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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R12 121

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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 5 May 2026.

Sun 1/1123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/212:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop45h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R20 018
Sun 16/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops49h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 25/812:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R20 168
Sat 15/817:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 25/812:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R20 569
Sat 25/717:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 15/812:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops48h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R20 686
Mon 2/1115:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops53h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 23/1110:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops39h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5R20 686
Sun 21/617:45
AKL
-
JNB
2 stops44h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/620:55
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops40h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R20 786
Sun 1/1115:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops29h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 1/1210:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops41h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5R21 187
Sun 15/1123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1112:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop45h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R21 220
Tue 4/814:10
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop39h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 30/913:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop36h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R21 320
Sun 1/1111:20
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 8/213:40
JNB
-
AKL
2 stops23h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 30/4R21 471
Tue 3/1123:45
AKL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/1112:45
JNB
-
AKL
1 stop45h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5R21 755
Mon 2/1123:45
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop28h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 23/1112:35
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop45h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R22 139

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 168

One-way from

R12 121

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 517
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/8-25/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 98h 05m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 15m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R33 596 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 759 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 5 May 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/8

23:55-19:20

1 stop29h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

20:25-22:15

1 stop39h 50m

R22 255

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/8

14:10-19:20

1 stop39h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

13:45-22:15

1 stop22h 30m

R22 306

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/8

17:45-9:00

2 stops49h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

12:40-23:30

2 stops48h 50m

R22 356

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/10

23:45-10:30

1 stop45h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

12:35-21:10

1 stop45h 35m

R22 656

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Wed 26/8

15:55-16:15

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/9

13:30-13:35

2 stops38h 05m

R23 608

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Sun 18/10

16:35-16:15

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

18:50-14:25

2 stops32h 35m

R23 658

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

16:35-20:35

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

10:05-0:10

2 stops28h 05m

R23 675

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Mon 15/6

14:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

10:05-23:55

2 stops27h 50m

R23 791

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Tue 26/5

20:30-16:15

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

13:30-9:55

1 stop34h 25m

R23 842

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 21/8

17:45-9:00

2 stops49h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

12:40-23:30

2 stops48h 50m

R23 958

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

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 47 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.

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 R17 898). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R27 865). 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 5 May 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
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 313 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
South African
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 030 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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 29h 25m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 255. There are 12162 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 672 on Emirates. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R8 488 and RwandAir from R10 049 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 R17 898). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R27 865). 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestR13 322AverageR27 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 942AverageR20 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 753AverageR25 175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 055AverageR20 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 433AverageR27 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 516AverageR21 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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