How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

For as low as R13 642, Etihad Airways can have you in South Africa from Frankfurt am Main Airport in 28h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9424 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 252. However, be on the lookout for offers from Condor and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

Most travellers choose Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl, Frankfurt am Main - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Frankfurt am Main - Johannesburg Lanseria when deciding on the best route from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa.

What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

On average you can expect to pay R21 051 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R10 140 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R9 955.

What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa consider choosing Air Canada(90%), Austrian Airlines(90%) or ANA(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

The most popular airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa are Condor, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Air. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to South Africa?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to South Africa.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to South Africa?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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.

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Round-trip from	R10 816
One-way from	R6 610
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	R13 577
Good round-trip deal	R15 106 or less
Good one-way deal	R10 667 or less

Etihad Airways
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Frankfurt am Main to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa (average of R13 398). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 903). 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 FRA to ZA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa

The most flights from FRA to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from Frankfurt am Main to South Africa delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Frankfurt am Main and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Frankfurt am Main to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Frankfurt am Main to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Condor have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,8

Good

1 575 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

KLM

7,8

Good

1 575 reviews

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1 575 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

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Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

3 731 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 575 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

1 041 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 575 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

8 238 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 575 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

Condor

6,7

Okay

594 reviews

KLM

7,8

Good

1 575 reviews

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1 / 20

4,0

Okay

Abhisek,Aug 2026

JFK - AMS

They didn’t offer any options for breakfast and had only one option which was cold meat and cheese. I would expect at least one more option in premium economy

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How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?
For as low as R13 642, Etihad Airways can have you in South Africa from Frankfurt am Main Airport in 28h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9424 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 252. However, be on the lookout for offers from Condor and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?
Most travellers choose Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl, Frankfurt am Main - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Frankfurt am Main - Johannesburg Lanseria when deciding on the best route from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa.
What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa consider choosing Air Canada(90%), Austrian Airlines(90%) or ANA(90%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?
On average you can expect to pay R21 051 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R10 140 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R9 955.
Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Frankfurt to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Frankfurt to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa (average of R13 398). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R18 903). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR4 974	AverageR13 931	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 273	AverageR13 054	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Condor	CheapestR6 032	AverageR17 341	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Condor flights
KLM	CheapestR8 990	AverageR9 530	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Iberia	CheapestR9 124	AverageR16 770	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR10 417	AverageR15 241	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from FRA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt 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 22 September 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa

The most flights from FRA to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from Frankfurt am Main to South Africa delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Frankfurt am Main and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Frankfurt am Main to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Frankfurt am Main to South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Condor have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Qatar Airways, andEthiopian Air from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa one-way?

What are the most popular routes from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

What are the most reliable airlines from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

Can I find deals for flights from Frankfurt to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Frankfurt to South Africa?

Can I find deals for business class flights from Frankfurt to South Africa?

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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to South Africa
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