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Cheap flights from Mexico to South Africa from R8 236

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — JNB
Mar 2 — Mar 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Mexico to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Mexico to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 January 2026.

Tue 17/1111:00
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 24/1120:50
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops45h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1R16 056
Tue 27/1010:00
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 10/1120:50
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/1R16 072
Mon 20/44:40
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 27/410:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops33h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/1R16 136
Thu 23/44:40
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 50m
United Airlines
Fri 8/510:25
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops41h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/1R16 248
Fri 10/416:18
CUN
-
CPT
1 stop40h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 15/619:50
CPT
-
CUN
2 stops25h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1R16 615
Mon 23/117:05
MEX
-
CPT
1 stop28h 10m
Delta
Mon 7/1221:30
CPT
-
MEX
2 stops33h 05m
Delta
Deal found 30/1R16 902
Mon 23/111:05
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops46h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 8/1219:45
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops36h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/1R16 918
Fri 8/514:15
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 18/515:05
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops28h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/1R16 966
Mon 4/58:45
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 11/519:00
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops41h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1R16 982
Wed 29/46:30
MEX
-
CPT
2 stops43h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 12/520:00
CPT
-
MEX
1 stop32h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1R16 982
Mon 23/111:05
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops46h 00m
Air Canada
Sat 5/1219:45
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops48h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/1R16 998
Mon 4/58:45
MEX
-
JNB
2 stops25h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 17/515:05
JNB
-
MEX
2 stops37h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1R17 078

Find flight deals from Mexico to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mexico to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 31 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 136

One-way from

R8 236

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R22 010
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 20/4-27/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 10m total
  • Mexico to South Africa
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Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 18/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • Mexico to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R57 006 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 411 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Mexico 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 31 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico to South Africa that are best for you.

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Mexico

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 20/4

4:40-18:30

2 stops29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

10:25-11:45

2 stops33h 20m

R16 136

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 23/4

8:05-18:30

2 stops26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

10:25-20:15

2 stops41h 50m

R16 136

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Fri 10/4

13:43-15:20

2 stops42h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:50-14:18

2 stops25h 28m

R16 615

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Wed 15/4

12:11-15:20

2 stops44h 09m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:50-14:37

2 stops25h 47m

R16 615

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Sun 12/4

15:43-15:20

2 stops40h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:50-14:37

2 stops25h 47m

R16 615

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Fri 10/4

15:43-15:20

2 stops40h 37m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

20:00-14:37

2 stops49h 37m

R16 615

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Thu 16/4

7:51-15:20

2 stops24h 29m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:50-22:20

2 stops33h 30m

R16 615

CancúnCape Town

CUN - CPT

CUNCPT

Cancun

Mon 13/4

11:14-15:20

1 stop21h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

20:00-19:19

2 stops54h 19m

R16 615

Mexico CityJohannesburg

MEX - JNB

MEXJNB

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 8/5

14:15-18:30

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

15:05-11:45

2 stops28h 40m

R16 966

Mexico CityCape Town

MEX - CPT

MEXCPT

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 29/4

6:30-9:30

2 stops43h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

20:00-20:15

1 stop32h 15m

R16 982

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mexico to South Africa?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico to South Africa (average of R8 539). Flying from Mexico to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 738). 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.

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 31 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Mexico to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 219 reviews
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Food

6,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 219 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 219 reviews
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Food

6,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,7

Overall

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico 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 Mexico to South Africa?

    A quick flight from Mexico to South Africa can take about 26h 05m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R25 425. The distance from Mexico to South Africa is about 14878 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Mexico to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico 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 Mexico to South Africa?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico to South Africa (average of R8 539). Flying from Mexico to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R21 738). 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 airline flying from Mexico to South Africa

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Mexico 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 31 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR16 704AverageR19 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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