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Cheap flights from Europe to South Africa from R6 448

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPH — JNB
Feb 22 — Mar 11
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 23 January 2026.

Mon 26/121:15
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/214:30
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop17h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1R9 704
Wed 28/111:00
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop36h 25m
Kenya Airways
Thu 19/317:00
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop28h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/1R9 720
Mon 20/422:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop36h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 24/412:10
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop33h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/1R9 737
Mon 26/111:10
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Condor
Sun 8/220:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop14h 35m
Condor
Deal found 22/1R9 753
Fri 1/515:30
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Air Algerie
Sat 9/522:25
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop15h 35m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/1R9 801
Thu 5/220:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop32h 50m
Air Algerie
Sat 14/222:30
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop18h 15m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/1R9 818
Sat 28/320:40
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop32h 45m
Air Algerie
Wed 8/422:25
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop21h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 22/1R9 834
Tue 5/59:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop21h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 24/59:50
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop22h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/1R9 834
Sun 25/110:00
LGW
-
JNB
1 stop15h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 2/214:30
JNB
-
LGW
1 stop17h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R9 866
Mon 9/211:10
CDG
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Condor
Thu 12/220:45
JNB
-
CDG
1 stop19h 45m
Condor
Deal found 22/1R9 866
Fri 23/114:45
LHR
-
JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Air France
Mon 26/119:20
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Air France
Deal found 22/1R9 866
Sun 15/320:30
LHR
-
JNB
1 stop27h 50m
RwandAir
Mon 23/33:10
JNB
-
LHR
1 stop29h 10m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/1R9 882

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 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 704

One-way from

R6 448

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 669

Good round-trip deal

R10 948 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 663 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 6/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 15m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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29/5
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Europe to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 192 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 23 January 2026.
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ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 30/5

21:40-6:25

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

22:25-14:00

1 stop15h 35m

R9 947

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 30/5

21:30-2:20

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

16:50-9:30

1 stop16h 40m

R9 996

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 29/5

15:30-6:25

1 stop14h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

22:25-14:00

1 stop15h 35m

R9 996

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 30/5

21:30-2:20

1 stop28h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

3:10-9:30

1 stop30h 20m

R9 996

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sat 30/5

21:30-14:20

1 stop16h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

16:50-9:30

1 stop16h 40m

R9 996

LondonJohannesburg

LGW - JNB

LGWJNB

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

10:00-3:55

1 stop15h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

14:30-5:40

1 stop17h 10m

R10 061

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Sun 31/5

12:15-6:25

1 stop18h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

22:25-14:00

1 stop15h 35m

R10 255

ParisJohannesburg

CDG - JNB

CDGJNB

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 27/2

8:00-6:30

1 stop21h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

22:30-13:00

1 stop15h 30m

R10 287

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Mon 2/2

20:05-22:05

1 stop24h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:59-17:20

1 stop19h 21m

R10 385

LondonJohannesburg

LCY - JNB

LCYJNB

London City

Sun 8/2

17:50-22:05

1 stop26h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

23:59-19:35

1 stop21h 36m

R10 401

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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 782). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 279). 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 23 January 2026.

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 23 January 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
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 200 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
948 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 744 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 690 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 442 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 15h 55m. Air Algerie provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R10 061. 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?

    R3 871 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 727 and R4 779, 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 782). Flying from Europe to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R8 279). 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 23 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR3 339AverageR13 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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CondorCheapestR4 070AverageR14 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR5 385AverageR15 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 294AverageR16 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR6 579AverageR11 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 016AverageR14 986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 938AverageR13 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SWISSCheapestR8 632AverageR15 133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 817AverageR14 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 825AverageR15 854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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