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Cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa from R6 825

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — JNB
Jan 8 — Jan 151
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 9 December 2025.

Tue 9/126:55FRA - JNB
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1223:59JNB - FRA
2 stops33h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R11 376
Sat 13/1222:20FRA - JNB
1 stop16h 15mLufthansa
Sun 21/1211:40JNB - FRA
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 8/12R11 834
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 9/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1215:20CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R12 021
Tue 9/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/129:00CPT - FRA
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R12 123
Tue 9/1214:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mKLM
Thu 25/1218:25CPT - FRA
2 stops20h 15mKLM
Deal found 7/12R12 157
Tue 9/1214:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mKLM
Tue 16/1218:25CPT - FRA
2 stops20h 15mKLM
Deal found 8/12R12 191
Mon 8/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1215:20CPT - FRA
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R12 242
Mon 8/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/129:00CPT - FRA
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R12 259
Mon 8/1214:15FRA - CPT
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1215:20CPT - FRA
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R12 293
Thu 11/1221:55FRA - CPT
Nonstop11h 50mCondor
Wed 24/1219:50CPT - FRA
Nonstop12h 10mCondor
Deal found 9/12R12 343

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 9 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 527

One-way from

R6 825

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R16 300

Good round-trip deal

R15 655 or less

Good one-way deal

R11 478 or less
Air France
  • Air France
  • 26/1-10/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 21m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to South Africa
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16/2
  • 16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 25m total
  • Frankfurt am Main to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 314 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 885 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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

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

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

Frankfurt am MainPort Elizabeth

FRA - PLZ

FRAPLZ

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 22/1

6:55-11:55

2 stops28h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 29/1

15:45-19:15

2 stops28h 30m

R12 259

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

20:45-10:30

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

20:15-19:55

1 stop24h 40m

R12 259

Frankfurt am MainPort Elizabeth

FRA - PLZ

FRAPLZ

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 19/1

6:55-11:55

2 stops28h 00m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 25/1

15:45-19:15

2 stops28h 30m

R12 259

Frankfurt am MainJohannesburg

FRA - JNB

FRAJNB

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/2

22:00-9:30

Nonstop10h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

19:45-5:30

Nonstop10h 45m

R12 259

Frankfurt am MainHoedspruit

FRA - HDS

FRAHDS

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 21/1

11:50-11:30

2 stops46h 40m

Hoedspruit

Wed 4/2

14:30-22:25

2 stops32h 55m

R12 310

Frankfurt am MainHoedspruit

FRA - HDS

FRAHDS

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 20/1

6:55-11:30

2 stops27h 35m

Hoedspruit

Thu 29/1

14:30-9:35

2 stops44h 05m

R12 310

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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 735). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 542). 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 9 December 2025.

When flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the evening.

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 9 December 2025.

The most flights from FRA to ZA0 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 14% of weekly flights between Frankfurt am Main and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 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?

Tuesday 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 12% 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 9 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
1 431 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

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

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

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
1 502 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

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

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

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

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Condor
6,4
Okay
390 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

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 866, 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 R5 008. 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 Air Canada(72%), Austrian Airlines(72%) or ANA(72%), 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 R16 663 for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa. The cheapest flight overall is R10 613 while the most popular route, (Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at R9 966.

  • 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 735). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R9 542). 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 9 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR6 898AverageR17 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR6 950AverageR16 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 591AverageR17 042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapestR9 405AverageR14 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 187AverageR14 165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 689AverageR14 971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 234AverageR13 633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 246AverageR15 256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 942AverageR15 186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EgyptairCheapestR13 129AverageR17 623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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