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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R11 793

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
Aug 31 — Sep 71
1 adult
1 adult, 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 1 August 2026.

Sat 14/111:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 30/1110:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops63h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/7R20 674
Sun 1/1117:45
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops51h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/1118:55
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops42h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/7R21 187
Tue 1/917:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/920:55
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R21 435
Thu 8/1017:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/1014:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/7R21 634
Thu 8/1017:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops50h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 29/1020:20
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops41h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/7R21 667
Sun 16/817:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops51h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/913:15
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops48h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R21 683
Wed 14/1017:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops45h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1120:20
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops41h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R21 733
Wed 2/917:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops51h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 13/919:30
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops42h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/8R21 766
Tue 25/817:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 1/913:15
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops48h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R21 898
Fri 9/1017:15
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops50h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 18/1014:05
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7R21 931
Sun 22/1117:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/1213:45
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops47h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R21 948
Mon 12/1017:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops52h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/1112:35
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/7R21 948

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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 674

One-way from

R11 793

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R21 055
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 14/11-30/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 106h 55m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 25m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R30 991 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 125 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 1 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 6/9

15:45-16:15

2 stops34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

10:05-12:55

2 stops40h 50m

R22 014

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 14/9

15:45-16:15

2 stops34h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

22:20-16:25

2 stops32h 05m

R22 262

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 16/11

15:45-16:35

2 stops35h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

22:20-17:20

2 stops32h 00m

R22 411

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 10/1

6:00-16:35

2 stops45h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/1

13:25-17:20

2 stops40h 55m

R23 255

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

20:30-10:15

1 stop47h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/11

10:25-11:15

1 stop37h 50m

R23 354

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/11

13:25-16:35

2 stops38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/11

22:20-14:55

2 stops29h 35m

R23 387

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/11

17:45-10:30

2 stops51h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

12:35-0:25

2 stops48h 50m

R23 453

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/11

16:35-16:35

2 stops35h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

22:20-21:00

3 stops35h 40m

R23 635

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/9

20:30-10:15

1 stop47h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

19:10-19:10

2 stops37h 00m

R23 751

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/9

16:05-16:15

2 stops34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/9

19:10-17:50

3 stops36h 40m

R23 800

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

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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 R19 765). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 233). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to South Africa, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 1 August 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
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 638 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 436 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 073 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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 23h 50m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R26 397. There are 11689 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 600 on Emirates. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R9 364 and Qatar Airways from R9 848 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 R19 765). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 233). 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 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 1 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 106AverageR22 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 289AverageR28 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 352AverageR20 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR19 215AverageR22 062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 971AverageR24 112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 163AverageR27 880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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