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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa from R6 862

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — JNB
Jan 26 — Feb 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 December 2025.

Sat 27/1210:15FRA - JNB
1 stop34h 50mKLM
Thu 22/123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 56mKLM
Deal found 24/12R11 292
Sun 28/1218:30FRA - JNB
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/119:20JNB - FRA
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R12 292
Sun 28/126:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Mon 26/123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 56mKLM
Deal found 24/12R12 508
Sun 28/1214:15FRA - JNB
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/119:20JNB - FRA
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R12 924
Wed 31/126:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/119:20JNB - FRA
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R13 074
Sun 28/1218:30FRA - JNB
2 stops16h 40mKLM
Mon 19/123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop34h 36mKLM
Deal found 26/12R13 108
Mon 29/1217:50FRA - JNB
2 stops17h 20mKLM
Mon 26/123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop23h 26mKLM
Deal found 24/12R13 208
Sun 28/126:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Thu 22/123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 56mKLM
Deal found 24/12R13 308
Sun 28/1214:15FRA - JNB
2 stops20h 55mKLM
Sat 24/119:20JNB - FRA
2 stops16h 45mKLM
Deal found 24/12R13 474
Fri 26/1214:15FRA - JNB
1 stop30h 50mKLM
Mon 19/123:59JNB - FRA
1 stop23h 26mKLM
Deal found 26/12R13 491
Wed 31/1219:20FRA - CPT
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/17:55CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12R13 857
Tue 30/1219:20FRA - CPT
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/17:55CPT - FRA
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12R14 040

Find flight deals from Frankfurt to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Frankfurt to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 27 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 210

One-way from

R6 862

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

June

Average price

R16 222

Good round-trip deal

R14 441 or less

Good one-way deal

R10 249 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 16/2-10/3
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 15m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to South Africa
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 45m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 432 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 657 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt 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 27 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa that are best for you.

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Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 16/2

22:00-9:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

R10 210

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 23/1

18:30-12:10

2 stops16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:20-8:55

1 stop14h 35m

R10 376

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 18/2

9:15-7:05

1 stop20h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

R10 443

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 17/2

20:45-10:30

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

20:15-13:15

1 stop18h 00m

R10 893

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 25/1

11:50-12:10

2 stops23h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

23:59-16:45

2 stops17h 46m

R10 909

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 26/1

18:30-12:10

2 stops16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:20-11:05

2 stops16h 45m

R11 042

Frankfurt am MainDurban

FRA - DUR

FRADUR

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 26/1

20:15-19:50

1 stop22h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 3/2

7:00-7:00

1 stop25h 00m

R11 192

Frankfurt am MainGeorge

FRA - GRJ

FRAGRJ

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

6:55-13:45

2 stops29h 50m

George

Mon 16/2

14:20-17:55

2 stops28h 35m

R11 792

Frankfurt am MainHoedspruit

FRA - HDS

FRAHDS

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 26/1

6:55-11:30

2 stops27h 35m

Hoedspruit

Thu 5/2

14:30-17:55

2 stops28h 25m

R11 892

Frankfurt am MainHoedspruit

FRA - HDS

FRAHDS

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 30/1

6:55-11:30

2 stops27h 35m

Hoedspruit

Tue 3/2

14:30-8:55

2 stops19h 25m

R11 892

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa (average of R3 664). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 377). 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?

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 27 December 2025.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Frankfurt to South Africa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 December 2025.

The most flights from FRA to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 13% of weekly flights between Frankfurt am Main and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 11% of flights being delayed.

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 27 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, 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
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

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
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

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
Air France
7,4
Good
1 515 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

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
918 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

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
7 657 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

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
Condor
6,5
Okay
395 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa?

    For as low as R10 210, Lufthansa can have you in South Africa from Frankfurt am Main Airport in 10h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8684 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 Condor, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 913. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Egyptair, 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 Condor(65%), Air Canada(62%) or Austrian Airlines(62%), 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 R14 959 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R9 919 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R8 344.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa (average of R3 664). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 377). 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 Frankfurt to South Africa

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt 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 27 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR6 767AverageR17 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 818AverageR21 101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 427AverageR16 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 226AverageR14 074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 993AverageR13 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 218AverageR14 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 001AverageR13 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 013AverageR14 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 696AverageR14 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR12 879AverageR18 056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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