Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R10 498

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R19 209

One-way from

R10 498

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R22 628
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 7/3-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 25m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R53 151 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R9 804 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 16 September 2025.

Thu 30/1023:45AKL - JNB
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1111:05JNB - AKL
2 stops50h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R19 348
Mon 27/101:15AKL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R19 365
Tue 28/101:15AKL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/1119:50JNB - AKL
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/9R19 608
Sat 27/913:15AKL - JNB
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R19 765
Tue 14/1010:00CHC - JNB
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1111:05JNB - CHC
1 stop38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R19 938
Tue 28/101:15AKL - JNB
1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1111:05JNB - AKL
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R20 112
Wed 5/1114:30AKL - CPT
2 stops44h 05mSouth African
Wed 12/1119:35CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 35mSouth African
Deal found 16/9R20 511
Wed 29/1014:55AKL - JNB
1 stop27h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/1111:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/9R20 528
Tue 21/1014:15AKL - JNB
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1011:05JNB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R20 545
Thu 30/1023:45AKL - CPT
1 stop45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/116:00CPT - AKL
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R21 257
Thu 30/108:00WLG - JNB
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1111:05JNB - WLG
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9R21 361
Wed 29/109:50CHC - JNB
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1111:05JNB - CHC
2 stops47h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R21 691

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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 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to South Africa that are best for you.

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

1:15-6:10

1 stop39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

19:50-13:20

1 stop30h 30m

R19 209

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 14/10

10:00-7:40

2 stops32h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

11:05-12:50

1 stop38h 45m

R19 938

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/3

23:45-15:35

1 stop26h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

20:20-21:10

1 stop37h 50m

R20 511

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/11

14:30-23:35

2 stops44h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/11

19:35-6:10

2 stops47h 35m

R20 511

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/11

10:10-7:40

1 stop32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

11:05-13:25

1 stop39h 20m

R20 892

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Thu 30/10

8:00-7:40

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

11:05-20:20

2 stops46h 15m

R21 361

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

11:10-6:10

2 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:50-9:35

1 stop26h 45m

R21 413

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 8/3

1:15-18:35

1 stop28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:50-17:20

2 stops34h 30m

R21 413

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

23:45-17:25

1 stop28h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/3

12:35-21:10

1 stop45h 35m

R21 691

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

9:50-7:40

2 stops32h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

11:05-21:25

2 stops47h 20m

R21 691

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to South Africa as you normally would.

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 16 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African 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.

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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 26h 50m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 511. 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 R10 498 on RwandAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from R10 550 and Qatar Airways from R11 210 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from New Zealand to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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Discover the top 7 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR8 146AverageR29 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR14 359AverageR20 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR15 738AverageR22 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 350AverageR25 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR16 440AverageR26 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 692AverageR24 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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RwandAirCheapestR18 606AverageR27 698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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