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Cheap flights from New Zealand to South Africa from R11 226

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 28/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — JNB
Mar 18 — Mar 251
1 adult

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 13 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 372

One-way from

R11 226

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R22 490
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 16/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 00m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 28/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 50h 00m total
  • New Zealand to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R43 530 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R11 247 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 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 13 March 2025.

Sun 26/108:05CHC - JNB
2 stops33h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 24/1113:45JNB - CHC
2 stops23h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/3R20 310
Fri 16/512:35AKL - JNB
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/511:20JNB - AKL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3R21 372
Tue 25/1114:05AKL - JNB
1 stop26h 00mSouth African
Thu 8/120:45JNB - AKL
1 stop22h 40mSouth African
Deal found 12/3R21 464
Tue 8/48:20CHC - JNB
2 stops46h 30mEmirates
Tue 22/419:10JNB - CHC
2 stops35h 10mEmirates
Deal found 13/3R22 013
Wed 29/106:15CHC - CPT
3 stops38h 10mSingapore Airlines
Fri 21/1110:40CPT - CHC
3 stops40h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3R22 123
Sun 20/420:30AKL - JNB
1 stop34h 20mEmirates
Wed 30/413:25JNB - AKL
1 stop34h 25mEmirates
Deal found 12/3R22 526
Mon 24/111:20AKL - JNB
1 stop28h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 7/119:50JNB - AKL
1 stop26h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/3R22 581
Tue 1/415:35WLG - JNB
2 stops35h 40mEmirates
Wed 30/422:20JNB - WLG
2 stops39h 35mEmirates
Deal found 12/3R23 076
Mon 9/612:35AKL - DUR
2 stops36h 15mSouth African
Sat 12/77:00DUR - AKL
2 stops37h 05mSouth African
Deal found 13/3R23 332
Sat 15/1117:00AKL - CPT
2 stops27h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sat 31/110:40CPT - AKL
2 stops63h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/3R23 387
Tue 4/1115:40CHC - CPT
2 stops36h 05mEmirates
Wed 26/1113:40CPT - CHC
2 stops40h 40mEmirates
Deal found 12/3R23 698
Fri 14/111:20AKL - CPT
2 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/120:20CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R23 735

Find flights from New Zealand to South Africa within your budget

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 13 March 2025.

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New Zealand

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Fri 16/5

12:35-5:15

1 stop26h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

11:20-11:40

1 stop38h 20m

R21 372

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 8/4

8:20-20:50

2 stops46h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

19:10-16:20

2 stops35h 10m

R22 013

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Sun 20/4

20:30-20:50

1 stop34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/4

13:25-9:50

1 stop34h 25m

R22 526

WellingtonJohannesburg

WLG - JNB

WLGJNB

Wellington

Tue 1/4

15:35-16:15

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/4

22:20-23:55

2 stops39h 35m

R23 076

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/6

12:35-14:50

2 stops36h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/7

7:00-6:05

2 stops37h 05m

R23 332

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/4

20:30-16:50

1 stop30h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

13:05-9:50

1 stop34h 45m

R24 046

AucklandJohannesburg

AKL - JNB

AKLJNB

Auckland Intl

Mon 21/4

13:15-16:10

1 stop36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/4

8:10-2:45

1 stop32h 35m

R24 138

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/4

13:15-13:45

2 stops34h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 30/4

12:05-2:45

2 stops28h 40m

R24 156

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/4

20:30-11:35

1 stop49h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

13:05-13:45

2 stops38h 40m

R24 266

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 1/4

12:35-11:40

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 20/4

7:25-6:05

2 stops36h 40m

R24 706

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 March 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.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 13 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Air New Zealand from New Zealand to South Africa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 205 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Air New Zealand
7,9
Good
450 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 320 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 564 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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.

  • 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 R11 226 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include RwandAir from R12 930 and South African from R13 351 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.

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    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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 258AverageR22 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 081AverageR24 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 154AverageR20 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR17 210AverageR28 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 430AverageR30 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR20 414AverageR28 072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 998AverageR28 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR23 192AverageR29 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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