Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R10 920

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
May 8 — May 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to South Africa

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 8 April 2026.

Mon 24/814:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/919:50
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop30h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 638
Mon 2/111:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/1119:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 688
Sun 15/1117:00
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 30/1119:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 705
Mon 23/1117:00
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 8/1219:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/4R18 773
Tue 10/1115:15
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 24/1119:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop32h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 7/4R18 874
Tue 13/100:55
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 28/1019:55
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop40h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/4R19 261
Mon 2/1115:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops29h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 23/1110:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops41h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/4R20 340
Thu 21/58:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/510:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4R20 643
Mon 18/515:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Mon 25/522:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops40h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 3/4R20 744
Wed 20/514:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops35h 40m
Emirates
Wed 27/510:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 4/4R21 250
Thu 21/514:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops48h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/510:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4R21 300
Mon 18/514:35
WLG
-
JNB
2 stops35h 40m
Emirates
Mon 25/510:05
JNB
-
WLG
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 3/4R21 334

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 8 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 638

One-way from

R10 920

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R22 733
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/8-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 55m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
Search Deals
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 05m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R35 689 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 210 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 8 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 21/5

14:35-5:30

2 stops48h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

R21 300

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 18/5

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

R21 334

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

6:20-16:15

2 stops43h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

19:10-0:10

2 stops43h 00m

R21 890

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 20/5

15:40-5:30

2 stops47h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

22:20-7:35

3 stops47h 15m

R21 958

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

15:55-20:35

2 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:10-9:55

1 stop28h 45m

R22 042

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

20:30-20:35

1 stop34h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

10:05-9:55

1 stop37h 50m

R22 042

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

16:05-16:15

2 stops34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

19:10-9:55

1 stop28h 45m

R22 109

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/8

13:40-16:15

2 stops36h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

22:20-16:50

2 stops32h 30m

R22 109

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

8:20-16:15

2 stops41h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:10-14:45

2 stops33h 35m

R22 548

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/6

20:30-16:40

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

20:00-14:05

2 stops32h 05m

R23 154

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 5/4

Showing 1-10 of 59 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of R12 605). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 357). 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 8 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 556 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 254 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 017 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 32h 35m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R23 912. There are 10997 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 R8 567 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R10 143 and Qatar Airways from R10 300 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of R12 605). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R17 357). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 6 airlines flying from New Zealand to South Africa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 8 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR7 911AverageR21 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
EmiratesCheapestR13 446AverageR26 938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 072AverageR22 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 891AverageR22 941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
South AfricanCheapestR15 195AverageR20 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search South African flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 578AverageR27 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from New Zealand to South Africa?

900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to South Africa from New Zealand today with Cheapflights!

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from New Zealand to South Africa?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to South Africa from New Zealand by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from New Zealand to South Africa with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from New Zealand to South Africa flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from New Zealand to South Africa become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from New Zealand to South Africa on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.