stops23h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 8/12R11 987

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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 374

One-way from

R4 992

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 950

Good round-trip deal

R10 902 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 953 or less
Norse Atlantic UK
  • Norse Atlantic UK
  • 2/5-8/5
  • Nonstop
  • 23h 15m 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 (R14 416 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 284 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Europe to South Africa.
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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 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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Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

22:00-9:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

8:45-22:30

1 stop13h 45m

R10 866

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 22/1

22:00-9:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

10:10-22:00

1 stop12h 50m

R10 866

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

LHRCPT

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

20:05-10:50

1 stop36h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

9:25-8:05

1 stop24h 40m

R11 749

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 16/5

22:05-8:35

Nonstop10h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

8:45-22:30

1 stop13h 45m

R11 851

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

14:35-5:40

1 stop17h 05m

R11 936

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

10:00-13:00

1 stop25h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

14:35-5:40

1 stop17h 05m

R11 936

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

10:10-14:35

1 stop27h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

13:50-6:20

1 stop17h 30m

R11 936

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

15:25-5:40

1 stop16h 15m

R11 936

LondonCape Town

LGW - CPT

LGWCPT

London Gatwick

Sun 1/2

10:00-13:45

1 stop25h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

14:35-5:40

1 stop17h 05m

R11 953

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 23/1

11:50-22:05

1 stop33h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/1

23:59-9:35

1 stop34h 36m

R12 004

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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 885). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 286). 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 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Europe to South Africa in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% 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 6 December 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 9 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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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
4 087 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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
903 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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
7 619 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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
7 573 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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 10h 30m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 866. Airlines will cover a distance of 8684 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?

    R4 057 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 954 and R5 008, 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 885). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 286). 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 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR5 409AverageR14 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 895AverageR12 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 950AverageR17 507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 297AverageR15 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 319AverageR14 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 370AverageR14 509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 911AverageR16 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapestR9 047AverageR15 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 249AverageR16 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Austrian AirlinesCheapestR9 595AverageR11 298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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