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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R9 467

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 16/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
Feb 8 — Feb 152
2 travellers
2 travellers, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Thu 20/814:10AKL - JNB
1 stop38h 25mSingapore Airlines
Mon 31/819:50JNB - AKL
1 stop30h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/1R17 796
Thu 14/514:10AKL - JNB
1 stop38h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sun 24/513:45JNB - AKL
1 stop36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/1R17 829
Mon 23/1111:20AKL - JNB
1 stop42h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sat 26/1219:55JNB - AKL
1 stop30h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R17 961
Tue 1/99:00AKL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sat 26/919:50JNB - AKL
1 stop26h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1R18 043
Tue 5/514:10AKL - JNB
1 stop38h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/613:45JNB - AKL
2 stops24h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/1R18 076
Sun 8/315:15AKL - JNB
1 stop38h 20mSingapore Airlines
Mon 30/313:45JNB - AKL
1 stop36h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/1R18 109
Wed 19/823:55AKL - JNB
1 stop52h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 31/819:50JNB - AKL
1 stop30h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R18 604
Mon 27/421:05CHC - JNB
2 stops31h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 7/919:50JNB - CHC
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/1R18 637
Thu 7/59:20AKL - JNB
2 stops30h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sat 23/513:45JNB - AKL
2 stops24h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/1R18 868
Mon 16/314:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/411:20JNB - AKL
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1R18 917
Tue 17/314:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/411:20JNB - AKL
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R18 934
Fri 12/620:00WLG - JNB
2 stops32h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 16/619:50JNB - WLG
2 stops30h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/1R21 078

Find flight deals from New Zealand to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 829

One-way from

R9 467

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R22 447
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 14/5-24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 75h 00m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 10m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R35 940 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 898 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 New Zealand 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 9 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to South Africa that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 27/4

21:05-18:35

2 stops31h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

19:50-9:30

1 stop27h 40m

R18 637

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

14:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

13:45-12:20

1 stop36h 35m

R18 983

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

6:10-7:25

2 stops36h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

11:20-0:30

2 stops51h 10m

R19 462

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

14:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

13:45-12:20

1 stop36h 35m

R19 857

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

11:20-18:35

1 stop42h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

13:45-0:45

2 stops24h 00m

R20 105

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

20:35-7:40

2 stops45h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

R20 286

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

13:25-7:40

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

R20 567

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

6:50-7:25

2 stops35h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

11:00-6:45

1 stop32h 45m

R20 616

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

6:10-7:40

2 stops35h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

11:20-0:10

2 stops50h 50m

R20 880

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 12/6

14:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

19:50-17:45

2 stops35h 55m

R20 979

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to South Africa

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of R12 023). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 971). 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 9 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQantas Airways from New Zealand to South Africa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
967 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 701 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 462 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from New Zealand to South Africa can take about 31h 30m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R18 637. There are 11450 km between New Zealand and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to South Africa one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R7 962 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from R9 990 and RwandAir from R10 302 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of R12 023). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of R16 971). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR7 743AverageR24 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 914AverageR20 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 648AverageR19 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 246AverageR24 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 090AverageR22 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 583AverageR25 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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